Art and the Admirer: I. Gorman Designer Show a Hit Once Again

I. Gorman Jewelers Welcomes The Fabulous Fashion Designs Of Antonio Bernardo and Enric Majoral

There's nothing more exciting for us here at I. Gorman Jewelers than sharing the work of our favorite jewelry designers with friends and customers from DC and beyond. Sure, it's a blast to walk in the door and dive straight into the fabulous world of fashion jewelry, hand crafted in places a distant as South America and Europe--but have you ever wondered how such an exceptional collection of jewelry comes to be?

Did you know that the gallery's founders, Ivan and Bonnie Gorman, actually take the time every year to travel across the globe, exploring bustling city avenues and quaint village streets alike, in search of that perfect new designer to compliment their current selection? It may sound glamorous, but that's all part of the job when it comes to running DC's hippest designer oriented jewelry destination!

But don't take my word for it, come in and see for yourself. Ivan and Bonnie may well be on hand to work with you personally, and don't be surprised if they introduce you to the designs of Antonio Bernardo and Enric Majoral, two of the coolest new fashion jewelry designers to grace the cases at I. Gorman's!

Born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Antonio Berndardo is, without a doubt, one of Brazil's most innovative and gifted fine jewelry designers. With German heritage and Swiss goldsmith training, Bernardo has carved a niche for himself by creating an award winning collection of visually and intellectually stimulating designs in 18kt gold and silver.

Bernardo's work portrays a type of geometrical genius that most artists could only dream of, allowing him to explore a diversity of striking forms that are rarely captured in jewelry. No stranger to fun and fashion forward, this playful 18kt white gold cocktail ring sports a dazzling quartet of bezel set violet amethysts.

From picturesque Formentera Island in Catalonia, Spain Enric Majoral captures the colors, shapes and natural life forms that surround him, creating jewelry with movement and artistry that seems to take on a life of its own. Favoring 18kt gold and oxidized silver to achieve a refreshingly organic color palette, Majoral draws upon the beauty of organic lines and shapes in a way that is deliberate, yet unexpected.

Majoral's honest craftsmanship and ability to capture the essence of natural forms is clear in this charming 18kt yellow gold and diamond bracelet, which reflects the simple reality of life on a beautiful Mediterranean island.

Don't miss your perfect chance to check out the beautiful designs of Antonio Bernardo and Enric Majoral at the I. Gorman Jewelers Annual Designer Showcase, Friday, December 3^rd and Saturday, December 4^th.

Annual Designer Showcase At I. Gorman Jewelers

It's that time of the year again. The time of year when tons of Washingtonians swarm the streets and line up at the doors of I. Gorman Jewelers for the event they've been waiting for all year long! Well, maybe we're being a little bit dramatic, but the truth is that the I. Gorman Annual Designer Showcase is right around the corner and we are way excited!

We've invited eleven amazing designers from around the globe to share their entire collections. And let's be honest: champagne, jewelry and the holidays mix perfectly.

• Antonio Bernardo with his ingenious, architectural designs from Spain. His celebration rings are a favorite of mine.
• Enric Majoral; modern yet feminine designs from Spain.
• Bold and avant garde jewelry by Atelier Zobel. If you love cuffs, this is the designer for you.
• Sparkling diamond pieces from Mona Taner who is joining us from the Big Apple.

The Exceptional, Interchangeable Necklaces Of Marcel Roelofs At I. Gorman Jewelers

    While Bridal Jewelry is always in demand, due to the simple fact that happy people, young and old, will always be tying the knot, sadly, the wonderful world of Fashion Jewelry often seems dependent on the economy. When outlooks on the government's or our own financial situation takes a turn for the worse, people often react by clamming up and depriving themselves of the more beautiful things in life...

I. Gorman Jewelers is here to remind you that an exceptional piece of fashion jewelry is not a discretionary purchase, in fact, if chosen carefully, it is nothing less than an extension of one's self! A well designed jewel can become as much a part of a woman's entity as her flowing hair or graceful gait, and therefore, surely not something to be sacrificed! But the power of fine jewelry is nothing to be taken lightly, and at I. Gorman's we offer designs by only the most gifted artists, who have learned to harness this power in creating gorgeous jewelry to immaculately compliment a woman or a man.

One such artist who possesses this gift, to no small extent, is German designer Marcel Roelofs. Drawing on the strong tradition of master gemstone cutters of the Idar-Oberstein region of Germany, Marcel Roelofs takes naturally inspired art to a new frontier. While he has had much success creating innovative ring and earring collections, Marcel is best known for designing some of the world's coolest fashion forward Necklaces!

Recognizable for his avant-garde use of carved gems in intricate handmade gold and platinum settings, Roelofs has developed a stunning collection of interchangeable clasp pendants that can be paired with a wide variety of neck coils, chains or strands of organic beads, to create exceptional, highly personalized necklaces.

Never a conformist, Roelof's Tanzanite and Raw Granite Bead Necklace offers a refreshingly contemporary perspective on just what can be called fine jewelry. Set in 18kt yellow gold, this unique pendant is fully interchangeable, allowing customization to suit your mood or wardrobe!

At the other end of the color spectrum, this interchangeable Orange Citrine Pendant is expertly complimented by its stainless steel multi-strand black neck coil. Set in 18kt yellow gold this dynamic pendant is perfect for the fall or winter season.

I. Gorman Jewelers is excited to offer you a selection of Marcel Roelofs interchangeable designs, that is sure to suit a diversity of tastes and styles, helping you to discover that perfect jewel that is not just an accessory, but an extension of yourself! We welcome you to visit our showroom any time, Monday through Saturday, but if you can, don't miss the chance to meet the designer himself, during our Designer Showcase event from 11am-6pm, on Friday or Saturday, December 3-4.          

I. Gorman Jewelers Designer Maevona Goes Beyond Jewelry

     At I. Gorman Jewelers, it is our goal to track down the world's most talented designers of fine jewelry, and the success with which we've achieved this goal is immediately apparent when you pass inside our gallery doors. Interestingly, when you work with such an innovative and dynamic group of designers, it becomes clear that good design is a skill that will not be restricted by the invisible boundaries of a single discipline, such as Jewelry or Furniture.

Several of our designers have taken a chance, trusting in their fine-tuned eye for the aesthetic, by testing the waters of other artistic disciplines--others have made a habit of it. Maeve Gillies, of Maevona, is one of these people, and boy, are we glad she has!

Best known for her beautiful bridal jewelry collections, featuring flowing, Celtic-inspired forms, made of 18kt gold, platinum and diamonds, she was recently commissioned to create a stunning commemorative bottle for one of the world's finest and most expensive liquors, Scotland's Highland Park 50 Year Old single malt whisky.

A classic Maevona bridal design, the Jura engagement ring highlights a single brilliant round diamond, set most gracefully in colorful 18kt yellow or rose gold, tastefully contrasted by its platinum shank. We are happy to offer a wide selection of Maevona designs. View more at the I. Gorman Jewelers website or Facebook page.

Highland Park 50 Year Old is the distillery’s oldest and most prestigious release. Only 275 bottles of this remarkable Limited Edition are available, each encased in Maeve Gillies' extraordinary silver "net-cage" design. It is a vatting of five casks distilled in 1960. Like all Highland Park, the 50 year old has been cask-harmonised, that is to say, refilled into casks upon reaching maturity in order to ensure perfect balance and consistency. To ensure the full impact of the rich, complex flavours that come from a lifetime of maturation, Highland Park 50 Year Old has been bottled at 44.8% abv.

Inspired by the elemental forces of Orkney, each bottle is hand-crafted from sterling silver and designed by Maeve Gillies, an internationally-renowned designer of engagement rings and bridal jewellery based in New York. Maeve is also a ‘Global Scot’, a business ambassador for Scotland. Her design for Highland Park 50 Year Old celebrates Orkney; in particular the influence of the sea, wild weather and the passage of time.        

I. Gorman Jewelers Design Galleries Up!

We are pleased to inform you that we now have several design photo galleries up and running on the I. Gorman Jewelers Facebook business page. The Facebook page is often the first place we share our newest designs and upcoming events, so be sure to check it out and become a fan. Even better, if you're in the DC area, stop on by to see our unrivaled selection of beautiful designer jewelry in person!

I. Gorman Jewelers Email Newsletter

We have recently added a sign-up page for the I. Gorman Jewelers email Newsletter.

Don't miss your chance to stay up to date on all our newest designs, events and promotions!

Ask Miss A About the Ultimate Ring Event

I. Gorman Jewelers Ultimate Ring Event, Fall 2010, is coming your way this weekend, and it's creating quite a buzz around the Capitol, amongst the fashion forward and romantic couples alike! One of our favorite fashion bloggers, Andrea Rodgers of AskMissA, is one of many who'll be darned if they miss the opportunity to see Washington DC's finest collection of Bridal Jewelry!...See you there...

 

I. Gorman Jewelers Ultimate Ring Event, Fall 2010

Henrich and Denzel: Designing With Earth's Most Precious Materials

       I. Gorman Jewelers has made it their mission to bless Washington DC with the the absolute best in fine designer jewelry, and without Henrich and Denzel, their collection simply wouldn't be complete. While many of I. Gorman's talented designers have looked outside the box, creating unique jewelry from exciting alternative materials such as blackened silver, titanium and Gem Ceramic, Henrich and Denzel has done just the opposite. Embracing their own vision of what makes jewelry most exceptional, they have chosen to concentrate solely on the Earth's most precious materials.

Firmly setting their roots along the banks of Lake Constance over 25 years ago, Henrich and Denzel have earned their spot as one of Germany's most respected fine jewelry designers. In an environment rich with the tradition of world-class goldsmiths, they have thrived by offering a wide selection of wedding, commitment and engagement ring designs that are only available in platinum and 18kt gold, set with diamonds.

Using only the highest quality materials, Henrich and Denzel relies on a finely tuned fusion of traditional hand-craftsmanship and modern technologies to create immaculate, modern style jewelry that is meant to last a lifetime and beyond.

While the options are extensive, one of my personal favorite Henrich and Denzel designs on hand at I. Gorman Jewelers is the Undulating Diamond band. Available in 18kt gold or platinum, this gorgeous wedding/commitment band achieves an ideal compromise between masculine and feminine form, making it perfect for a man or a woman. Come in to I. Gorman Jewelers to see just what I mean!