John S. Brana – Distinctive Jewelry will feature his handcrafted fine jewelry collections at the 12th Annual Designers by the Bay and Fine Jewelry Showcase.  This event will take place Thursday, August 21, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. and will be held at Shreve & Co., 200 Post Street, San Francisco.  More than 200 expected guests will be the first to see John S. Brana’s latest creations in silver and 14K-18K gold.     “Being the premier fine jewelry event ... Read More

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Oscar de la Renta has partnered with long-time family friend Loulou de la Falaise, most recognized for her collaborations with designer Yves Saint Laurent, to release a jewelry collection this fall exclusive to Oscar de la Renta boutiques. According to an article in W Magazine’s June 2008 issue, the collection showcases a “chunky, crafty bohemian look” consisting of necklaces, pendants, earrings and bracelets which shares both designers’ “love of exotic, far-flung inspirations,” Venessa Lau (http://www.wmagazine.com/jewelry/2008/06/de_la_renta).  Look for dramatic, “showstoppers” incorporating stones of different colors, ... Read More

Of John S. Brana’s eight distinctive jewelry collections, SoMa is the most contemporary and has been worn by celebrities including Natasha Bedingfield and Janice Dickinson. This collection includes hammered link necklaces and earrings, as well as his unique copper collection, and will now include 14K and 18K gold designs and rings set with solitaire gemstones.  Until now, Brana’s only ring designs were elaborate cocktail rings with intricate wire settings from his Pacific Heights Collection and enchanting sea creatures cast in sterling silver from his ... Read More

    Happy Birthday July!  Cancer, June 22nd through July 21st, is a water sign, along with Pisces and Scorpio, and just like the ocean tides, Cancers are ruled by the moon. This beautiful tidal polarity is best celebrated through each of Cancer’s birthstones, the pearl and moonstone. Both gems emit a unique and enchanting shimmer as the pearl glows in its soft iridescence and the moonstone captures and refracts incident light.  What better way to celebrate the essence of Cancer than with this stunning creation from John ... Read More