Dynamic shapes and countless layers of richly textured semi-precious gemstones define this show stopping collection which also features gold vermeil, 14K gold, and fine and sterling silver. For those who love a statement piece, the Barbary Coast collection is perfect for those who choose to build an ensemble around their jewelry.     Selections from the Barbary Coast Beaded Gemstone Collection ... Read More

    Selections from the Barbary Coast Beaded Gemstone Collection ... Read More

John S. Brana is introducing to his collection new fine jewelry designs in 14K, 18K gold, and fine silver exclusively for the 12th Annual Designers by the Bay and Fine Jewelry Showcase, Thursday, August 21, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. The most exciting creations include stunning cuffs in 14K and 18K gold sculpted and texturized by hand in his San Francisco studio. More than 200 guests well known in the Northern California jewelry industry are expected to attend this premier event to be held at ... Read More

Selections from John S. Brana’s men’s jewelry collections as well as several women’s jewelry pieces are now available at GIVEN, 575 Castro Street, San Francisco. This Castro neighborhood lifestyle boutique is a local favorite for art, home accessories, and, of course, contemporary jewelry. Customers will enjoy unique textures in fine silver jewelry sets including rings, pendants, bracelets and cufflinks from John S. Brana’s Reptile, Redwood and Tonga men’s collections. “John Brana's jewelry is a perfect fit at GIVEN,” said Nick Romero, owner of Given which ... Read More

  Niche- Artists Showcase - A special section highlights some of the best artists you will find in NICHE.  Purchase works for the busy season ahead.  Page 96. San Francisco-inspired wearable art jewelry by John S. Brana includes anticlastic, hammered, filigree, and beaded gemstone collections in silver, copper, 14kt - 18kt gold and bronze.  Read More

  Introducing The Nob Hill Filigree Jewelry Collection by San Francisco-based designer, John S. Brana John S. Brana - Distinctive Jewelry has added an eighth collection of one-of-a-kind filigree earrings to his diverse line of San Francisco-inspired wearable art jewelry.  This collection features his most open, airy and delicate wirework designs yet available.  The Nob Hill Collection inspires the re-appreciation for the nostalgic architecture of those Victorian-era neighborhoods built around the turn of twentieth century.  “That was ... Read More

As we all know, this fall 2008 season is all about classic clean lines, and structured volume.  While the menswear suiting and frilly party dresses dominate the runway, one trend is helping these lines shine; heavily jeweled accessories. Whether it's the intensely large costume jewels of Lanvin, or the classically dark, regal jewel sets at Alexander McQueen, everyone is doing it.  But the greatest example of fall's ultra encrusted , jewel sets were at Balenciaga.  Heavy looking necklaces with matching bracelets on both ... Read More

August, you are one year older, and Leo has never looked more fierce!  The blazing Sun is the element that represents the ferocity and brilliance of Leo making citrine the perfect August gemstone.  This gorgeous summer stone is like holding a piece of the Sun and its lemony color in your hand.  Its color is hard to come by in the world of gemstones which makes its glow that much more special. John S. Brana has captured the warmth of citrine in his Pacific Heights collection.  These, and other beautiful August ... Read More