Enjoy Beaded Gemstone Jewelry Every Day

Few things are more alluring than a lack of complexity. A simple strand with a small jewel speaks volumes. When it comes to jewelry, a strand of silver or gold adorned with a diminutive gem is enough for most events. But, there are times when you don’t feel the need to be elegant, or want [...]

InDesign Magazine – Unique Gemstone Rings by San Francisco jewelry designer John S. Brana

The Finer Things – Customer Types by Cindy Edelstein “Chunky yet whimsical natural designs bring to mind elfin spirits in the woods while simultaneously channeling the raw gem trend.  Unique gemstones and obscure minerals that have a lot going on inside will resonate with our gal.” Sterling silver and bronze rings from the Muir Woods [...]

First Impressions – What Does Your Jewelry Tell Others?

Whether you care or not, you make an impression every time you bump into someone different or see an old acquaintance. Research shows that in the first 30 seconds, an attitude is formed based upon your appearance. Your jewelry and what it brings to light about your character is part of that consciousness. If you [...]

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Zinette.com Features Handcrafted Fine Jewelry by John S. Brana

Gentry Magazine – South Bay – features Barbary Coast Carnelian Necklace by John S. Brana

Smythe & Cross – Purveyors of Precious Jewelry Features Selected Handcrafted Fine Jewelry by John S. Brana

John S. Brana – Distinctive Jewelry – Now Available at Art People in the Crocker Galleria, San Francisco

John S. Brana – Distinctive Jewelry is now available for purchase at Art People, 50 Post Street Suite 41, on the second floor of the Crocker Galleria. Handcrafted designs from each of Brana’s seven women’s jewelry collections, all inspired by eclectic San Francisco themes, are showcased. Art People is the forth bay area gallery or [...]

Kempinski – Luxury & Lifestyle Magazine – Features John S. Brana Jewelry

Kempinski – Luxury & Lifestyle Magazine – Middle East & Africa – January 2008   The Fashion Files – Look Great in 2008 Join the glitterati and set a shining example for the year ahead   HER Pleated Halter Dress, Issey Miyake USA; Pleated Shrug, Issey Miyake USA; Shoes, Nina; Citrine Gold Ring, John S [...]

John S. Brana – Distinctive Jewelry now at Monkey on Chestnut – San Francisco, CA

Gentry Magazine features 18k Gold Amethyst Earrings from the Pacific Heights Collection

A pair of earrings from jewelry designer John S. Brana will spruce up that white button-down shirt and wide-leg trouser pants. These ornate earrings from the Pacific Heights Collection ($1,235) feature 18k gold cascading swirls and ornate amethyst stones.       Gentry Magazine’s mission is “to report and reflect on our community at large [...]