San Francisco Handcrafted Jewelry Designer John S Brana Creates Global Club for VIP Design Connoisseurs

“Handcrafted fine jewelry designer, John S. Brana, turns growing client base of online shoppers into devoted jewelry collectors.”

The number of John S. Brana jewelry collectors, versus one-time shoppers, has grown for the San Francisco-based handcrafted fine jewelry designer by 38% since launching his initial website, www.johnsbrana.com in 2006. With a diversified design portfolio of over 2000 handmade fine jewelry and fashion jewelry designs in price points ranging from $30 to $20,000, Brana has also increased his e-commerce presence to six niche market jewelry retailing websites. This innovative online jewelry retailer now invites his devoted and soon-to-be jewelry collectors to become VIP members of the Jewelry Guide for Design Connoisseurs.

Browsers are invited to become “Connoisseurs” for free and, once subscribed, receive exclusive pricing on his latest and past seasons’ collections as well as wardrobing advice directly from the jewelry designer. As so much of the jewelry buying process depends upon each client’s relationship to the designer, John S. Brana shares his design inspirations and personal stories directly with his Connoisseurs through email. First time Connoisseurs also enjoy purchase offers at incredible rates on selections of his handmade fashion jewelry.


“My client’s always let me know about how many compliments they receive on their jewelry purchases and that’s why they become collectors,” describes John S. Brana. “It really comes down to how good it makes you feel to wear it, and I wanted to reward my collectors because we all deserve extra ways to feel great!” Shoppers are invited to join the Jewelry Guide for Design Connoisseurs and receive their VIP promotions at any of John S. Brana’s targeted websites including:

Handcrafted Fine Jewelry by John S. Brana Galleria NuVo Fashion Jewelry
Handmade Earrings by John S. Brana Handmade Copper Jewelry by John S. Brana
Handmade Silver Jewelry by John S. Brana Statement Jewelry by John S. Brana

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John S. Brana – Handcrafted Fine Jewelry to Accessorize “Babe Be Mine” Fashion Show by Charleston Pierce

Charleston Pierce hosts "Baby Be Mine" Valentine’s Day Fashion Show Thursday, February 12, 2009 at Temple Nightclub, 540 Howard Street, San Francisco,  CA  94103.  Six San Francisco Bay Area fashion designers will be featured along with runway jewelry designs provided by John S. Brana – Handcrafted Fine Jewelry.  Tickets can be purchased in advance for $10 through www.charlestonsf.com, or $20 at the door.  

 

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STUDIO333 Fine Art Gallery features Handcrafted Fine Jewelry by John S. Brana at “My Bloody Valentine” Love Hurts Event

 

Studio 333 Sausalito California - My Blody Vaentine
 


February 13, 2009 – Studio 333 Fine Art Gallery, Sausalito,  CA – "My Bloody Valentine – Love Hurts Event" – 8:00pm to 12:00am – 333A Caledonia Street.  Over 200 guests will shop from 30 jewelry and fashion designers.  Dancing, free champagne, and DJ P-DUB will provide the bloody fun!  Tickets can be purchased in advanced at www.studio333.info – $20 Advance / $25 Door.

 

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Who Knew Handcrafted Jewelry Could Be So…Interactive?

Always an innovator, John S. Brana launched three new websites this month and even gave a sleek new face lift to his home site, www.johnsbrana.com.  Each new site targets a specific customer based on their desire for gold, silver, or copper jewelry and features search and comparison features unparalleled to any handcrafted artisan in the industry. See for yourself at www.handcrafted-gold-jewelry.com, www.handmade-silver-jewelry.com, and www.handmadecopperjewelry.com . 

Jewelry buyers may now perform side-by-side comparisons on any number of their favorite pieces to determine just the right style, texture, gemstone, size and price. Visitors may participate in a live community poll to tell the designer specific preferences such as their favorite gemstone, karat or quality of gold, and type of earring they prefer. Those with the most discerning tastes can find exactly what they are looking for by narrowing their search, and if you just can’t decide, customers can add their favorite items to a wish list and be notified if those items go on sale through various RSS Feeds.

Bubble Embossed Copper Earrings

"After seeing the fashion and jewelry industries suffer this holiday season, I decided I would make it easier for customers seeking handcrafted fine jewelry to find me," says Brana of his business strategies. "And when they do find me, I want to be sure I’m giving them the styles they want."  Brana is known for his handcrafted jewelry designs inspired by the landscapes of San Francisco and has been consistently experimenting with new textures, such as embossing, or adding new layers to his metallic collection of "SOMA" jewelry. New styles are available online now.
 

 

For more information and to view all jewelry styles please visit:

 

Handcrafted Fine Jewelry by John S. Brana

Handcrafted Gold Jewelry by John S. Brana 

Handmade Silver Jewelry by John S. Brana

Handmade Copper Jewelry by John S. Brana

 

For more information and media requests regarding John S. Brana – Distinctive Jewelry, please contact Karri Ann Frerichs at 402.490.2579 or karriann@altitudepromotion.com.

 

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

 

Zinette.com Cover featuring Amber and Onyx Necklace by John S. Brana Handcrafted Fine Jewelry

See jewelry designs by John S. Brana showcased in the November edition of Zinette.com, San Francisco’s latest online magazine detailing the city’s fashion, art culture and nightlife. A chunky and dramatic bracelet of amber, onyx and citrine gemstones from John S. Brana’s Barbary Coast Collection graces the cover which was shot at San Francisco’s Phoenix Hotel featuring swimwear from LA designer, Bantu. Click and drag through Zinette’s eye-catching layout for an additional photo spread featuring designs from his Sea Cliff Collection, including a “hidden pearl” ring, sterling silver shell earrings and anticlastic cuffs styled in the club setting of Bambuddha Lounge.

 

Barbary Coast Amber and Onyx Neklace - Pacific Heights 14K Gold Citrine Cocktail Ring - John S. Brana - Handcrafted Fine Jewelry

 

Fold Formed Fine Silver Earrings - Hammered Sterling Silver Anticlastic Bracelet - Pearl in a Shell Ring - John S. Brana - Handcrafted Fine Jewelry

Finally, travel to the Mission District to dine at Lolo’s and enjoy its kaleidoscope of bohemian décor and sip wine while styled in John S. Brana’s Sonoma–inspired chain maille jewelry.

Hammered Fine Silver Necklace and Serpentine Grape Chain Maille Necklace by John S. Brana Handcrafted Fine Jewelry
 

 

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

Gentry Magazine - SouthBay - November 2008 - Features Carnelian Barbary Coast Necklace by Jewelry Designer John S. Brana - Page 68.

John S. Brana’s Barbary Coast Carnelian Necklace is featured on page 68 of the November 2008 issue along with other fine jewelry by Thalia Jewelry, Stephen Webster, DeBeers, and Bulgari.

A BRANA BEAUTY Wearing John S. Brana’s Carnelian necklace ($1,285) to that next luncheon will get everyone talking—in a good way. Further enhanced by gold freshwater pearls and gold vermeil beads. this striking necklace adds elegance to a black V-neck wrap dress or a white cashmere turtleneck with black wool pants.

Barbary Coast Carnelian Necklace by San Francisco Jewelry Designer John S. Brana

Gentry can be found at various locations throughout the San Francisco Peninsula and South Bay – from Hillsborough to Los Altos, and Cupertino Hills to the Almaden Valley. Click here to find out more about Gentry.

 

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

Smythe & Cross

December 3, 2008 -  Smythe & Cross – Purveyors of Precious Jewelry, Burlingame,  CA, will be hosting a grand opening and open house from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. at their Burlingame headquarters.  Preview collections of fine and diamond jewelry, along with selected pieces of handcrafted fine jewelry by John S. Brana.  Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served.  RSVP required.  Contact Altitude Promotions for more information.

 14K Gold Chased Anticlastic Cuff

SoMa Collection – 14K Chased Anticlastic Gold Cuff

 

14K Gold and Fine Silver Tear Drop Filigree Earrings

 Nob Hill Collection – 14K Gold and Fine Silver Tear Drop Filigree Earrings

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John S. Brana – Handcrafted Fine Jewelry to Accessorize Cancer Survivors in “Hatwalk 2008″ Fashion Show

 The Asian American Cancer Support Network, www.aacsn.org, is proud to host its fourth annual fundraising gala, “Hatwalk 2008” to raise money and awareness to fight the effects of cancer on communities of Asian ethnicities. This year, the focus will be on the Filipino community. The event takes place Saturday, November 1, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Hotel Burlingame, 1333 Bayshore Highway, Burlingame, CA.

“Hatwalk” celebrates the value of hats and the comfort they bring to individuals undergoing cancer treatments. Guests will enjoy a three-course dinner, silent auction and fashion show, concluding with a runway finale featuring cancer survivors adorning pink hats in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. John S. Brana, a San Francisco-based handcrafted jewelry designer, is proud to accessorize these brave women with his bold, wearable art jewelry designs as they strut down the runway. 

Coral Cinnabar and Shell Necklace

 

“I wanted to be apart of this show because I understand the importance of cancer awareness and how it affects so many of us,” said the designer who’s jewelry will embellish the evening wear ensembles of up to 17 cancer survivors.  John S. Brana’s jewelry designs may also be seen at a trunk show and artist collaboration taking place the following week, Thursday, November 6, 4p.m. to 7p.m. at Art People Gallery in the Crocker Galleria, San Francisco.       

  • To reserve tickets to “Hatwalk,” please visit www.aacsn.org and click on the “Purchase Tickets” link. 
  • To view Brana’s entire collection of San Francisco-inspired handcrafted jewelry, visit www.johnsbrana.com
  • For information and media requests, please contact Karri Ann Frerichs at karriann@altitudepromotion.com or 402.490.2579.

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John S. Brana Will Showcase New Fine Jewelry Designs at Designers by the Bay Event Hosted by Shreve & Co.

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 in Northern California, I am honored to be given the opportunity to exhibit my designs at such a prestigious event,” said Brana who will showcase for the first time at this event presented by the Women’s Jewelry Association, Northern California Chapter.  Guests will enjoy Brana’s latest designs including large carat gemstone solitaire rings set in hand-sculpted and hammered silver and 18K gold from his SoMa and Pacific Heights Collections.  Delicate filigree earrings, dramatic sculpted and anticlastic cuffs and new designs in 18K gold wire-work pendants set with large solo gemstones will also be featured.       

The continual growth of Designers by the Bay has lent it the reputation for being the premier fine jewelry event in Northern California.  More than 20 jewelry designers will showcase their collections and guests may enjoy complementary wine and hors d’oeuvres.  To RSVP for the event, please visit www.designersbythebay.com.  To view current collections by John S. Brana, please visit www.johnsbrana.com.  For more information and media requests regarding John S. Brana – Distinctive Jewelry, please contact Karri Ann Frerichs at 402.490.2579 or karriann@altitudepromotion.com.

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July’s Zodiac Gemstones – Handcrafted Fine Jewelry by John S. Brana

 

 

Keishi Pearl NecklaceHappy 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 S. Brana’s Seacliff Collection. The dramatic display of Keishi pearls, moonstones, crystals and sea glass softened by the feminine hues of lavender captures the emotional and loving characteristics of Cancer. 

Come full circle to your tidal water roots by completing the look with a playful sea creature ring cast in sterling silver, such as the starfish, anemone or hidden pearl. Enjoy your month and take pleasure in life’s beautiful amenities!

 

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