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Copper.org Features Copper Jewelry by John S. Brana

March 9, 2010 By 43 Comments

Copper.org Features Handmade Copper Jewelry by John S. BranaFebruary 2010 – Issue #34 – “Copper in the Arts,” on Copper.org features contemporary copper jewelry designs by jewelry designer John S. Brana.  Contributing writer Rebecca Troutman discusses the allure of John S. Brana’s copper jewelry designs…

Texturized Anticlastic Copper Bracelet

Handmade Texturized Anticlastic Copper Bracelet

“Brana loves to feature nontraditional metals, his most recent collection thrusting copper and aluminum in the spotlight. His designs are flirtatious and intricate, often with elegant geometric textural elements and clean curves. His new line, named after the South of Market district, “SoMa,” is inspired by the curved angles of the architecture and the “opulent gold rush period” of its heyday.

Not many other jewelry designers value the unique abilities of copper the way Brana does. In a contemporary jewelry industry founded on the classic value of semi-precious metals and gemstones, his choice of materials like copper, bronze and aluminum is giving a new sheen to the high end jewelry industry. “  Read the entire story on Copper.org

Handmade Brass Turquoise Patinated Bangle

Handmade Brass Turquoise Patinated Bangle

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SoMa Statement Cuff Collection

December 3, 2009 By 12 Comments

Karri Ann Frerichs introduces the SoMa Statement Cuff Collection by San Francisco jewelry designer John S. Brana during his trunk show at Bloomingdale’s – Stanford. These bold Sterling Silver and Copper cuffs come in a variety of anticlastic styles and textures including corrugated, texturized, chased, and hammered.

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Black Friday – Bloomingdale’s – Handmade Jewelry by John S. Brana

November 24, 2009 By 9 Comments

 

San Francisco jewelry designer John S. Brana will be  showcasing his handmade jewelry at Bloomingdale’s – Stanford on Black Friday, 27th, 2009 through Sunday November 29th, 2009 from noon to six p.m.  Situated in Bloomingdale’s accessory department right next to the Marc by Marc Jacobs handbag collection, shoppers can select from a showcase of his handmade copper nature-inspired Muir Woods jewelry designs all discounted 20% during Bloomingdale’s Black Friday weekend event.

Shoppers are encouraged to visit www.Bloomingdales.com and choose the Stanford location through the store locator for detailed information on each sale and promotion. To preview jewelry that will be available at each Bloomingdale’s Holiday Trunk Show, shoppers are encouraged to visit www.JohnSBrana.com and click on the collections tab to view jewelry styles from the Muir Woods, Pacific Heights, Monterey, and SoMa Collections.

Bloomingdale’s will host the following events and promotions which may also be applied to jewelry purchases during each John S. Brana Holiday Trunk Show:

• November 27-29, Black Friday Sales • December 5-6, Bloomingdale’s Private Sale • December 19-20, Bloomingdale’s Insider Sale • December 26-27, Bloomingdale’s After Christmas Sale.

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Handmade Jewelry by John S Brana Accessorizes “Babe Be Mine” Fashion Show – Event Photos

May 22, 2009 By 3 Comments

 14K GF Wire Wrapped Onyx Tear Drop Earrings with Hammered 14K Gold Bangle

14K Gold Filled Wire Wrapped Onyx Tear Drop Earrings – Barbary Coast Collection with Hammered 14K Gold Bangle – SoMa Contemporary Jewelry Collection

 

Handcrafted Designer Jewelry, Handmade Jewelry, Handcrafted Jewelry, Gemstone Jewelry

Amazonite Sterling Silver Chain Maille Earrings – Sonoma Collection

 

Amazonite Sterling Silver Chainmail Bracelet - Wire Wrapped Hammered Fine Silver Tear Drop with Amazonite 

Amazonite Sterling Silver Chainmail Bracelet – Sonoma Chainmail Collection with Wire Wrapped Hammered Fine Silver Tear Drop with Amazonite – Barbary Coast Beaded Gemstone Collection

 

Chased Fine Silver Necklace - Corrugated Sterling Silver Cuff

Chased Fine Silver Necklace with Corrugated Sterling Silver Cuff – SoMa Contemporary Jewelry Collection

 

Amazonite Sterling Silver Chainmail Earrings 

 Amazonite Sterling Silver Chainmail Earrings – Sonoma Chainmail Collection

 

 Corrugated Fold Formed Copper Triangle Earrings

 Corrugated Fold Formed Copper Triangle Earrings – SoMa Contemporary Jewelry Collection

 

Fine Silver Anticlastic Earrings

Fine Silver Anticlastic Earrings – SoMa Handmade Contemporary Jewelry Collection

 

Hammered 14K Gold Filled Necklace - Hammered 14K Gold Filled Earrings - Handcrafted Fine Jewelry 

Hammered 14K Gold Filled Necklace – Chased Copper Necklace – Hammered 14K Gold Filled Earrings – SoMa Contemporary Jewelry Collection

 

Hammered Fine Silver Necklace with Chrysophrase Gemstones 

Hammered Fine Silver Necklace with Chrysophrase Gemstones – SoMa Contemporary Jewelry Collection

 

 

Baby Be Mine, Valentine’s Fashion Fundraiser for MoAD
Produced by Charleston Pierce
Choreographed by Ronnie Reddick
Styling by Karri Ann Frerichs
Handmade Jewelry by John S Brana

 

 

 

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Handcrafted Fine Jewelry by John S Brana Accessorizes Photoshoot by San Francisco Photographer Tony Maesto

April 19, 2009 By 6 Comments

 

Handcrafted geometric copper and sterling silver links from John S. Brana’s SOMA Collection accentuate the voluminous black lace layers of this high-neck, corset-back top from Revelation by M.E. When wearing an ensemble of all-black, or any other solid neutral color, create dimension and define a focal point with a dramatic statement necklace. This latest fashion trend of 2009 remains a classic look and may be updated each season with vibrant gemstones, geometric shapes, mix-matched metals, and varying textures. Browse through statement necklaces by John S. Brana to complete your look today!

Photographer – Tony Maesto

Wardrobe Stylist – Karri Ann Frerichs

Lace Top – Revelation by M.E.

Make Up – Rita Brown, Shu Uemura

Hair – William Soriano, W’s Salon – Santana Row

 

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W25mag.com Features Fine Jewelry by John S. Brana – “Waiting for the Bailout Boat”

February 24, 2009 By 1 Comment

"Waiting for the Bailout Boat," W25 Magazine – February 2009 Issue, features selected fine jewelry from the SoMa Collection by jewelry designer John S. Brana.   Photographed by Nels Olvin  Stylist:  Karri Ann Frerichs  Make up & Hair:  Katie Nash   Model:  Mirela  Retouching:  Denis Kuznetsoz  

W25 Magazine Features Selected Fine Jewelry by John S. Brana

Bustier – Vintage hand-me down circa 1983.

Hammered fine silver necklace with Chrysoprase – John S. Brana $665

Multi-tiered floral skirt – H&M $59.90

Hammered Sterling Silver Disk Earrings by John S. Brana

Bustier – Vintage hand-me down circa 1983.

Hammered Sterling Silver Disc Earrings – John S. Brana $87

Tuxedo Blazer – H&M $49.90

Wide Leg Trouser – H&M $59.90

 

Hammered Fine Silver Necklace with Chrysoprase by John S. Brana

Bustier – Vintage hand-me down circa 1983.

Hammered fine silver necklace with Chrysoprase – John S. Brana $665

Multi-tiered floral skirt – H&M $59.90

 

Hammered Sterling Silver Disk Earrings by John S. Brana

Hammered Sterling Silver Earrings by John S. Brana

Checkered Blouse – Vintage hand-me down circa 1974.

Patent Leather "Clock" Purse – Vintage gift circa 1968.

Hammered Sterling Silver Disc Earrings – John S. Brana $87

Tuxedo Vest – H&M $24.90

Wide Leg Trouser – H&M $59.90

 

About W25 Magazine :  "W25 Magazine is an independent and nontraditional publication, dedicated to starching the boundaries in photography, music, illustration, lyric,and all other creative stuff presenting artists work from around the world on our free e-magazine online and now available also in print on demand for the ones that want to see it in print"

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

November 11, 2008 By 2 Comments

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 – Distinctive Jewelry enhances popular SoMa Collection of hammered jewelry with rings and incorporates 14K gold

July 8, 2008 By 2 Comments

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 Seacliff Collection. The new SoMa ring designs are simple and geometric and will feature 8+ carat gemstones encased in hammered sterling silver, 14K gold, or bronze.  Available gemstones include green-gold quartz, blue topaz, opal, amethyst, green amethyst, and citrine…just to name a few. The designs are clean and understated yet remain true to Brana’s signature stand-out-from-the-crowd jewelry characteristics. Brana will also release designs in 14K and 18K yellow, rose and green golds which were previously only available in sterling and fine silver, 14K gold-filled and copper. Look for hammered and chased geometric link designs, several of which will be set with semi-precious gemstones.          

John S. Brana resides in San Francisco where he handcrafts his eight distinctive jewelry collections inspired by neighborhoods in and around San Francisco. Each collection is as diverse as its namesake and includes:

      Barbary Coast- a dramatic and colorful display of layering semiprecious gemstones

      Monterrey- brightly colored Italian mesh metal intertwined through hammered silver

      Nob Hill – delicate filigree wire earrings inspired by Victorian architecture

      Pacific Heights- large faceted solo gemstones encased in 14K gold-filled and sterling silver settings

      Sea Cliff- surprisingly elegant life-like art pieces of metal-casted marine elements

      Sonoma- chainmail jewelry dripping with berry-like, cascading stones

And the Men’s silver-cast jewelry collection featuring cuff-links, bold rings, textured pendants and minimalist silver bracelets.

To view each of the John S. Brana- Distinctive Jewelry collections visit www.johnsbrana.com. For wholesale information and media requests, please contact Karri Ann Frerichs, Altitude Promotions at karriann@altitudepromotion.com or 402.490.2579.

 

New Jewelry – SoMa Collection
Hammered Bronze Cocktail Ring - Blue Topaz Hammered Bronze Cocktail Ring - Green Gold Quartz Hammered Bronze Cocktail Ring - Boulder Opal
Hammered 14K Gold Earrings with Peridot Hammered 14K Gold Earrings - Circles Hammered 14K Gold Earrings with Blue Topaz

 

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John S. Brana Handmade Jewelry Accessorizes Fashion Model 2008

June 13, 2008 By 5 Comments
Amber Citrine Crystal Quartz Necklace

Amber Citrine Crystal Quartz Necklace

Fashion Model 2008 – May 24, 2008 – San Francisco, CA – Veronica wears Crystal Quartz – Amber – Citrine Necklace from the Barbary Coast Collection.

Barbary Coast Garnet Earrings and Gemstone Necklace

Barbary Coast Garnet Earrings and Gemstone Necklace

Fashion Model 2008 – May 24, 2008 – San Francisco, CA – Quincy wears Garnet Wire Wrapped earrings
and Pink Coral, Garnets, and Citrine necklace from the Barbary Coast Collection.

Barbary Coast Amber Gemstone Necklace

Barbary Coast Amber Gemstone Necklace

Fashion Model 2008 – May 24, 2008 – San Francisco, CA – Quincy wears Amber and Onyx necklace from the Barbary Coast Collection.

Chalk Turquoise Necklace from the Barbary Coast Collection

Chalk Turquoise Necklace from the Barbary Coast Collection

Fashion Model 2008 – May 24, 2008 – San Francisco, CA – Merissa wears a Green Chalk Turquoise necklace from the Barbary Coast Collection and Fine Silver Anticlastic earrings from the SoMa Collection.

Barbary Coast Freshwater Pearl Wire Spiral Earrings

Barbary Coast Freshwater Pearl Wire Spiral Earrings

Fashion Model 2008 – May 24, 2008 – San Francisco, CA – Liz wears a Spiral 14K Gold Filled earrings set with White Freshwater Pearls from the Barbary Coast Beaded Gemstone Collection.

Onyx and Crystal Quartz Necklace - Barbary Coast Collection

Onyx and Crystal Quartz Necklace - Barbary Coast Collection

Fashion Model 2008 – May 24, 2008 – San Francisco, CA – Ashley wears Fleur-de-lis Earrings set with faceted Onyx and a Gold Quartz, Citrine, and Onyx necklace from the Barbary Coast Beaded Gemstone Collection.

Amethyst Italian Mesh Metal Ribbon Necklace from the Monterey Collection

Amethyst Italian Mesh Metal Ribbon Necklace from the Monterey Collection

Fashion Model 2008 – May 24, 2008 – San Francisco, CA – Sivan wears Purple Italian Mesh Metal Ribbon earrings and Amethyst Italian Mesh Metal Ribbon necklace from the Monterey Beaded Gemstone Collection.

Monterey Collection - Orange Italian Mesh Metal Ribbon Necklace

Monterey Collection - Orange Italian Mesh Metal Ribbon Necklace

Fashion Model 2008 – May 24, 2008 – San Francisco, CA – Fernanda wears Orange Italian Mesh Metal Ribbon earrings and necklace set with Carnelian from the Monterey Beaded Gemstone Collection.

Pacific Heights Citrine Gemstone Earrings

Pacific Heights Citrine Gemstone Earrings

Fashion Model 2008 – May 24, 2008 – San Francisco, CA – Quincy wears Teardrop Citrine Gemstone earrings from the Pacific Heights Collection.

Pacific Heights Wire Wrapped Gemstone Jewelry Collection

Pacific Heights Wire Wrapped Gemstone Jewelry Collection

Fashion Model 2008 – May 24, 2008 – San Francisco, CA – Fernanda wears a matching set of wire sculpted Citrine earrings, pendant, and ring from the Pacific Heights Collection.

Fold Formed Silver Earrings and Keishi Cornflake Pearl Necklace from the Sea Cliff Collection

Fold Formed Silver Earrings and Keishi Cornflake Pearl Necklace from the Sea Cliff Collection

Fashion Model 2008 – May 24, 2008 – San Francisco, CA – Sivan wears Fold Formed Fan Coral Fine Silver
earrings and Keishi Pearl necklace from the Sea Cliff Collection.

Sea Cliff Collection Pearl Necklace

Sea Cliff Collection Pearl Necklace

Fashion Model 2008 – May 24, 2008 – San Francisco, CA – Jenna wears a Mother of Pearl and Fine Silver necklace from the Sea Cliff Collection.

Nob Hill Filigree Jewelry Collection

Nob Hill Filigree Jewelry Collection

Fashion Model 2008 – May 24, 2008 – San Francisco, CA – Photographer Sarah Ross wears
Large Tear Drop Filigree earrings from the Nob Hill Collection and Hammered Fine Silver necklace from the
SoMa Collection.

Chalk Turquoise Necklace from the Barbary Coast Collection

Chalk Turquoise Necklace from the Barbary Coast Collection

Fashion Model 2008 – May 24, 2008 – San Francisco, CA – Merissa wears Fine Silver Anticlastic earrings from the SoMa Collection and a Green Chalk Turquoise necklace from the Barbary Coast Collection.

SoMa Hammered Silver Jewelry Collection

SoMa Hammered Silver Jewelry Collection

Fashion Model 2008 – May 24, 2008 – San Francisco, CA – Liz wears Brazilian Fire Agate
Hammered Fine Silver necklace and Hammered Fine Silver earrings from the
SoMa Collection.

Hammered Copper Jewelry - Fold Formed Copper Leaf Earrings - Fold Fomed Copper Cuff - Hammered Copper Neckwire with Brazilian Fire Agate Pendant

Hammered Copper Jewelry - Fold Formed Copper Leaf Earrings - Fold Fomed Copper Cuff - Hammered Copper Neckwire with Brazilian Fire Agate Pendant

Fashion Model 2008 – May 24, 2008 – San Francisco, CA – Liz wears Brazilian Fire Agate Copper Necklace, Copper Leaf Earrings, and Copper Fold Formed Bracelet from the Handmade Copper Jewelry Collection by John S. Brana.

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Collections Coming Soon to www.johnsbrana.com

June 8, 2008 By Leave a Comment

SoMa Collection – Watch for hammered silver and bronze rings set with faceted colored gemstones and cabochons – July 2008.

Nob Hill – Matching rings and pendants in sterling silver, vermeil, and 14K – 18K yellow gold – August 2008.

Muir Woods – NEW – Inspired by the natural beauty of Muir Woods, this collection will feature patinaed silver, copper, and bronze earrings, rings, and pendants in multicolored earthtones…just in time for fall – September 2008.

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