| MAY 2007 NEWSLETTER |
| Let there be spaces in your togetherness. -Kahlil Gibran |
| NEW “JEWEL” |
| “Gold with gold and more gold. Who’s complaining?” -ce
According to the Jewelry Information Center, the “mania over precious metal jewelry is heightening.” The combination of different colored metals and stackable rings with gems and complementary metals are all hot. The look of wide bands, tiny pinky rings, and various sizes stacked together is popular, but we already knew that and are ahead of the game. See here our combination rings with three different gold tones, at the center of which lies a diamond baguette. Side rings 18k white and pink gold $575 each; center 18k yellow with baguette $965. Two bands of gold and a pavé center ring: Radius 18k yellow $775; Radius S $650; and Radius Slim Pavé 18k white and pavé set .25 pts. diamond band $1,650. A little more drama with 2 Radius slim bands: 18k white gold, $480 each, on either side of Linear Ring with diamond 18k yellow $1,200. |
| CED – News & Events |
| Claudia Endler Designs is gearing up and moving into a new space at the Brewery Artist Lofts in downtown Los Angeles. Stay tuned as we build up and build out the space to include a showcase for our work, as well as a curated art gallery opening at the beginning of 2008. |
| MAY’S FEATURE: Unveiling the History of Veils |
| Wedding season is upon us and with so many brides about to head down the aisle, we recently came upon one who was on a mission to find her ideal wedding veil. Upon opening a sampling of bridal magazines currently on the racks, we discovered that the wedding veil remains an all-important tradition in bridal attire and continues to make a fashion statement all on its own, as compared to other accessories. The story behind the veil is more intriguing than we could have imagined!The journey through the history of veils is perhaps as winding and ever changing as the journey of love and marriage. In fact, the significance of the veil in the context of a wedding ceremony has been the most consistent feature in bridal attire, going as far back as ancient Greece and Rome, and spans the globe across cultural and religious boundaries.
Throughout time and varying from culture to culture, the veil has also seen its share of lengths, thicknesses, colors, details, styles, and so on. And behind every style of veil is a story to elucidate its symbolism… or function to justify its use. Two thousand years ago, such as during the Greek and Roman empires, hair was considered unclean and headdresses served to hide that aspect during special occasions. In Japan, through the end of the Edo period, hoods concealed the bride’s face to everyone except the groom, while thinner, more elaborately detailed veils served to conceal the identities of nobility whilst simultaneously providing protection from mosquitoes. Eventually this enviable practice was adopted by the lower classes for use during ceremonial occasions, becoming more of a fashion statement for a window in time. During medieval times through the 18th century, women regularly wore veil-like headdresses made with thicker, unadorned cloths called a “wimple,” much like what nuns have worn for centuries as a sign of their modesty. So was the norm to wear a similar “modest” look for their wedding day, albeit a more refined and embellished one. The most common and longstanding symbolism represented by the veil, however, was male dominance and female subservience. This stemmed from the times before courtship, during which brides were presented to their husbands on their wedding day or just prior to it. The groom would lift the veil from his bride’s face to see her for the first time as his wife. While this ritual remains intact from a procedural standpoint, one slight change has been implemented: today the bride lifts her own veil or does so together with the groom as a show of independence and interdependence respectively, and henceforth the equality between husband and wife. Surprisingly, in America, the overwhelming popularity of the veil was initiated by Nelly Curtis, Martha Washington’s daughter, who wore a veil purely to please her groom, who had complimented her on her beauty when he viewed her through lace curtains draping a window. Nevertheless, the various meanings trailing the veil continued to follow it closely, even in America. Today, the significance of the lifting of the veil shares common ground across cultural lines more than ever. As is commonly believed that it is “bad luck” for the groom to see the bride before the ceremony, a veil’s purpose is to aid in concealing her beauty while increasing her appeal and the anticipation between them until he officially marries her and is allowed to see her entirely. The mindset behind the idea is like that of the “dance of the seven veils”: suggestion and imagination are that much more erotic. At CED, we appreciate that mindset. Revealing more of your true essence with exquisite pieces that complement your beauty is what we’re all about. Summer is wedding season, folks, and we haven’t forgotten the need for those special, custom, one-of-a-kind pieces to spotlight the most beautiful day of a lifetime. Resources: |
| THE WAY OF CHIC: |
| “Being in love with someone and letting them know it, is chic.” -ce |
| STYLE RECOGNITION |
| Why is finding cool-looking wrapping paper more difficult than finding a chameleon in the brush? Don’t ask us; just go towww.fishlipspaperdesigns.com and check out the goods for a refreshing dip into the world of fine, yet eco-friendly, paper products. For those of us who really dig “presentation,” or find ourselves in a situation catering to those who deeply appreciate presentation, Fish Lips Paper Designspresents a super-cool product line of gift-wrapping paper designs — all made exclusively with recycled paper! Offbeat imagery, such as silhouettes of dogs and fire hydrants, quasi-psychedelic or retro patterns in unexpected color combinations, and sea-creature motifs (the designer’s penchant), among other captivating designs, will catch the eye and undoubtedly become part of the gift-receiving experience. Now on the drawing board and soon to join the line are bows and ribbons, note cards, gift cards, greeting cards, gift bags, and stationery. Paper is back! Release that note-writing and gift-giving style of yours for that next fabulous gift or personal message—totally guilt-free. |
| CED CLIENT REFERRAL PROGRAM |
| Claudia Endler Designs is proud to offer a new program for our clients. Send us a client and you will receive special rewards from Claudia Endler Designs. Hmmm… I wonder what it could be. |
| THE CED WISH LIST |
| Is there someone we should contact who can help us to grant your jewelry wish? What – Who – Where – When? Contact us atinfo@claudiaendlerdesigns.com with details. There are always lots of weddings during the summer. That means wedding presents and anniversary presents. Don’t forget! |
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