) October 21, 2008 -- In FIREJEWEL's Rockville, Maryland studio, Heather Dadmanesh and Danae Kamara have created a brilliant, limited edition necklace exclusively for Moojoo Ken to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research. "This cause is very close to our hearts at FIREJEWEL and Moojoo Ken. My mother is a 30-year breast cancer survivor," tells Ali Ayrom, a moojoo ken owner-designer and one of Dadmanesh's most precious friends. This special necklace will be available for $50 at Moojoo Ken and online at www.firejewelusa.com. All of the proceeds, 100%, will be donated to the cause.

) November 23, 2008 -- Ever wanted to mix colors and patterns in your wardrobe but just did not know where to begin? Do not be intimidated. Let moojoo ken's Gillian Kirkpatrick help you get started with a couple basic rules about mixing colors and patterns.

One rule that can go a long way is to have one color that is found in all pieces. That color is the common thread that will connect the diverse patterns. Another rule is to pair one large, dominant pattern with a smaller one. The large pattern is the focal point, and the smaller pattern is the accent. You pick a dominant color and use the others as accents.

) December 8, 2008 -- After a very busy year making its way onto many sexy feet, the Foggy Bottom pump anticipates the reception its updated handbag and new scarf will receive. In the spirit of change, the revised all leather Foggy Bottom handbag will have a much softer feel and will prove just as flexible and practical as its older sister. Rounding out the collection is a 100% silk scarf of supple elegance in rich 14 momme twill.

) December 31, 2008 -- In 2008, moojoo ken moved downstairs within the same rowhouse. The decor reflects the feeling of the original space, with the same chocolate tones, organic woods, hand stenciling, and fibers to create an inviting haven for shoppers to escape from the hustle of DC’s frenetic city pace. A large dress window provides a lovely new creative outlet for moojoo ken to express itself. Here are some of moojoo ken's highlights in 2008:

) December 3, 2008 -- Moojoo ken's Filling Station Collection takes its inspiration from the effects the current climate of uncertainty. Designed in three different sizes and three different color schemes, the new collection utilizes stark red, sooty black and solemn gray as a palate emphasizing the fragile market economy.

) September 23, 2008 -- Bright, Brash, and simply Beautiful - moojoo ken, the Washington, DC fashion design house introduces its hot, new collection of 100% silk scarves in 16 mommes twill. "C'est une jolie echarpe et tout le monde doit l'avoir!" "It's a beautiful scarf that everyone must have!" said Farah, the model and the face of Moojoo ken who resides in Paris.

) October 13, 2008 -- In this dreary economic climate, here is something cheerful to consider, bright colors. And Moojoo Ken has just released three new colorful silk scarves to brighten up the day. Scarf-tying can be a bit confusing, however, the following ideas are interesting, bold and yet easy enough for anyone to try.

) September 7, 2008 -- Mae's clothing designs feature dreamlike updated retro cuts that gently and quickly transport you away to another time. A wool jacket with puffy long sleeves might remind you of another life you once lived as a journalist in a far away land—you remember hailing a taxi in that jacket—it was a chilly day. A silk crepe dress with ruffled sleeves and neckline escorts you to the time you were picnicking with your love under a lacy parasol while geese floated by and the nearby white wine bubbled.

) September 9, 2008 -- Sterling silver, turquoise, coral, and other precious gemstones are hallmarks of beautiful Native American jewelry. Embracing the art of handcrafted Southwestern jewelry, Global Products Online announces the launch of their online store, making these items and others available to the general public.

Native American Jewelry

) June 25, 2009 -- Kahili Creations, a new line of handmade jewelry, has announced an e-commerce site featuring its latest collection, as announced today by Marcia Asuncion Ricchiuti, the line's creative director and founder.

) June 2, 2009 -- NYC's newest indie jewelry line, Silent Gypsy, officially launches www.SilentGypsyJewelry.com, with its debut collection showcasing the unique use of mixed metals, asymmetric lines and rugged textures combined with feminine touches throughout. Silent Gypsy Jewelry has the ability to effortlessly enhance everything from a simple white T-shirt and jeans, to high end fashion designs, bringing clothing to life with an edgy yet sophisticated pop.

) September 17, 2009 -- The Lindsay Colbus brand, known for embodying beautiful and understated handcrafted jewelry with its elaborate details and irresistible fashion forward designs, is newly taking their mission of empowering others on a whole different level.

Lindsay Colbus was born with an innate interest in designing accessories at a very young age. A self-taught accessory designer who is a visionary but also knows how to design for the unique woman in mind is thinking globally and not just in accessories.

) July 13, 2009 -- New York based publicist launches Mariposa Communications, a fresh new way of providing public relations services to fashion accessory brands.

) September 16, 2009 -- The Lindsay Colbus brand doesn't take cues from trends or celebrities, in fact the brand has always been known for forecasting its own trends with each collection and is adored by women across the nation including celebrity style trendsetters.

The ready-to-wear jewelry brand continues to attract all types of unique women all in search of something different from mass market. The brand is constantly evolving while staying true to offering bold and unique accessories that can be worn day or night to special events.

) November 13, 2008 -- Coveted by architects and design lovers around the world, Konzuk is excited to introduce a new collection inspired by the work of acclaimed artist Donald Judd. A number of collections in the Konzuk line are inspired by architecture, so it comes as no surprise that Judd, who focused on furniture design and more architectural projects later in life, has had such an impact on these new designs.

) May 12, 2009 -- SoKoBe.com has a new feature called DYJ (design your jewelry). All jewelry and diamond enthusiasts are encouraged to submit designs, but no design experience is necessary.

A new software effective June 1 will allow customers to submit their designs on SoKoBe.com. The jewelry team at SoKoBe will then convert the rough drawings to high-end models. The original designer will get a chance to make a final approval before the jewelry is complete. The average cost for a final model of 18K white or yellow gold will be around $500, not including the diamonds.

) January 6, 2009 -- Tennessee native Elizabeth Rowland returns from China as a young entrepreneur in international trade, establishing a new forum for artists to sell their creative works online.

Jewelry designer Susan Howard Creates a very unique line of jewelry. Her jewelery has the intended purpose of bringing comfort to people struggling through difficult times in their lives. Among the Comfort Wear collection you will find a wide range of memorial jewelry, each piece having a prayer etched in the back written by Susan specific to each piece.

Topearl, China pearl jewelry supplier & exporter, announced the company set up its own jewelry blog (http://blog.topearl.com). The jewelry blog will release the latest company news, the new products and promotion messages. The blog will build the godd communication between the company and foreign buyers each other.

) October 16, 2008 -- Referring to the phenomenon as a "flight to quality," Beladora announces an increase in sales, despite a downturn in the economy. Clients are taking advantage of the collection of renowned Beverly Hills estate jeweler Kazanjian & Fogarty. Currently, Art Deco rings and diamond designs, South Sea pearl jewelry, including strands and earrings, and signed designer pieces are in demand.

) November 24, 2008 -- As jewelry store chains promote look-alike designs through hundreds of franchise locations this season, a new, rare e-boutique is opening for business with high-quality micro-pave pieces holiday shoppers are unlikely to find elsewhere.

De Fleur Drop Earrings

JewelsBoutique.com offers the kind of beautifully designed, fine jewelry you might discover while traveling, tucked away in a little boutique

) November 6, 2008 -- Online jewellery boutique AstleyClarke.com has recently launched two new designer jewellery collections, by Agrigento and Alexa Garner Sidaris. Agrigento's a remarkable collection reflects the designer's passion for art, nature and music, showcasing gorgeous contemporary jewellery pieces that are truly wearable art. Alexa Garner Sidaris' fine jewellery features unique designs inspired by water and Alexa's love of travel, presenting timeless pieces that last a lifetime.

) October 8, 2008 -- Cynthia Gale, known for her handmade sterling silver jewelry, has custom-created a crozier, or pastoral staff, for The Rev. Canon Eugene Sutton, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Baltimore, MD, and former pastor of Washington National Cathedral. Cynthia creates custom-made jewelry for the Cathedral store, catalog and website.

Custom Handcrafted Jewelry

) December 10, 2008 -- Beladora was recently honored with a request to provide fine estate jewelry for Dancing with the Stars judges Carrie Ann Inaba and Bruno Tonioli for the season finale shows. Inaba chose to wear a suite of diamond and black onyx jewelry, including chandelier earrings, bracelet and ring to complement her black gown with gold detail. She also wore magnificent white gold and diamond estate jewelry to wear with a silver goddess gown. Tonioli wore diamond rings selected from Beladora.

) July 13, 2009 -- Fine jewelry company Bernadine Design Co. today announced the launch of its new Lattice Collection. Inspired by photographs taken by owner and designer Bernadine Wang, the collection features intricate lattice patterns fashioned after ancient Chinese window architecture from a small village near Shanghai. The collection includes necklace pendants, earrings and rings made with 18 karat yellow, rose or white gold and lined with white, champagne, brown or black diamonds.

Lucky Pendant

) November 11, 2008 -- Photo Jewelry designer and owner of Elemental Memories, Lisa Laverty, has created a hip way to show off the many little sprouts that fill your garden.

Her newest Photo Jewelry design, "Time in the Garden" features 1/4" square custom clay photo tiles (number of photo tiles depends on your family size) combined with custom hand stamped sterling silver word charms wrapped in copper wire.

San Diego Jewelry Buyers has published a helpful guide on jewelry appraising and appraisers for consumers seeking to sell their pre-owned (second-hand) fine gold and diamond jewelry.

) October 9, 2008 -- Whenever Gavin Keilly and GBK do a suite prior to an award show, a good number of the vendors are making returning engagements, based on their past successes with selective celebrity guests. Given the caliber of celebrities the GBK suites attract and the knowledge he would be flanked with more established products and brands, jewelry designer DerricH J knew his debuting his line at the high profile event would be a leap of faith. However, given that nature and faith were a recurring theme in his work, it was a gamble he was willing to take.

) June 18, 2009 -- The FORE! Jewelry Organization have endorsed Zakiya Randall mononymously known as "Z" to become an Official Wearer.

"We are pleased to have such a fine and talented young golfer associated with our jewelry" states executive team at Fore! Jewelry. "Fore! Jewelry is looking forward to an exciting and long term relationship with Zakiya "Z". Her uniqueness, style and elegance fits right in with FORE! Jewelry image. Both FORE! Jewelry and "Z" represent the love and beauty of golf. What could be better".

Zakiya "Z" Randall Golf Sensation

) April 16, 2009 -- Silver Moon Trading Company recently launched many new handcrafted & beaded jewelry pieces.

) September 29, 2009 -- Executives at Klassic Statement.com, a Gurnee, Illinois based fine jewelry start-up, today announced the launch of Klassic Statement, a online fine jewelry company focused on exclusivity through class, quality and distinction. "This is not an alternative to other lines of fine jewelry, but the ultimate solution for those that seek unique, refreshing and subtle eloquence," says Klassics, founder and CEO of Klassic Statement. The Klassic Statement ladies collection includes 18 distinct, one of a kind faceted stud and twisted cable hoop earrings, necklace designs consisting of tags, onyx, smoky and blue topaz, citrine, whiskey quartz and diamonds, tantalizing cocktail rings made from precious stones, sterling silver and 18Kt gold.

) March 4, 2009 -- GeoArt By Cynthia Gale has launched into the 2009 Spring Season with the usual focus on beautiful, original, handcrafted jewelry and intricate designs. However, this year the company also has its eye on the economy.

Antique batik fabric, sands of Bali and banana tree bark fill GeoArt bangles.

Zemis is excited to announce its first raffle contest to promote its Fall/Winter 2009 handbag and fashion jewelry collection.

) April 7, 2009 -- Celtic Jackalope announces the expansion of their collection of statuary, jewelry, and apparel inspired by ancient Celtic art and themes suggestive of Pagan and Wiccan art concepts. Artist Maxine Miller brings the varied experiences of her career and the influence of the Pre-Raphaelite movement to the pieces found on the site.

Celtic Jackalope -- now offering Scottish jewelry and Wiccan fantasy art.

) April 19, 2009 -- Of course, everyone's Mother would appreciate candy or flowers. But to give Mom a gift that will delight her long after the candy is eaten and the flowers are wilted, consider a gift of custom-designed silver gemstone jewelry.

One of the terrific things about a gift of jewelry is the ability to select something unique for that special person.

If blue is Mom's favorite color, one can find a piece that features elegant blue gemstones, like a bracelet of shimmering emerald-cut sky blue topaz, handcrafted in all 925 sterling silver. At BeautifulSilverJewelry.com it is available at the special Mother's Day price of just $75.

HawaiianJewelryAndGift.com is positioned as The World's Hawaiian Jewelry and Gift Superstore, currently offering over 600 Unique Hawaiian Products Including Mother of Pearl Jewelry, Tikis, Freshwater Pearl Jewelry, Sea Turtle Decor, Hibiscus and Plumeria Decor And Hula Art. The company will offer an online inventory of 2,000 different products by the end of this year alone.

) December 5, 2008 -- BlingJewelry.com is focused on catering to the recessionista, the stylish shopper who refuses to sacrifice quality for a lower price tag. With the recession being made official a few days ago, holiday shopping has become a somber affair. The season that has normally brought out all-time spending highs has now been downgraded to penny-pinching lows.

In an ailing economy, it seems that searching for a chic gift is on the brink of being unfashionable. Faced with this bleak fate, BlingJewelry.com has decided to take action by introducing itself as a jewelry website where luxury and discount aren't exclusive to one another.

) December 5, 2008 -- BlingJewelry.com is focused on catering to the recessionista, the stylish shopper who refuses to sacrifice quality for a lower price tag. With the recession being made official a few days ago, holiday shopping has become a somber affair. The season that has normally brought out all-time spending highs has now been downgraded to penny-pinching lows.

In an ailing economy, it seems that searching for a chic gift is on the brink of being unfashionable. Faced with this bleak fate, BlingJewelry.com has decided to take action by introducing itself as a jewelry website where luxury and discount aren't exclusive to one another.

Imperial Jewels’ Internet Pricing Structures Provides Jewelry At 75% Below Physical Jewelry Retailers.

) September 15, 2009 -- The launch of new online jewelry store Tissoro.com provides a fascinating rear view into the evolution of silver jewelry and how its designs have changed over the centuries. Since the dawn of man, jewelry has been used as a tool to express feelings of affection and Tissoro.com has drawn on this history to establish a heart-tugging collection of silver jewelry with designs inspired by the Roman's, Ancient Greeks and Bohemians.