Ring Fever, Spring Fever - I Gorman's Ultimate Ring Event is here!

Our Monday morning lull is non-existent today and while you might feel bad for us at I. Gorman know this: we’re all a buzz because of the Ultimate Ring Event coming up this Friday and Saturday.

Yes, you read right. Once again, we’ll be hosting a dozen phenomenal designers who will be bringing their entire engagement and wedding band collections. Just in time for spring wedding fever!

Of our classic favorites we’re of course going to be hosting Gebrueder Schaffrath’s line from Germany. If you’re into clean lines and a minimal aesthetic, then these designs are for you. You might have to do a double take though when you see the Lumina collection rings with floating diamonds; diamonds that dance and gleam in a constant state of free motion in order to catch every bit of light possible. And if these designs make you feel like a bull in a china shop then worry not. Put your trust in the hands of Schaffrath’s precise, German engineering.

Perhaps you prefer something with some intricacy and mystique. Maybe you’ve been eyeing some designs by Maevona. With their Celtic influence, these engagement designs by Maeve Gillies have a timeless look without being blah. Who can resist anything named after Scottish islands?

For the rugged side of you we’ve got superstar Todd Reed coming with his collection of raw diamond designs. While Todd is a charmer you may not be able to take your eyes off of his earthy, bold designs that incorporate all varieties of raw, rose cut and cube diamonds. If the mimosas don’t put you in a happy daze, Todd’s collection sure will!

As always, along with our favorites we always like to bring in something new, something fresh. This time, we’ll have a collection of romantic, vintage designs by Kirk Kara. These antique designs will make you feel like royalty, so watch out Kate Middleton!

All in all, the Ultimate Ring Event is something for you to put on your list for this weekend whether you’re in the market for bridal jewelry or just wanting to rub shoulders with some amazing designers from the world over. Find all of the details on the I. Gorman website. We’ll see you there!

Art and the Admirer: I. Gorman Designer Show a Hit Once Again

 

While we’re finally starting to recover from the daze of the I. Gorman Annual Designer Show, we can’t claim that we have a lack of stories to tell to anyone who couldn’t make it. The truth is that beautiful jewelry, great company and a glass of champagne could make any weekend fabulous.

But let’s say this: it wasn’t just any weekend.  In fact, it started on Thursday evening as the Gorman posse ushered in one by one, designers from the globe over. And of course, in the pre-show excitement we always get a sneak peak at the jewelry to be unveiled the next day. After a few dozen rounds of ‘oohs’ and ‘aahs’ we all tried to get our act together and rest up for the next day.

Friday started with a bang. Now, our designers aren’t your average artists. No thick rimmed glasses, fauxhemian ideals or exasperated dramatics. Among our group of eleven designers were the most talented yet humble artists you can find. For those of you that made it in over the weekend, did you have a favorite designer?

As you walked in you were greeted on the left by Alishan, a long time I. Gorman fave, and his wife Lydia. The two, who have been in business for decades just ooze with sophistication and grace. That is before we even took a look at their jewelry which as usual was elegant and dazzlingly unique.

If you had a chance to talk to Peter Schmid of Atelier Zobel, you could have seen his eyes light up as he picked up his creations piece by piece and explained the story behind them. His favorite: an asymmetrically carved piece of turquoise in a bold cuff bracelet. When we asked him how he designs his jewelry he told us that he simply lets the materials inspire him. Catch our entire video conversation with him here.

And of course, the alarmingly dapper Marcel Roelofs and Michael Weggenmann were wooing the crowd – and not just with their German accents! The list is too long to ramble off, so if you’re aching to know more just make sure you come by next time.

The energy was buzzing in the air as soon as the doors opened. That is no surprise; what is art without an admirer? What followed was a mix between Match.com and star-aligned fate. Everyone mingled through, admiring the beauty of it all until they found the one sparkling, glowing, marvelous piece of jewelry that was calling out to them. Some of us had a few pieces calling out in unison! And if you thought champagne might make the brain foggy, know this: it can make things sparkle a bit more too.

And the weekend continued like so with the entire store buzzing, glowing and laughing. We have to admit that it was one of the best events in the history of I. Gorman shows. Not only did we have the most amazing designers you can imagine but, YOU, our wonderful patrons brought the show to life.

So with the energy of the show still resonating and the winter season in full swing, we’ll leave you with this: no words or pictures could encompass the I. Gorman Annual Designer Show, so we hope you can make it next year!

 

I. Gorman Jewelers Welcomes The Fashion Designs Of Antonio Bernardo and Enric Majoral

 
There's nothing more exciting for us here at I. Gorman Jewelers than sharing the work of our favorite jewelry designers with friends and customers from DC and beyond. Sure, it's a blast to walk in the door and dive straight into the fabulous world of fashion jewelry, hand crafted in places a distant as South America and Europe--but have you ever wondered how such an exceptional collection of jewelry comes to be?

Did you know that the store's founders, Ivan and Bonnie Gorman, actually take the time every year to travel across the globe, exploring bustling city avenues and quaint village streets alike, in search of that perfect new designer to compliment their current selection? It may sound glamorous, but that's all part of the job when it comes to running DC's hippest designer oriented jewelry destination!

But don't take my word for it, come in and see for yourself. Ivan and Bonnie may well be on hand to work with you personally, and don't be surprised if they introduce you to the designs of Antonio Bernardo and Enric Majoral, two of the coolest new fashion jewelry designers to grace the cases at I. Gorman's!

Born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Antonio Berndardo is, without a doubt, one of Brazil's most innovative and gifted fine jewelry designers. With German heritage and Swiss goldsmith training, Bernardo has carved a niche for himself by creating an award winning collection of visually and intellectually stimulating designs in 18kt gold and silver.

Bernardo's work portrays a type of geometrical genius that most artists could only dream of, allowing him to explore a diversity of striking forms that are rarely captured in jewelry. No stranger to fun and fashion forward, this playful 18kt white gold cocktail ring sports a dazzling quartet of bezel set violet amethysts.

From picturesque Formentera Island in Catalonia, Spain Enric Majoral captures the colors, shapes and natural life forms that surround him, creating jewelry with movement and artistry that seems to take on a life of its own. Favoring 18kt gold and oxidized silver to achieve a refreshingly organic color palette, Majoral draws upon the beauty of organic lines and shapes in a way that is deliberate, yet unexpected.

Majoral's honest craftsmanship and ability to capture the essence of natural forms is clear in this charming 18kt yellow gold and diamond bracelet, which reflects the simple reality of life on a beautiful Mediterranean island.

Don't miss your perfect chance to check out the beautiful designs of Antonio Bernardo and Enric Majoral at I. Gorman Jewelers' Annual Designer Showcase, Friday, December 3^rd and Saturday, December 4^th.
   

Annual Designer Showcase At I. Gorman Jewelers

  

It's that time of the year again. The time of year when tons of Washingtonians swarm the streets and line up at the doors of I. Gorman Jewelers for the event they've been waiting for all year long! Well, maybe we're being a little bit dramatic, but the truth is that the   I. Gorman Annual Designer Showcase is right around the corner and we are way excited!

We've invited eleven amazing designers from around the globe to share their entire collections. And let's be honest: champagne, jewelry and the holidays mix perfectly.

The show, which will be held Friday, December 3^rd and Saturday, December 4^th will offer designs from the dramatic and bold to the fresh and feminine. Moreover – we’ve got four new international designers featuring their collections:

• Antonio Bernardo with his ingenious, architectural designs from Spain. His celebration rings are a favorite of mine.
• Enric Majoral; modern yet feminine designs from Spain.
• Bold and avant garde jewelry by Atelier Zobel. If you love cuffs, this is the designer for you.
• Sparkling diamond pieces from Mona Taner who is joining us from the Big Apple.

Along with our newcomers, we have our faves from last year:

Alishan

Sarah Graham

Todd Reed

Margoni

Gellner

Marcel Roelofs

Michael Weggenmann

Here is the icing on the bejeweled cake – 10% off on jewelry by participating designers during the show. As if meeting your favorite designer wasn’t exciting enough…

Here are the full details:

Show Hours:
Friday 11AM - 6PM
Saturday 11AM - 6PM

Location:
I. Gorman Jewelers
1133 20th St. NW
Washington, DC 20036

Complimentary parking Friday
Complimentary valet Saturday

Leave your worries and your car across the street at the Colonial Parking Garage.

Metro stops:
Dupont Circle (Red) or Farragut West (Orange)

Questions:
E-mail: info@igorman.com
Phone: 202.775.8544

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We hope to see you there!

    

The Exceptional, Interchangeable Necklaces Of Marcel Roelofs At I. Gorman Jewelers

  
While Bridal Jewelry is always in demand, due to the simple fact that happy people, young and old, will always be tying the knot, sadly, the wonderful world of Fashion Jewelry often seems dependent on the economy. When outlooks on the government's or our own financial situation takes a turn for the worse, people often react by clamming up and depriving themselves of the more beautiful things in life...

I. Gorman Jewelers is here to remind you that an exceptional piece of fashion jewelry is not a discretionary purchase, in fact, if chosen carefully, it is nothing less than an extension of one's self! A well designed jewel can become as much a part of a woman's entity as her flowing hair or graceful gait, and therefore, surely not something to be sacrificed! But the power of fine jewelry is nothing to be taken lightly, and at I. Gorman's we offer designs by only the most gifted artists, who have learned to harness this power in creating gorgeous jewelry to immaculately compliment a woman or a man.

One such artist who possesses this gift, to no small extent, is German designer Marcel Roelofs. Drawing on the strong tradition of master gemstone cutters of the Idar-Oberstein region of Germany, Marcel Roelofs takes naturally inspired art to a new frontier. While he has had much success creating innovative ring and earring collections, Marcel is best known for designing some of the world's coolest fashion forward Necklaces!

Recognizable for his avant-garde use of carved gems in intricate handmade gold and platinum settings, Roelofs has developed a stunning collection of interchangeable clasp pendants that can be paired with a wide variety of neck coils, chains or strands of organic beads, to create exceptional, highly personalized necklaces.

Never a conformist, Roelof's Tanzanite and Raw Granite Bead Necklace offers a refreshingly contemporary perspective on just what can be called fine jewelry. Set in 18kt yellow gold, this unique pendant is fully interchangeable, allowing customization to suit your mood or wardrobe!

At the other end of the color spectrum, this interchangeable Orange Citrine Pendant is expertly complimented by its stainless steel multi-strand black neck coil. Set in 18kt yellow gold this dynamic pendant is perfect for the fall or winter season.

I. Gorman Jewelers is excited to offer you a selection of Marcel Roelofs interchangeable designs, that is sure to suit a diversity of tastes and styles, helping you to discover that perfect jewel that is not just an accessory, but an extension of yourself! We welcome you to visit our showroom any time, Monday through Saturday, but if you can, don't miss the chance to meet the designer himself, during our Designer Showcase event from 11am-6pm, on Friday or Saturday, December 3-4.