Neiman
Marcus and Barney’s New York Jewelry Brands
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AKOLA JEWELRY – Founded by Brittany
Merrill Underwood, AKOLA Jewelry is a project that is committed to empowering
women in poverty. The AKOLA collection features casual everyday pearl bracelets, beaded necklaces
for special occasions, and earrings in simple yet intricate designs. The pieces
in the brand’s collection are handcrafted by women from Uganda ’s disadvantaged communities who’ve been trained in the craft of
jewelry-making. The raw materials that go into AKOLA
pieces are carefully selected from across the globe. Shop Neiman Marcus’
dazzling selection of AKOLA necklaces and bracelets.
❤ ALICE + OLIVIA – Its initial collection of low-rise, well-fit
pants in vibrant shades and prints made Alice + Olivia famous. Designer Stacey
Bendet expanded the line since then to include a full collection of pieces
cherished for their perfect fit and eye-catching flair. Website: https://www.aliceandolivia.com
❤ ALEXANDER MCQUEEN – Innovative, emotional, uncompromising – all
words that describe the romantic and provocative fashion of Alexander McQueen,
a brand which has become synonymous with modern British couture. Integral to
the Alexander McQueen culture is the juxtaposition between contrasting elements
fragility and strength, tradition and modernity, fluidity and severity. An
openly emotional and even passionate viewpoint is realized with a profound
respect and influence for the arts and crafts tradition. Designer Lee Alexander
McQueen founded his eponymous label in 1992 with avant-garde creations that
garnered rave reviews from critics and style icons. Today, its creative
director, Sarah Burton, is carrying the brand’s legacy, ahead with aplomb. Her
creations are contemporary and stylish and echo the subtlety of modern times.
Neiman Marcus offers an amazing collection of Alexander McQueen jewelry and accessories
collection including scarves, capes, among others. In 1992, the late Alexander
McQueen’s first collection was introduced, bringing a new view to the couture
world. His unique and opulent designs have since earned iconic standing. The
combination of contrasting elements of tradition and modernity, and fluidity
and severity are realized with an in-depth working knowledge of fine
workmanship and Italian manufacturing. Today, creative director Sarah Burton
continues the tradition of striking, finely tailored works of wearable art.
Website: https://www.alexandermcqueen.com/us
❤ ALEXIS BITTAR – Inspired by a box of antique jewelry he received
from his parents as an adolescent, Alexis Bittar embarked on a jewelry-making
career that emphasized intricate attention to detail. His bold pieces have
attracted the attention of acclaimed designers around the world (he has
collaborated with several well-known fashion houses on their own jewelry
collections) and his pieces cane be found in such museums as the Victoria &
Albert in London . Dubbed as one of the greatest jewelry designers of the 21st
century, Aleix Bittar is the face behind signature Lucite bangles and
semi-precious stone pieces. His brand creates jewelry that is innovative and
echoes the sentiments of the urban youth. Recipient of the CFDA Accessory
Designer of the Year in 2004, the designer creates products as aesthetically
sensible as possible with a strong focus on culture and era. Every piece of
Alexis Bittar jewelry has custom designed metalwork that houses precisely cut
stones, lending a distinctive touch that sets his designs apart. Choose from a
rich selection of Alexis Bittar earrings, necklaces, rings and more at Neiman
Marcus and make heads turn. Best known for our hand-crafted Lucite jewelry, our
bold and unique designs are the must-have statement making accessory each season.
Alexis Bittar is the eponymous name of the jewelry brand founded by 2010 CFDA Accessory
Designer of the Year, Alexis Bittar. Best known for hand-carved Lucite Bangles,
our elegant, yet bold creations have been sought after since their discovery in
1992 by Dawn Mello, Bergdorf Goodman’s then fashion director. The care that goes
into creating every necklace, bracelet, ring and earring reflects our belief that
the pieces are to be viewed as collectible, modern heirlooms that will stand the
test of time and trends. While undeniably luxurious, with many designs featuring
semi-precious stones, we feel our work should be accessible, unique and attainable.
Luxury in this case is in the design details, the quality of materials, and ultimately
the way the pieces are cherished and worn. Our brand was born in Brooklyn and that’s
where we’re based to this day. Alexis Bittar bought his first bock of Lucite in
1990 and holed up in his apartment to figure out how to carve it into the jewelry
vision he had. Now over 25 years later, that original vision of handcrafted jewelry
is still a core pillar of our brand and reinforced by our factory in industry city,
Brooklyn where all our Lucite styles are handcrafted on site. Website: https://www.alexisbittar.com
❤ ANDREOLI FINE ITALIAN JEWELRY – Andreoli fine jewelry is
conceived, designed and meticulously crafted at its factory headquarters in
Valenza, Italy – a global fine jewelry center and a city that carries on
Italy’s centuries-old tradition of opulence and consummate style. The company now
calls New York City home, operating from its Rockefeller Center headquarters, a stone’s throw from the industry-renowned Diamond
District. Andreoli is praised for its bold designs and thorough craftsmanship –
both marks of its proud Italian heritage and American sensibility. The Andreoli
journey commenced in Italy in 1945, when the Hadjibay family began to amass loose precious
gems, setting themselves apart as a leading purveyor in the region. The
Andreoli name became known across Europe for vibrantly colored, top quality gems. By 1975, patriarch Jack
Hadjibay – the descendant of generations of gem dealers evolved the company’s
focus to intricate fine jewelry. Their pieces would go on to be commissioned by
royalty around the world. Today, that legacy continues. Andreoli blends
diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and sapphires with unusual and eclectic stones like
pearls, coral and turquoise to yield dazzling, unique pieces. The team at
Andreoli, under the direction of head jeweler Caroline Hadijbay, holds luxury
as the core tenet of the brand. While Caroline leads the effort to expand the
company’s U.S. presence, Jack remains the design and innovation backbone. They
constantly seek fresh inspiration techniques, materials and motifs, using
eye-catching enamel, precious metals and semi-precious stones, in addition to
traditional gold and platinum settings, the house offers a limited selection of
pieces made with lightweight and durable titanium. Their masterful combination
of these materials, along with unmatched design elements, never fails to draw
eyes and make a statement. Website: www.andreoliusa.com/