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Brand News: Kira Garavelli Molina Dies; Doves Offers Amex Gift Cards; A New Face of Rahaminov; More January 07, 2014 (0 comments)
In Memoriam: Kira Garavelli Molina
Valenza, Italy--The Garavelli family sadly announces the passing of Kira Garavelli Molina, on December 30th in Valenza. She was the daughter of Aldo Garavelli and wife of Giancarlo Molina, whom she met at a very young age and married in 1964.
Kira and Giancarlo Molina had two children, Stefano and Elisabetta. In their life together, they turned business into a family affair, staying at the helm of their luxury jewelry company, Garavelli, for over 50 years. Daughter Elisabetta Molina describes Kira as a passionate and headstrong individual, who lived life on her terms. She will be greatly missed by many, including her four grandchildren, Ginevra, Lucrezia, Maya, and Thomas.
Doves Celebrates Anniversary With Amex Gift Cards
Great Neck, NY—To celebrate 35 years in business (1979-2014), Doves is giving a $35 American Express Gift Card with every appointment made to view the line at the Centurion show, with no minimum purchase required. To make an appointment, click here. For more information e-mail info@dovesjewelry.com or call (888) 66-DOVES. Follow Doves on Facebook and Pinterest.
Ford Model Launches The New Face Of Rahaminov Diamonds
Los Angeles, CA—Rahaminov Diamonds has announced its new advertising and marketing campaign, launching in January 2014. The ads will feature a blonde model adorned in an array of unique diamond creations by Tamara Rahaminov Goldfiner, and will debut in leading jewelry trade and select consumer lifestyle magazines nationwide.
The new print and digital ads were shot on location in Malibu, CA, by award-winning luxury lifestyle photographer, Geoffrey Ragatz, who expertly captures the emotion and independent spirit of the Rahaminov Woman.
“As the fresh, new face of Rahaminov Diamonds, our model embodies the successful, strong, and self-assured modern woman,” says Amir Goldfiner, CEO & President of Rahaminov Diamonds. This company’s new comprehensive marketing and advertising initiative, focused on the empowerment of women, not only provides fresh content and marketing materials to its retail partners, it also resonates with positive inspiration for all women. For more information, contact Eric Cygiel (800) 742-8864 or email eric@rahaminov.com.
Frederick Goldman’s “ArtCarved In Rome” Incentive Winner Announced
New York, NY—Frederick Goldman, Inc., manufacturer of the ArtCarved Bridal brand, has announced the grand prize winner of its “ArtCarved in Rome” Sales Associate Incentive Program.
Retail sales associate Lindsay Soquent of Lacrosse, WI, was announced as the grand prize winner of the national sales incentive program, and awarded a seven-day, six-night trip for two to Rome in the spring of 2014. Soquent has been selling ArtCarved Bridal rings for two years at Crescent Jewelers in Lacrosse. She is passionate about the ArtCarved Bridal collection, particularly the wide range of settings and styles in the assortment.
“I take pride in the fact that I can always find beautifully-mounted, quality ring styles to suit all customer tastes, says Soquent.
Sales associates at ArtCarved authorized dealers across the United States were automatically entered into the contest with each sale and warranty activated on rings from the ArtCarved Bridal collection. Each warranty activated during the given three-month entry period resulted in one entry into the contest. The winner was selected via a random drawing under the supervision of an independent judging organization.
Rainforest Design Launches New Website
Panama, Central America—Rainforest Design announces the launch of its new website, featuring hand-carved original cameo jewelry made in Panama by Wounaan tribal artisans.
The cameos are organic, carved from Queen's Helmet shell harvested in the nearby Caribbean waters. The local artists are self-trained indigenous tribesmen known for their artful creations. The core values at Rainforest Design support eco-friendly and sustainable practices in every aspect of their production.
The subject matter of the cameos themselves reflects the beauty all around the tropical rainforest in Panama. The carvers turn out delicate flora and fauna motifs native to the region. The various collections are finished in 950 fine silver or 18k gold.
"We are pleased to offer site visitors enhanced features, excellent product photography, and of course expanded background info on the Wounaan tribal culture. The new site also provides a convenient shopping experience for our customers," says Roslyn Zelenka, chief designer. Members of the trade may register and login to access wholesale pricing.
The brand recently was featured at an invitation-only trunk show at David Nygaard Jewelers, Virginia Beach, VA, and it will be exhibiting at the upcoming Tucson gem shows. For information, contact Roslyn Zelenka, at cameos@rainforestdesign.com.