Etienne Perret @ The Couture Show. Las Vegas

  

As much as Etienne loves to spend his summer months at home in the scenic coastal village of Camden, Maine, June is around the corner and Las Vegas Jewelry Week beckons.

After many years exhibiting at JCK, Etienne Perret is making his designer debut at Las Vegas' prestigious Couture jewelry show. Booth # 435. This is an industry event, open to registered retail stores and members of the trade.



The Couture Show is America's definitive annual event for upscale retailers, designers, and manufacturers of fine jewelry and timepieces. Set in the magnificent Wynn Las Vegas, Couture attracts luxury retailers from around the globe who are shopping for the most exquisite and unique designs. Moving into its 16th year, Couture continues to be the benchmark for the industry standard for excellence, featuring designs from top international brands as well as the industry's rising stars.

We are excited to be part of this very special event and sure that Etienne's Ceramique gem ceramic and colored diamond designs will be one of the hottest new collections on the floor!

Ceramique utilizes the same ultra-durable, gem quality zirconia ceramic material used in Rado & Chanel watches, Kyocera chef knives, dental implants, hip joints & spaceship panels.  

Stylish, unique, more affordable & environmentally friendly, gem ceramic is the perfect alternative to precious metals for the design of fine jewelry.  

Etienne's Ceramique ring, bracelet, pendant and earring designs can be inlaid with 18kt gold or platinum and set with diamonds in any color of the rainbow, as well as pearls. Long known for creating the finest colored diamond bridal jewelry in 18kt gold & platinum, Etienne's trademark style has transitioned over flawlessly to this exceptional new line of designer jewelry.

With a diverse range of bridal & fashion ring styles, available with or without diamonds, in black, white, gray, pink, green, chocolate or blue ceramic, with widths from 2mm-20mm, there's unlimited potential for custom design to suit every client's needs.

 

Etienne Perret: Colored Diamond Designer of the Year

   
We are very excited that Etienne Perret has been named the 2011 Colored Diamond Jewelry Designer of the Year, by JQ Magazine and JQIntl.com. He won first place in the "Best in Color Diamond" category of their annual "Retailers' Choice Awards!

While it was a surprise, since the field of competition included a host of ultra-wealthy multi-generational natural color diamond jewelers, Etienne is certainly the designer for the job! One design that was influential in Etienne's nomination is his stunning new natural color orange diamond Starlight Ceramique ring.

Win a Trip To Visit Etienne Perret in Camden Maine

  

Camden is a gorgeous little town along the midcoast of Maine. Full of great activities for people of all interests in summer and fall.

If you need an excuse to get up to Camden and visit Etienne for a personal tour of his jewelry gallery and workshop, this is a great one!

Check out the full article on the Maine Travel Maven blog......and if you don't win, come anyway!

 

Trends & Colours Can Help But Love Gem Ceramic

  
Trends and Colours magazine is a widely circulated and respected jewelry magazine and seasonal trend look-book. Thousands of well know retailers consider what's within its pages before deciding what "must have" collections to pick for the season. That's exactly why we are pleased to see that they featured Etienne's Gem Ceramic designs in both the "black" and "white" sections!

We could hardly have asked for more than to have two of Etienne's new Gem Ceramic and colored diamond designs featured in the latest spring issue. But there's no denying that this sweet new collection can rock both black and white ends of the color spectrum--not to mention most every color in between!
 

Etienne Perret Gem Ceramic Giveaway

Bloggers and online journalists play such an important and often understated role in the publicity machine that promotes and thereby sells designer products. Every time a writer has the good sense to track down Etienne's designs and share them with their readers, we are happy to go out of the way in assisting their cause.

It was one of these chance discoveries that led our new friend, the editor of the That's What She Said blog to Etienne's work and we couldn't be happier with the results. "That's What She Said" is a neat blog covering topics of interest and products for mothers and all women for that matter...No better place to feature Etienne's designs!

One cool thing that the That's What She Said blog does is offer giveaways for the products they review, so when asked to donate something for a lucky reader, Etienne was enthusiastic to offer one of his stylish new Gem Ceramic rings. Check out the website to learn more about how that lucky winner could be you!

It's Never To Late To Share Your Love

   
Fox may not be Etienne's news provider of choice, but we had to smile when we came across their heart warming story of a loving couple who finally got the chance to symbolize their love with an engagement ring after 65 years of marriage.

Just remember, at certain times in life there are very few things more special than a renewal of your marital vows and it's NEVER too late for a ring upgrade! Consider an Etienne Perret design to signify your love, be it freshly blossoming or 50 years in the making!

 

Etienne Shares His Admiration For German Designer Friedrich Becker

 
The Manufacturing Jewelers & Suppliers of America (MJSA), is a great organization and an important resource to so many of America's top jewelers. MJSA puts out an educational print Journal full of extremely valuable trade tips and recently asked Etienne to share his input.

They asked Etienne want is the coolest thing in his vault and instead of using the chance for self-promotion, he pulled a classic Etienne and shared some honest insight into what has inspired him as a jewelry designer, by explaining the story of a stunning gold & tourmaline sphere ring by famous German designer Friedrich Becker.

  

Etienne Perret's Colored Diamond Designs Shine In Niche Jewelry Award Finals

 
Etienne may be a regular on the international jewelry awards circuit, but that doesn't leave him any less proud of his latest recognition--Earning a finals spot in two different divisions of the prestigious NICHE Awards!

Sponsored by NICHE magazine, the NICHE Awards program began in 1989 to celebrate excellence and innovation in American and Canadian fine craft. Artists are recognized in professional and student divisions. The competition received a total of 267 entries spread over eight jewelry categories.

Etienne's dramatic orange colored diamond black Gem Ceramic Maxine wedding/engagement ring combo is one of only four finalists in the Wedding Jewelry category.

Equally exciting is Etienne's colored diamond Gem Ceramic Rainbow Bangle bracelet, that made it into the finals in the Fine Jewelry division, and is sure to face some tight competition amidst the four other top entries, including Erik Stewart's Fluted platinum diamond and sapphire ring.

The winners will be announced at the NICHE Awards night in February. Stay tuned to find out if Etienne's designs beat out the competition!
 

Jewelry Designer Etienne Perret: An Active Member Of The Mid-Coast Maine Community

 
Can you believe that Etienne doesn't spend every waking moment thinking about jewelry?! Actually, he's an extremely active member of his Mid-coast Maine community.

As a long time member of the Chamber of Commerce, retired volunteer firefighter, and member (past president) of the local Rotary club, Etienne finds the time to be part of so many community organizations that really make a difference...

This week he was busy selling Christmas trees to locals during West Bay Rotary of Camden's 23rd annual Christmas Tree Sale! All profits are donated to Camden area charities and local town assistance funds. Rotary is truly a wonderful organization. If you're not already familiar, please take the time to learn more about the Rotary clubs in your area and the generous projects they are involved in. You may well find something you think is worth supporting!

Thanks to VillageSoup.com for covering this story and their great content, day in and day out! Have a happy holiday, and if you're still without a Christmas tree, now you now where to get one!
 

Etienne Perret Designs For Charity

   
Every year Etienne donates a number of his designs for auctions to support a variety of causes. This stunning Gem Ceramic Philippine golden pearl fashion ring was donated for the Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show auction.

All proceeds will support the purchase works of art and craft for the permanent collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, to fund conservation and publication projects, and to support exhibitions and education programs.



Cheers to the lucky auction winner who acquired this ring at only half of its retail value! We hope she cherishes it, wears it often, shares it with her friends and appreciates the cause to which the proceeds went!

Stay up to date with Etienne Perret's latest events on Facebook, to make sure you have the opportunity to participate in Etienne's next charity auction, for the chance to acquire one of his gorgeous designs at a discount price!
 

Etienne Perret Joins Farlang: The Consumer's Jewelry Resource

   
Etienne Perret has recently become a member designer at Farlang.com--a great new consumer targeted online jewelry resource. It is a wonderful place for regular people to learn more about the wonderful world of jewelry, gemstones, and the finest designers from around the world.

With development in full swing, Farlang is already leaving its competition in the dust by utilizing more online resources and social media sites than any other online jewelry website in its approach towards a broad-based educational experience for jewelry lovers world wide. It's not just about selling jewelry, it's a community developed around the goal of connecting with, understanding and educating the consumer all in one stop.

Like I said, Farlang is passionate about the idea of utilizing social media to its full potential, and that includes sharing valuable jewelry information with the general public through Scrib'd. One of Etienne's educational newsletters covering color enhanced natural diamonds and their numerous fine qualities was recently featured on Farlang's Scrib'd page--check it out!

Visit Etienne's Farlang member profile!
          

Etienne Perret Necklace To Be Auctioned For Charity

       
As an active member of Rotary International and the Chamber of Commerce, Etienne has always felt strongly about playing a part in his local community of Camden, Maine and beyond. When not busy working on International aid projects for Rotary, he often accept invitations to donate his jewelry to charity auctions for a variety of causes. Sometimes these are large-scale foundations, but more often than not, they are organizations targeting Maine's Mid-coast region, such as Broadreach Family & Community Services.

Below quoted from Knox County Village Soup:

The Fabulous Food of the Midcoast event will take place on October 7th at the Point Lookout Conference Center in Northport.  Twenty or more local restaurants, caterers and other purveyors of fine foods and wine will be offering samples of their specialties in support of a fundraising event for Broadreach Family & Community Services. A $25 ticket allows entrance and sampling of the food offerings...

Cultured pearls with 14 kt gold rings on a fine gold chain necklace, donated by jeweler Etienne Perret of Camden

All proceeds from the event will be used in support of programs serving residents from Winterport to Waldoboro. Broadreach Family & Community Services is a 501 (c) (3) agency that has been providing mental health and educational services to meet the needs of the children and families of mid-coast Maine since 1983.  Broadreach delivers programs through the following five service areas: Mental and Behavioral Services; Early Education and Intervention Services; Prevention Services; Youth Services and; Adult and Family Literacy Services. More information can be found on the Broadreach website at  www.brmaine.org or call 338-2200 ext 109 for ticket information.

        

Etienne Perret Gem Ceramic on The Daily Jewel

        
There are quite a few self-proclaimed jewelry experts out there, some of whom don't know a thing about fine jewelry. But a few are legit, and out of the handful of truly experienced and knowledgeable jewelry authorities, one stands out for consistently sleuthing out some of the coolest jewelry designs for the benefit of her loyal followers.

Robyn Hawk, editor of The Daily Jewel and A Fly On The Wall: Family of Blogs, is a master in her field, and has no lack of good taste when it comes to hunting down the coolest new fine jewelry designs. Robyn recently went one step beyond her offering her customary "Daily Jewel" when she gave praise to a wide selection of Etienne's Gem Ceramic and colored diamond designs!


Below copied directly from The Daily Jewel:

    

Ask Miss A About the I. Gorman Jewelers Ultimate Ring Event

     
I. Gorman Jewelers Ultimate Ring Event, Fall 2010, is coming your way this weekend, and it's creating quite a buzz around the Capitol, amongst the fashion forward and romantic couples alike!

Etienne's stunning colored diamond engagement, wedding and commitment rings will be out in force. Don't miss your chance to meet with Etienne personally to custom design the ring of your dreams!

One of our favorite fashion bloggers, Andrea Rodgers of AskMissA, is one of many who'll be darned if they miss the opportunity to see Washington DC's finest collection of Bridal Jewelry!...See you there...

Below quoted directly from AskMissA.com:

 

  

Etienne Perret at I. Gorman Jewelers Ultimate Ring Event, Fall 2010

Etienne is thoroughly excited to once again be showing at I. Gorman Jewelers Ultimate Ring Event this weekend! Come and see the Capitol area's best selection of Bridal Jewelry and enjoy 10% discounts on all purchases from participating designers!

     

A Sparkling Innovation: Etienne Perret Gem Ceramic on Robb Report

           
Any type of editorial coverage is welcomed by us, but sometimes we hit the jackpot. When you are developing a line of jewelry as spectacular as Etienne's Gem Ceramic collection, I suppose it isn't a big surprise that influential critics will fall in love with your work. Recently Jill Newman, senior style editor of Robb Report, came across Etienne's designs and couldn't help but feature them at RobbReport.com!

As a fine jewelry designer, if you ask yourself what's better than getting free, front page editorial coverage from a top notch luxury publication like Robb Report? The inevitable answer is...well, almost nothing!

That appreciation shined through in Etienne's initial reaction to finding out his Gem Ceramic design had been featured in the nations top luxury publication. 

"I have been contemplating how I can create beautiful jewelry in gem quality ceramic ever since the first ceramic Rado watches came out...It feels great when a vision that has taken over two decades to come full circle finally starts getting the recognition it deserves. Thank you Robb Report for sharing my designs and my passion with the upscale consumer market!"

                                                        -Etienne Perret-
 

Etienne Perret Colored Diamond Jewelry Exhibits at Niche: the Show, Las Vegas

  
While Etienne has exhibited at the JCK jewelry show in Las Vegas on many occasions in the past, this year he has decided to try his hand at something totally fresh!

Niche: the Show is a brand new event, making its debut at Bally's Las Vegas Convention Center, June 6-8. Etienne is excited to share his innovative new Gem Ceramic collection & colored diamond jewelry designs with you at booth # 2302.

  Niche will offer an exclusive
 collection of artists and
 designers presenting the
 finest handcrafted jewelry,
 glass, ceramic and wooden
 objects to retailers from
 across the globe. Presented 
 by the Buyers Market of
 American Craft, you can
 expect quality craftsmanship
 and exquisite design by the
 most talented artisans in the
 United States and Canada.

At the forefront of fine jewelry design for decades, Etienne Perret has once again found a way to breathe fresh air into the bridal jewelry world! Etienne's innovative new Gem Ceramic Bridal collection is the answer the market has been waiting for. Hi-tech ceramic as hard as sapphire--combining durability & style--is the perfect, affordable alternative to traditional precious metal designs. Inlaid with 18kt gold or set with diamonds in any color of the rainbow, Gem Ceramic is Stunning! Visit Etienne at booth #2302 & enter our iPad giveaway!

Please note that Niche: the Show is a wholesale event & only registered members the jewelry industry will be permitted. Make sure that you fit all the requirements before you consider visiting Etienne at this venue. If you do not, contact Etienne to arrange another opportunity to view his wonderful designs!
     

Etienne Perret Colored Diamond Jewelry & the Natural Color Diamond Association's iPad Giveaway!

   
It has taken decades--38 years to be exact--for Etienne to develop his vast portfolio of fine jewelry designs & seasoned wisdom of the jewelry industry. It is this experience that has given Etienne such a talent for creating timeless designs of unmatched beauty, as well as gaining the utmost respect amongst both his customers and fellow artisans.

As times change & traditional means of marketing become obsolete, we must look ahead and take advantage of the revolutionary new technologies that now offer us the chance to spread knowledge across the globe in the blink of an eye!

Etienne has embraced such opportunities & would like to share his Etienne Perret Colored Diamond Jewelry Facebook page with all of you! Packed with useful information, our page is regularly updated with new collections & upcoming events, as well as boasting the largest image database of Etienne's designs on the web!



If that's not enough to convince you to check out Etienne's page, consider this......We want you to be the winner of a new iPad!

Etienne has teamed up with the Natural Color Diamond Association to give away an iPad to one of our loyal fans. That's right, iPad's are all the rage and we have one with your name on it!

All you need to do to qualify  for the drawing is follow the links below and make sure you "like" both Etienne's & the NCDIA's FB pages!

Anybody who "likes" both Facebook pages will be automatically entered in the iPad drawing, to take place on June 20, 2010. The lucky winner will be announced on Facebook! Read more about this sweet opportunity on our blog!

If you're not yet familiar with it, "the Natural Color Diamond Association (NCDIA) is the world's leading authority on natural color diamonds. Dedicated to increasing awareness of color as a unique and valuable attribute in diamonds."

They are a wonderful resource for anyone interested in fine things and a great place to see some of the most spectacular natural color diamonds in the world!




   

Etienne Perret's Colored Diamond Engagement Designs Featured in Brides Magazine

   
It's always exciting when we get editorial coverage in major industry magazines and Brides is certainly no exception!

Etienne is proud to have a selection of his beautiful natural color and color enhanced natural diamond engagement ring designs featured in Brides magazine, January 2010 print edition. I guess this year Artsy is in and Etienne is in good company with the other designers represented, including Daniel K and Penny Preville.

Shown above are (above): Etienne's Olivia engagement ring with bright blue color enhanced natural diamond bezel set in platinum and 18kt yellow gold; (below): Etienne's Cindy engagement ring with natural color champagne in 18kt white gold.

But with this year's emphasis on colored gemstones, Etienne stands out amongst the crowd by being one of the few designers creating innovative and glamorous bridal jewelry featuring both natural color and color enhanced natural diamonds. Whether set in traditional precious metals or our hi-tech new Gem Ceramic, Etienne's colored diamond designs are on the cutting edge of fine bridal design.

Stick with natural color diamonds, or enjoy the best of both worlds by combining the intense colors of a sapphire or emerald with the brilliance and durability of a diamond, by choosing color enhanced natural diamonds. Etienne is at the forefront of this exciting new market, creating custom designed jewelry with diamonds in any color of the rainbow!