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Margaret Rowe Vintage Couture Jewelry at Church Boutique in West Hollywood

2010-04-21T18:16:00.000-07:00

Renowned Post Pop Artist Bret Rowe Presents 'GAMEBOARDOM'

2010-04-09T13:51:00.000-07:00

Renowned Santa Monica-based artist Bret Rowe will unveil new work for his much-anticipated show ‘Gameboardom’ at an April 10, 2010 opening at the Tracy Park Gallery in Malibu. Rowe has been showing his work, a blend of silkscreen, text, oil enamel, acrylic and watercolor, at public and private showings since 1996. Collectors include Actor Jack Nicholson, Kid Rock, ‘Terminator 3’ Producer Nigel Sinclair, Guess? Jeans founder Georges Marciano. Rowe's art can be found in numerous private collections around the world.

Rowe’s work blends text with historical, cultural and political subjects, to yield thought-provoking, colorful narratives and compositions that speak the language of our times. Rowe has chosen self-created gameboards on religion, Hollywood, Hip-Hop, the economy and other subjects, as the delivery platform of choice for his new ‘Gameboardom’ series.

According to Collector Jake Kloberdanz, CEO ONEHOPE Foundation, " Bret speaks to society through his art. He manages to encompass the political climate of today's society and gently intertwine his talent as an artist to provide the art world with a consciousness. Bret shares his views and passion and strives to make a difference."

Rowe states, "The process for my new Gameboardom series was inspired by my love for the distressed look of vintage carnival posters -- alluring images in once saturated, brilliant colors that have been worn by the hands of time.” A sampling of Rowe’s 'Gameboardom' titles such as ‘HipHopera’, ‘Consumedussa’, ‘Staristocracy’ and ‘MasterPeace’ reflect narratives on hip-hop impresarios, the credit crunch, the Hollywood fame game and our need for world peace, respectively.

The 'Gameboardom’ show includes new originals from Rowe and framed cells from the series. Originals from Rowe’s past series will also be on display and available for sale.The public is invited to the opening from 7PM to 10PM. and the exhibit will run through May 10, 2010.

Tracy Park Gallery is located next to Robert De Niro's famed Nobu restaurant at The Malibu Country Mart, 3835 Cross Creek Road Malibu, 90265. The gallery will be open Sunday and Monday: Noon until 5:00 p.m and Tuesday - Saturday: 11:00-6:00 p.m. Tracy Park Gallery can be reached at 310.456.7505.

For further information on Bret Rowe or ‘Gameboardom’, please call 310-804-8056 or log onto www.bretrowe.com.

Going Green For Spring and Summer

2010-04-05T09:46:00.000-07:00

In 2010, going green means more than responsibly reducing your carbon footprint. There's a green color revolution in fashion and accessories - and, of course, that means jewelry, too. For spring and summer, green sundresses, tees, and sandals are must-haves for every stylish wardrobe and, at the same time, some treat-yourself green gemstone jewelry to complement.

Speaking of gold…since early last year, international trend forecasting expert Ellen Sideri has been anticipating the exciting renaissance of gold jewelry set with green gemstones. "Everything from light to dark greens," said the founder and president of ESP Trendlab in New York City. In early '09, Sideri noted, "They're starting to punctuate the market and, in 2010, they'll be very strong." Well, Sideri was spot-on, emphasizing that wearing green gemstone jewelry this year "is a way to wear luxury and not deprive yourself." Because, she said "even though some great greens can, admittedly, be rather pricey, other fabulous ones are really affordable. And, today, personal style is all about mixing quality product at the high, low, and middle. Look at Michelle Obama. The First Lady is a perfect example of how best to mix luxury and mass together and make it work beautifully. I especially like layering and stacking jewelry pieces," So, in 2010, she recommends, "Mix various shades of green gems together."

by Lorraine DePasque, American Gem Trade Association, ePrism

Opening Night Party of Artist Bret Rowe's 'GAMBOARDOM"

2010-04-04T17:54:00.000-07:00

Join us in Malibu Saturday, April 10th for the OPENING NIGHT PARTY of Bret Rowe's 'GAMEBOARDOM' art exhibit. Next to Robert De Niro's restaurant, Nobu, the gallery is located at 3835 Cross Creek Road, Malibu, California. Collector's of Bret's work include Actor Jack Nicholson, Georges Marciano, Founder of Guess?, Kid Rock and producer of Terminator 2 Niguel SInclair. Show runs through May 7, 2010.

Oscar Nominee's Wife in Margaret Rowe Jewelry

2010-03-18T19:07:00.000-07:00

The beautiful Mai-Lingh Lofgren at the Academy Awards in Margaret Rowe jewelry with her husband, Michael Stuhlbarg, leading actor in the Oscar-nominated film for Best Picture, "A Serious Man".

Oscar Winner "The Cove" Screenwriter's Wife in Margaret Rowe

2010-03-18T18:59:00.000-07:00

I was so pleased to receive photos today of the "The Cove" (Oscar Winning Film for Best Documentary Film) Screenwriter Mark Monroe and wife, Lisa Cole wearing Margaret Rowe earrings. The couple attended the Vanity Fair party afterwards.

2010-03-09T12:35:00.000-08:00

The handcrafted Vintage Couture Floral Metal Necklace/Ring by Margaret Rowe was featured on E! Academy Awards Fashion Pre-Show this past Sunday. E! showcased the new trend in jewelry - floral.

Academy Awards Jewely-"Runway to Red Carpet"

2010-03-07T23:30:00.000-08:00

It was a very busy week spending two days at the "Runway to the Red Carpet" VIP Stylezone private suite at the new W Hotel in Hollywood. The event was sponsored by Bliss Spa, Casa Noble Organic Tequila, Coca Cola and Big Sexy Hair. StyleshopUSA and Henri Meyers of EM Productions brought in press and the top celebrity stylists to choose wardrobe and jewelry by emerging luxury designers for their clients attending the Academy Awards and related parties given by InStyle, Vanity Fair, Elton John and Universal Pictures. I accessorized 13 celebrities with over 50 necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings - Including jewels for Emily Blunt, Dakota Fanning, Louise Roe of E! Style News, April Sutton of BET, the wives of Oscar Winnner "The Cove" Screenwriter and wife of Oscar nominee "A Serious Man" by the Coen Brothers, Tommi Rae Brown (wife of R&B Soul Singer James Brown), Actress and former Miss USA Finalist Kimmarie Johnson. It was the best Oscar Style Suite in Hollywood!

Oscar Style Suite at the W Hotel Hollywood

2010-03-04T23:50:00.000-08:00

Amazing style suite at the new W Hotel today into the evening in West Hollywood tonight! First class production by StyleshopUSA complete with red carpet, fashion show, cocktails, dj - all in a lounge-like suite at the smoking hot W! Visited with celebrity stylists that will be dressing Diana Ross, Jane Fonda, Joss Stone, Rod Stewart and a host of entertainment correspondents for the Oscars. Precious Film Party with Lenny Kravitz also took place at the Hotel.

Actress Izabella Miko in Margaret Rowe Vintage Couture

2010-02-20T21:07:00.000-08:00

Actress Izabella Miko, who stars in the upcoming blockbuster, Clash of the Titans with Liam Neeson and Ralph Fiennes was an amazing host last night at the launch of her website, EcoMiko. The event was held at Hollywood's new uber-hip restaurant, La Vida. Dressed to kill by celebrity stylist, Lindsay Albanese, Izabella wore a Steel Art Deco couture necklace and ring by Margaret Rowe.

Margaret Rowe Vintage Couture Featured on Golden Globe Pre-Show

2010-02-11T14:25:00.000-08:00

Jewelry by Margaret Rowe Vintage Couture was featured on the Golden Globe's live expert style commentary pre-show by Dick Clark Productions for NBC. The segment, "Everything But the Gown" highlighted the continuing trend of "statement jewelry" to be seen on the red carpert.

Japan's Grammy Awards Reporter Wears Margaret Rowe on the Red Carpet

2010-02-11T10:48:00.000-08:00

Yuka Komaki Itakura, a high profile Japanese reporter famous for conducting interviews on the red carpet at the Grammy Awards for the past eleven years wore a Margaret Rowe necklace, earrings and ring on the 2010 Grammy Awards red carpet. She wore a diamante link chain singing with vintage 1950's accents of a diamante encrusted natural charms. According to Yuka, "The necklace was absolutely stunning and was a magnet at the Grammy's. I was able to interview big artists like Black Eyed Peas, Carlos Santana, Ricky Martin, Elvis Costello and more. Everyone loved it."

Margaret Rowe Vintage Couture Lookbook 2010

2010-02-10T13:22:00.000-08:00

I am proud to announce the Margaret Rowe Vintage Couture Lookbook 2010 -- MargaretRowe Photobook Spring2010
The introduction reads: Much as the sensuality of a femme fatale melts hearts, Margaret Rowe’s one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted jewelry seduces couture-loving fashionistas worldwide. Rowe’s museum-quality artpieces have been featured in Women’s Wear Daily, National Jeweler, InStyle, Bride’s and has been shot for Vanity Fair. The Collection has been seen on Heidi Klum, Mariah Carey, Molly Sims and Jennifer Love-Hewitt.

Margaret Rowe Vintage Couture is currently shown at Los Angeles County Museum of Art
and has also been shown at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, Phoenix Art Museum and Santa Monica Museum of Art.

Spanning several decades of collecting, Rowe has amassed a vast collection of estate treasures from all continents, dating from the 1920s through the 1960s. Enthralled with the provenance and design excellence of these works of art, Rowe envisions a world where modernity and antiquity converge via the warm welcome of her designing hand. From this vision her collections are born.

Rowe’s one-of-a-kind, heirloom designs surpass seasonal trend, turn heads and capture the glamour days of Hollywood, all while radiating with the essence of a new kind of precious. Margaret Rowe Vintage Couture Jewelry. The NEW Precious.

Sacred Shopping: New Boutique Church Will Have Los Angeles Flocking to It

2010-02-07T20:14:00.000-08:00

New retail location for Margaret Rowe Vintage Couture. www.MargaretRowe.com (Below story from Vogue)
Regardless of religious differences—Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, Scientologist, or even atheist—fashion fanatics are flocking to Los Angeles’s newest church. Lindsay Lohan is a regular. The Church boutique, that is—a 5,000-square-foot Hollywood sanctuary dedicated to the appreciation of art, fashion, design, and luxury. The brainchild of Rodney Burns and David Malvaney each with a background in wardrobe styling and retail, including separate stints at L.A.’s überposh Maxfield boutique, Church offers an alternative to the exclusive vibe of the pair’s former stomping ground: “The whole idea of Church is about community and bringing together artisans and artists,” says Rodney. Local designers are the gods of this establishment.

Church, 7277 Santa Monica Boulevard, Hollywood.
For appointments, call (323) 876-8887.

—Jessica Kantor

2010 Margaret Rowe Vintage Bridal Collection Featured in Bridal Guide

2010-02-05T11:04:00.000-08:00

With the launch of my 2010 Vintage Couture Bridal Jewelry Collection, www.MargaretRowe.com, I have been featured in the 2010 January/February and November/December 2009 issues of the national bridal publication Bridal Guide.My handcrafted, one-of-a-kind heirloom collection has been a favorite of brides and wedding editors ever since I launched the line in 2002. I have accessorized bridal parties throughout the country and beyond. Many couples get engaged on Valentine's Day, so February is the perfect time for my launch of my newest collection. The new bridal collection features gemstones of crystal quartz, pearls, diamante, original vintage elements with silver and gold metals in asymmetrical designs. The Collection includes bridal artpieces of necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings, hairpieces and cufflinks.

Golden Globe Press Coverage

2010-01-20T15:01:00.000-08:00

The Red Carpet Award Season is in full-swing here in Los Angeles. Margaret Rowe Vintage Couture rings and earrings were featured by Maria Menounos on Access Hollywood. She wore the jewelry while trying on Romona Keveza evening gowns. Maria loved the two-finger vintage floral rings so much that she purchased the Vintage Golden Black Leaf Ring.

Miss Malibu 2010 in Margaret Rowe Vintage Couture Earrings

2010-01-14T01:12:00.001-08:00

Miss Malibu 2010 Bianca Peters seen at the Miss California USA Pageant in Margaret Rowe Vintage Couture Earrings.

Paris Hilton Hosts Petro Zillia Holiday Event

2010-01-02T23:45:00.000-08:00

I loved meeting the designer of Petro Zillia, Nony Tochterman, at her boutique located on West 3rd Street in Los Angeles. Renowned for her pink hair, Nony is a wonderfully friendly and exceptional designer who has been designing apparel for years. It was a great pleasure to be welcomed into her boutique. The event was hosted by Paris and Nicky Hilton who she has been collaborating with for years.

Leona Lewis Selects Margaret Rowe Jewelry for AMA's

2009-11-22T15:52:00.000-08:00

It was exciting to help the stylists of Leona Lewis select jewelry for her special night tonight at the American Music Awards. They requested a vintage couture ring and vintage diamante clip earrings from my collection. Leona was discovered by Simon Cowell, has an incredible singing voice and is a presenter tonight at the AMA's

Natalia Romano Runway Show with Margaret Rowe Vintage Couture

2009-11-18T23:49:00.000-08:00

Up and coming fashion designer, Natalie Hara of Natalia Romano, had a Morocco-inspired runway show at the O Hotel in downtown Los Angeles. Models wore vintage couture rings of my design.

Brittania Awards Show Hostess Wears Margaret Rowe

2009-11-11T01:04:00.000-08:00

The British Academy of Film and Television Art/Los Angeles 2009 Britannia Awards honoring Robert De Niro, Danny Boyle, Emily Blunt, Colin Firth and Kirk Douglas was held last week here in LA. The awards show hostess, Judi Shekoni, wore bracelets of my design to accent her stunning gown.

2009-10-25T14:51:00.000-07:00

I had a wonderful time during my show at the Beverly Hills Luxe Hotel this week. Enjoying visiting with Lindsay Albanese, wardrobe stylist for Access Hollywood dressing Maria Menounos, Nancy O'Dell and a host of other Hollywood personalities. Also enjoyed meeting stylist Sam Russell and Nickelus Faulkner of Dolce and Gabbana and stylist for Lady Gaga. He choose pieces that he is sure she will love! Looking forward to another trunk show in December - at my studio in Santa Monica.

Exclusive Invitation to Trunk Show, Luxe Hotel Beverly Hills, 10/22

2009-10-16T18:20:00.000-07:00

Vintage Valentino at Downtown LA Fashion Week

2009-10-16T17:56:00.000-07:00

A great evening at the MOCA, Geffen Museum of Contemporary Art, in downtown LA as a wrap for this weeks fashion events. Had a wonderful time with many of LA's fashion elite including Louis Barajas, the founder of the international fashion magazine, Flaunt. The new issues has a topless Naomi Campbell, distributed for exclusive markets.