The JADE thread!

[designergoods]

Designer, I went to a jade show at Neiman Marcus, one of the stores at our local Mall and can you believe the jade bangles were selling for $70,000 $80,000 and even $90,000. These pieces were being sold by a jade artist named David Lin. I was shocked that they were so expensive. Was fun to see. Next time Mr. Lin has a jade show at Neiman Marcus I will try to take pictures of the bangles to share with you. So gorgeous.

wooohooo! you ladies are killing it with the lavender! such gorgeous beauties.

Silver Mom, when you say jade at Neiman Marcus, I picture things like this..... I adore poking around NM when I'm on Oahu... Ala Moana is huge now! Were they letting folks try on things at the trunk show? Did anything come home with you?

http://www.katybriscoe.com/products/single/B-1202-Carved-Lavender-Jade-Diamond-Bangle
http://www.katybriscoe.com/products/single/D-1265-11838-Carved-Lavender-Jade-Diamond-Pendant
http://www.katybriscoe.com/products...ved-Blue-Jade-Blue-Tourmaline-Diamond-Pendant
http://www.katybriscoe.com/products...-Blue-Burmese-Jade-Violet-Spinel-Diamond-Ring
http://www.katybriscoe.com/products/single/R-1337-9876-Carved-Jade-FuDog-Ring

Wow those are jaw dropping prices! Considering the pricing of Jade, I would think the pieces would exhibit excellent color, clarity (near glassy) and cut. No matter, it would be fun to see all of the designs mixed with other elements like gold and diamonds (of course).
The Katy and David designs are one of a kind and gorgeous! I could definitely enjoy playing "dress up" with any one of them

 

[Silver Mom]

Wow those are jaw dropping prices! Considering the pricing of Jade, I would think the pieces would exhibit excellent color, clarity (near glassy) and cut. No matter, it would be fun to see all of the designs mixed with other elements like gold and diamonds (of course).
The Katy and David designs are one of a kind and gorgeous! I could definitely enjoy playing "dress up" with any one of them

The colors were nice but they were not exceptionally glassy. When I talked to Mr. Lin he said the prices were such because of their color. They were not opaque though. The designs were really pretty. He had three showcases of pieces. Really fun to look at.

 

[Starry*Sky]

Y'know... that's a good question that I'm not sure of the answer... I'm a lot less picky about diameter size when I stumble across carved bangles that catch my eye. This one is the widest one.. it's about 25-26mm wide, and has an interior diameter of about 60-61mm. A good fit for me is between 50-53mm, and my widest aside from this one is 51mm D shape at 16mm width.... on a good day I can wiggle it off without lotion, but much easier with... so this carved black one is super easy on/off for me even though it is wide.

Wow, that's a big difference...so if you can fit a 50 and the wide is approx 60 mm...but of course as you said, it's super easy off and on.
I've been thinking about getting a wide bangle, even though it seems my favorites are usually smaller ones. The smaller ones (narrower, lighter) stay up on my arm better when I need to push them up.
I've heard that the wider ones are more comfortable than the thinner ones. Do you find that true?

 

[designergoods]

It's interesting to see different jewelers designs and how they incorporate jade into their finished piece. I am sure there are many middle men including the designer that drives up the final price. Plus having the benefit of purchasing through a retailer. It makes me think of where to put the investment.

Would you jadies want to put funds toward a designer/jewelers jade finished piece where it's possibly incorporated with other elements like pearls, gold or diamonds OR rather put all funds into a 100% jade piece (bangle, pendant, ring etc) where it's still one of a kind because it's jade but without all the extra elements nor the convenience of buying from a retail store?

 

[Silver Mom]

It's interesting to see different jewelers designs and how they incorporate jade into their finished piece. I am sure there are many middle men including the designer that drives up the final price. Plus having the benefit of purchasing through a retailer. It makes me think of where to put the investment.

Would you jadies want to put funds toward a designer/jewelers jade finished piece where it's possibly incorporated with other elements like pearls, gold or diamonds OR rather put all funds into a 100% jade piece (bangle, pendant, ring etc) where it's still one of a kind because it's jade but without all the extra elements nor the convenience of buying from a retail store?

Designer, I do not like to go to designers because of the inflated costs. Rather I would prefer to design a piece myself and have my jeweler make it up for me at a more reasonable cost and that way I still have a one of a kind piece. I also always like to compliment my jade pieces with a bit of diamonds because I think they go well together without competing with each other. I also feel that I know exactly what kind of metal and size of diamonds go into the piece. What about you what do you prefer?

 

[Starry*Sky]

I'm wearing my blacks today, too, 2BJM!
View attachment 3644723View attachment 3644724

Love your blacks. It makes me even more excited for my black bangle to arrive. It seems that lately anything I buy from China is getting stuck in customs or something, so I'm trying to be patient since it'll probably be a couple of weeks still.

wanted to share a picture of the silver and malachite bracelet I'm wearing with my jade these days. Love both of them together ☺

That malachite bracelet is a beauty! They really set each other off nicely.



Silver Mom, your yellow and lavenders are so scrumptious. How lucky you are to be able to go and see lovely jades in person. I haven't seen much jade in person except for what I've bought!!! lol

Gogo, congrats on your new lovely bangle. You are so lucky too, that you can just go and look at, try on and purchase jade. No jade for sale where I live, or at least I haven't found any.

Designer Goods, that pink lavender is a real beauty.

 

[designergoods]

Designer, I do not like to go to designers because of the inflated costs. Rather I would prefer to design a piece myself and have my jeweler make it up for me at a more reasonable cost and that way I still have a one of a kind piece. I also always like to compliment my jade pieces with a bit of diamonds because I think they go well together without competing with each other. I also feel that I know exactly what kind of metal and size of diamonds go into the piece. What about you what do you prefer?

Thank you for sharing SM! I think I would rather have all my funds go just into the jade stone itself. However, I would have to agree with you that if I wanted to "add" any elements to it, I would like to work with a jeweler, like how you do with yours. You have designed some fabulous pieces!... so when the time comes, I hope you don't mind but will seek you for advice
..Have to edit, if I did come across a designer jade piece that took my breath away, I would consider. Only if within budget!

 

[designergoods]

Love your blacks. It makes me even more excited for my black bangle to arrive. It seems that lately anything I buy from China is getting stuck in customs or something, so I'm trying to be patient since it'll probably be a couple of weeks still.




That malachite bracelet is a beauty! They really set each other off nicely.



Silver Mom, your yellow and lavenders are so scrumptious. How lucky you are to be able to go and see lovely jades in person. I haven't seen much jade in person except for what I've bought!!! lol

Gogo, congrats on your new lovely bangle. You are so lucky too, that you can just go and look at, try on and purchase jade. No jade for sale where I live, or at least I haven't found any.

Designer Goods, that pink lavender is a real beauty.

Thank you SS! What jade have you been wearing?

 

[Silver Mom]

Thank you for sharing SM! I think I would rather have all my funds go just into the jade stone itself. However, I would have to agree with you that if I wanted to "add" any elements to it, I would like to work with a jeweler, like how you do with yours. You have designed some fabulous pieces!... so when the time comes, I hope you don't mind but will seek you for advice
..Have to edit, if I did come across a designer jade piece that took my breath away, I would consider. Only if within budget!

Anytime. Please do. LOL If I saw something that I had to have I guess I would too.
P.S. Here are a few more pieces of David Lin's that I found online in case anyone is interested. Very pretty but very expensive.

 

[Junkenpo]

Yes they were letting us try on things but I didn't because the prices were out of this world CRAZY!!!!!! LOL These pieces from katy Briscoe are GORGEOUS! David Lin's pieces looked kinda like these too. He had so many pieces. The next time I get an invitation to go to his trunk show I will let you know. The invitation is for a cocktail hour and you can view his pieces. These pictures are pieces of David Lin's jades. Though beautiful, the prices were out of this world. Next time you should come down and we can meet at the trunk show. Would be fun.

I don't even remember how i found the katy briscoe site, I think I followed some link through pinterest. haha... I would love to see a trunk show with you for a jade designer at NM, And if she's in town, you can intro me to your jeweler, too!

Wow, that's a big difference...so if you can fit a 50 and the wide is approx 60 mm...but of course as you said, it's super easy off and on.
I've been thinking about getting a wide bangle, even though it seems my favorites are usually smaller ones. The smaller ones (narrower, lighter) stay up on my arm better when I need to push them up.
I've heard that the wider ones are more comfortable than the thinner ones. Do you find that true?

Haha, yeah.. I'm short and I have small wrists. I do find the carved black very comfortable to wear, though I have to be careful about her slipping off my hand. . Same with the Big Jade. The Big Jade has an inner diameter of about 72mm.... so big! But the carving and color sang to me. I can push him up over my elbow! The narrower bangles are usually lighter, unless it is a princess round. Those will rock on the wrist, I find it comforting, but if you have less padding or nerve damage, it can be less comforatble. This can be why some prefer D shapes.

Would you jadies want to put funds toward a designer/jewelers jade finished piece where it's possibly incorporated with other elements like pearls, gold or diamonds OR rather put all funds into a 100% jade piece (bangle, pendant, ring etc) where it's still one of a kind because it's jade but without all the extra elements nor the convenience of buying from a retail store?

That's a tough question! It depends on the piece. I love 100% jade pieces, but I have dropped $$ on luxe jewelry for the design/brand even though I know the mark-up is ridiculous for the amount & quality of stone/gold. This is how I feel about my vintage Ming's pieces and my VCA, and why part of me really wants a jade/gold piece from T&Co. However, it is a trade off... for the $$$ you spend on designer, you can get an awesome piece of jade. I don't really trust myself to come up with a design, and I don't have the patience to source gold/diamonds/jeweler, so I tend to go with pre-made pieces or 100% jade.

 

[Starry*Sky]

Thank you SS! What jade have you been wearing?

The past few days I've been wearing Wintergreen, one of my faves. ❤️ Today is a rainy and gloomy day so it really brings out the greens. On bright sunshiny days, the light green background can look almost snowy white, which I think is so pretty!

*Edit: Sorry this pic is so big! I'm not sure how to change it so it's a better size.

 

[Junkenpo]

And here's The Big Jade. This one will go to DS.

 

[designergoods]

Back to how lavender changes colors so frequent. Here are examples of how mine frequently changes color dependent on lighting. You can see pink, blue and lavender hues all in one bangle!

 

[2boys_jademommy]

Back to how lavender changes colors so frequent. Here are examples of how mine frequently changes color dependent on lighting. You can see pink, blue and lavender hues all in one bangle!
View attachment 3648024

Amazing isn't it DG Which is your favourite hue? I love how it looks in the first picture - bluish ice but they are all so pretty in their own way.

 

[designergoods]

I don't even remember how i found the katy briscoe site, I think I followed some link through pinterest. haha... I would love to see a trunk show with you for a jade designer at NM, And if she's in town, you can intro me to your jeweler, too!

That's a tough question! It depends on the piece. I love 100% jade pieces, but I have dropped $$ on luxe jewelry for the design/brand even though I know the mark-up is ridiculous for the amount & quality of stone/gold. This is how I feel about my vintage Ming's pieces and my VCA, and why part of me really wants a jade/gold piece from T&Co. However, it is a trade off... for the $$$ you spend on designer, you can get an awesome piece of jade. I don't really trust myself to come up with a design, and I don't have the patience to source gold/diamonds/jeweler, so I tend to go with pre-made pieces or 100% jade.

I totally understand. Not everyone has access to a good jeweler too and it can be a challenge to come up with the perfect design. I forgot that I have dropped some funds into designer pieces as well, having Mings myself! I am all about the pre-made for now too but at least we have SM so we can get inspiration off her unique designs!
...love Big Jade - beautiful color and looks moist!

View attachment 3647987

The past few days I've been wearing Wintergreen, one of my faves. ❤️ Today is a rainy and gloomy day so it really brings out the greens. On bright sunshiny days, the light green background can look almost snowy white, which I think is so pretty!

*Edit: Sorry this pic is so big! I'm not sure how to change it so it's a better size.

Wow, Wintergreen is so refreshing! Sounds cool how her color tones change... looks really pretty on you!

Amazing isn't it DG Which is your favourite hue? I love how it looks in the first picture - bluish ice but they are all so pretty in their own way.

Thank you JM she does have a semi-icy type of texture. I think my favorite is the pink hue and how she looks when light travels through her (will try to find a pic of it). They are all kind of cool but when I find a nice shade I just stand there and dont move for a while to admire it. Does that sound weird lol