Lux Bond & Green features Pamela's "Sunburst Crush".

Lux Bond & Green in Westport Connecticut carries the Pamela Froman Fine Jewelry collection. They have featured her "Sunburst Crush" which is 18k and diamonds in their own Accent magazine. It even is in the website rotation. It is a beautiful piece and comes in 2 sizes and other colors, but the 
18k yellow gold is our favorite.

Happy Halloween from Pamela Froman Fine Jewelry!!

Actress Christine Marzano wearing Pamela's "Ice Princess Crush" Cuff!

Here is the beautiful Actress Christine Marzano in Pamela's "Ice Princess" Cuff for AGTA, it was featured in Instore Magazine this month!

Featured in Inside Weddings Jewelry Box - New & Notable Engagement Rings!

Pamela's unique yellow diamond "Ellie" engagement ring was featured in Inside Weddings magazine's Fall 2013 Jewelry Box section which focused on New & Notable Engagement Rings!  What makes this 18kw ring special is the non-traditional 2.06ct icy yellow diamond center, framed by a halo of sparkling gvs diamonds; the curvy "crushed" shank gives the ring a distinctly feminine feel.     

Idazzle's conversation with Pamela Froman

idazzle.com - an insider's guide to jewelryJewelry Designer Spotlight: A Conversation with Pamela Froman Fine Jewelry

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Pamela Froman is a jewelry designer with her own unapologetically distinctive style. Besides the astonishing gemstones Pamela features, her jewelry is instantly recognizable for its textured finish, which she brands as “Crushed”. The surface is so lush, it begs to be touched.

Pamela Froman Arabesque Ball pendant in 18kt gold.

Pamela has been winning design awards almost since she began designing. Her design aesthetic manages to straddle an old-world-master classic and hip edge, which sounds contradictory, until you see it. Scrolls, definitive and feminine at the same time, repeat and connect in her work. She has developed particular alloys for her gold, which is available in a rainbow of colors: yellow, rose, browns, even black. The gemstones–jaw-dropping–she has cut for her from larger rough that she chooses with deliberation.

Pamela Froman necklace with faceted Apatite beads and diamond centerpiece, with Boulder opal and Paraiba pendant that detaches.

The surface of the gold, or the occasional piece in platinum or palladium, employs a hand-hammering that goes beyond a purely surface treatment. When I touch it, I can almost FEEL the goldsmith and the labor and tools. With the satin finish, it makes a distinctive impression that reflects the effort and time to produce it.

Remember when I wore this Pamela Froman Boulder opal, Paraiba and diamond ring in 18kt gold to the Women’s Jewelry Association Gala? Still my favorite piece of Pamela’s!

I caught up with Pamela at a trunk show at Fox’s Gem Shop in Seattle, and had a chance to speak to her about what is new and fascinating in her fine jewelry world.

What are you most excited about lately with Pamela Froman Fine Jewelry?
I’ve been very excited about my new Boulder Opal pieces that debuted recently at the Couture Jewelry Show. I am planning to expand the Boulder Opal, Tanzanite, and Paraiba combinations. These “Caribbean Crush” earrings have been great, and I’m looking to expand the color spectrum on these, into different color stories. Of course, I need to find the gems first, but that’s always fun.

Pamela Froman Caribbean Crush earrings in Tanzanite and Paraiba tourmaline in 18kt gold.

All of your jewelry is made in the U.S., correct?
Yes, it’s all manufactured in Los Angeles, where I’m based.

Tell me about the Platinum Rutile collection, it’s kind of an incredible stone.
I buy all the clean rough my gemstone supplier has, then I have them cut for me. This is how I source a lot of my stones.

Pamela Froman ring with amazing platinum rutile center stone, diamonds, and 18kt gold.

I like the one with some brown in it.
Yes, I usually buy the really clean stones, but this one has the soft, beautiful brown in it that I thought worked for the finished piece.

Yes, I love stones with an internal dialogue! What’s next for you?
I need to figure out my entries into the AGTA Spectrum Awards and the [WJA] Diva Design Competition! Probably a Boulder Opal piece!
Pamela is as warm and approachable as the jewelry she eloquently designs. If you have the opportunity to meet her, make sure you do! You can see more of Pamela’s designs at the Contemporary Jewelry Design Group’s website at cjdgjewelers.org, or Like her Facebook page here.

To go to Idazzle directly:

http://idazzle.com/2013/09/16/jewelry-designer-spotlight-a-conversation-with-pamela-froman-fine-jewelry/

Fox's Gem Shop in Seattle Trunk Show

Come join us as we debut our collection in the beautiful city of Seattle at Fox's Gem Shop! Hope to see you there!

Our Weekend "Crush"

Our Weekend "Crush" comes from our "Caribbean Crush" Collection. This Ellie ring is 18k Yellow with Tanzanite and Paraiba Tourmalines. We think it is yummy!

It is available at at  Max's 3826 Grand Way, St. Louis Park, MN 55416
and Stylebymax.com 

Today's WWD Jewelry Article Features Convertible Pamela Froman Necklace!

Today's issue of WWD includes a fabulous article by Marcy Medina, titled "New Jewelry Design Focus: Versatility" which hi-lights innovative jewels that have been designed to be worn in a variety of ways, enhancing their wearability.  

Screen-shot of August 12, 2013 WWD article

Marcy interviewed Pamela for this article and included a bit of the history behind Pamela's "Mommy Earrings", which she designed when her son Hudson was a baby and needed earrings that he couldn't pull on (unlike the Headlight Hoops that are her go-to style.)  "Mommy Earrings" are essentially beautiful studs (either diamond-studded scrolls or bezel-set gemstones) with enhancers that can dress up the earring for a night out with Daddy.  In the article, Pamela explains the evolution of her versatile designs: "From there, I started doing necklaces with reversible, detachable pendants and offering a range of stones that women could collect." 

I've attached images of a few "Mommy Earring" styles and some of Pamela's versatile Leather Cord Necklaces with interchangeable gemstone or all-gold pendants.

18k Pink Scroll Sparkle Studs

Australian Matrix Opal "Mommy Earrings", 18k P/Y

18k White Pave Scroll Studs

Turquoise "Mommy Earrings", 18k W

18k White Scroll Sparkle Studs

Green Onyx "Mommy Earrings", 18k W

"Maltese Melange" Pendant (18k P/WG with Diamond center) on "Crushed Links & Leather" Cord with Diamond Charm

 

If you have a subscription to WWD, you can read the full article here.  If not, I've at least included a screen shot (at the top of this post) with a few highlights.  The necklace shown in the article is Pamela's 18ky "Hera's Crush" Boulder Opal & Paraiba Pendant on a convertible triple-strand necklace of faceted Apatite beads; this necklace has an 18ky and diamond center element with a hidden loop that folds down to hold a pendant/enhancer but can also be worn alone as a simpler style.  I've attached a larger image below, so you can get a better look at this gorgeous necklace.

"Hera's Crush" Pendant on convertible "Triple Scroll Crush" Apatite Beaded Necklace

Visit our newest retailer: Trendz in Stone Harbor, NJ!

We're excited to announce that the you can now find Pamela Froman Fine Jewelry at Trendz in Stone Harbor, NJ!  Here are a few of the fun and fabulous designs you will see there...

Pamela's signature "Crushed Headlight Hoops" in 18k yellow, 1.5" diameter  (also available in 18k white, 1.25" size)

Feel like a queen in Pamela's iconic "Cleopatra" Ring! (18k yellow gold & diamonds)

The sparkling "Sunburst Crush" Pendant on versatile "Links & Leather" Cord is perfect for summer! (18ky & diamonds)

Or add a pop of color to your outfit with a pair of natural gemstone earrings set in 18k gold with sparkling diamond accents!

Lapis Lazuli "Royal Cap" Earrings

 

Turquoise "Scroll Princess Cap" Earrings

faceted marquise Green Onyx "Scroll Cap" Earrings

Inside Weddings Magazine - Summer 2013 features one of Pamela's opal rings!

Stylist to the stars Anya Sarre writes the Celebrity Style section of Inside Weddings magazine, reporting on Hollywood's hottest wedding trends to inspire your own special day!  Drawing from the secret wedding of Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, the theme of this issue's article is Southern plantation style.  Anya suggests choosing a color palette of soft pastels, like the pretty pastel hues of Pamela's "Ombre Flower" cocktail ring, made of 18k pink and yellow gold with diamonds and a warm honey-tone Ethiopian Opal center.

4th of July Weekend Trunk Show in Telluride!

If you're celebrating the independence of our country by enjoying the freedom of a long weekend in beautiful Telluride, CO, you have the opportunity for a special treat: Pamela is there right now with her extensive collection of one-of-a-kind and limited edition fine jewelry designs!  She's there through the 7th, so do yourself a favor and stop by Dolce sometime this weekend to meet Pamela and see her fabulous creations in person. 

National Jeweler Fashion Report: Couture-Pamela Froman's new Collection, Boulder Crush!

Jewelry Fashion Reports

From Couture: Pamela Froman

The Cyndee’s Crush two-finger ring by Pamela Froman is from the new Boulder Crush collection. The 18-karat yellow and white crushed-gold ring features a 9.90-carat Australian boulder opal with diamond pavé and Paraiba tourmaline ($11,000).

By Hannah Connorton

Jun 4, 2013

Las Vegas--Pamela Froman expanded her signature crushed-gold pieces this year with the new Boulder Crush collection, which features Australian boulder opals paired with vibrant gemstones: tanzanite and Paraiba tourmaline.

Opals, especially boulder opals, still play a major role in her designs, framed in 18-karat crushed yellow, white and pink gold, and accented with tanzanite and Paraiba. Froman’s pieces offer a bold and distinguished look, easily carried over from day to night.
  
From the new Boulder Crush line, the one-of-a-kind Hera’s Crush pendant in 18-karat yellow crushed gold with an 18.03-carat Australian boulder opal framed by two rows of pavé-set paraiba tourmaline ($20,900) and an 18-karat pink and yellow crushed-gold ring with an Australian boulder opal and diamond pavé ($7,480)

Froman also showcased some of her new bridal pieces at Couture, including the Warm Wedding bridal suite, the Pastel Wedding set and the Rustic Wedding pieces.

 
The Warm Wedding bridal suite (left) has outer eternity bands in 18-karat pink and yellow crushed gold set with diamonds ($3,190 each) while the solitaire ring features a 1.72-carat fancy brownish-yellow cushion-cut modified brilliant diamond surrounded by pavé diamonds and diamonds on the band (price upon request). The outer bands of the Rustic Wedding stack are 18-karat yellow crushed gold with chocolate rhodium and 18-karat white crushed gold with charcoal rhodium with diamonds ($2,090 each), while the 18-karat crushed-white gold solitaire ring has a 1.03-carat gray diamond surrounded by diamond pavé ($5,280).

New Boulder Opal & Pariaba Tourmaline Ring

Couldn't wait to share my new Australian Boulder Opal and Pariaba Tourmaline ring. Jilienne is modeling it. I am working on new pieces for the Couture show, and I am so excited to debut the new collection in 2 weeks! Stay Tuned!

Indesign Magazine May 2013 Couture Preview

Houston Chronicle writes about Trunk Show at Cotton Club Collection

We are excited to head to Cotton Club Collection in Houston this week for a fabulous personal appearance and trunk show. We love that we Houston Chronicle wrote about the show as well as Paper City Houston and Houston Magazine. Pamela has some great new one of a kind pieces, perfect for that one of a kind Mother's day present you are looking for. Hope to see you there!

Daily Candy picked a Pamela Froman ring for their Roundup!

We're so flattered that Daily Candy included Pamela's 18k pink & yellow "Ombre Crush Sparkle" ring in their Roundup of Unique Engagement Rings!  This band comes in a variety of color combinations to suit the personality the individual bride.  And if you're looking for a unique engagement ring with a center stone, we have those, too! 

Here are a few more pieces from the Pamela Froman Bridal Collection.  (This is just a tiny taste!)  Pamela is currently designing many new styles to add to the collection, which will be announced in June.  Be sure to check back to see more!

 

 

New Collection Inspired by Award-Winning Design!

Pamela with her award in NY, and the award-winning ring.

Just last month, Pamela was flown out to NY to be presented with a "Dazzle Diva" Award at the WJA Spring Gala!  This award recognized her one-of-a-kind ring design as Best of Business / Daywear in the annual WJA design competition: a stunning cocktail ring of 18k Pink & White "Crushed" Gold featuring a phenomenal Australian Opalized Wood cabochon surrounded by electric blue Paraiba Tourmaline!

Behind the scenes: Pamela designing the new collection.

Pamela is in love with opals and has been working with Ethiopian Opal, Mexican Fire Opal, and Australian Boulder Opal to make standalone one-of-a-kind pieces for years.  Now, with encouragement from the fabulous reception this special ring has received, she has selected many unique Australian beauties that will become a one-of-a-kind collection debuting at the prestigious Couture Show in Las Vegas this May!  Like the award-winning ring, these new designs will incorporate colorful gemstone pave that complements the individual opal in each creation.  I'm excited to show you the pieces when they are finished!

About WJA (Women's Jewelry Association):

WJA, founded in 1983, is the preeminent association of professional women in the jewelry, watch and related businesses.

Wishing you a Happy Spring!

Daylight Savings Time, the Vernal Equinox, Passover, Easter... Spring is officially here!  Thinking about flowers blooming, brightly colored eggs and pastel-foil wrapped chocolates has me in the mood to share some of Pamela's yummy colored stone earrings... here's a little taste of the collection, enjoy!

Assorted "Scroll Crush Cap" Earrings in 18k Yellow or Pink with Diamonds.  

From left to right: Pink Opal, Peach Moonstone, Green Onyx, Turquoise and Chalcedony.

Our "Crush" stack rings are Dolce's favorite things!

Thrilled that our "Get a Crush" stack rings are one of Beau from Dolce's favorite things! Coincidentally Beau is one of our favorite store owner and store! This is from "What works and why" in March/April Indesign Magazine! It was written by Lorraine DePasque who is a fabulous person and writer too! We will be doing a show at Dolce in Telluride again in June for Wine Festival. Will keep you posted!

Palladium Alliance International Award for Excellence

"In Recognition of Innovation & Excellence in Palladium Design"

Pamela with her award at the PAI booth in Tucson.

One more bit of wonderful news we hadn't shared yet: While we were in Tucson last month, Pamela was surprised with a lovely award from the Palladium Alliance International (PAI), "in recognition of innovation and excellence in Palladium design."  Thanks, PAI, we love surprises!