Collections by John S. Brana, handcrafted fine jewelry designer from San Francisco, will be showcased during a weekend trunk show hosted by Bloomingdale’s in the Stanford Shopping Center, Palo Alto. The jewelry event will take place Saturday, October 3 through Sunday, October 4, 2009, from 12:00 p.m. To 4:00 p.m. Shoppers will also enjoy Bloomingdale’s Friends and Family Discount of 20% off all jewelry by John S. Brana during this exclusive weekend event.

Brana looks forward to premiering Muir Woods, his latest collection of nature-inspired jewelry, including one-of-a-kind cocktail rings and pendants featuring large carat semi-precious gemstones set in sterling silver and bronze. “It was perfect timing for Bloomingdale’s to contact me about a Fall event. I’m very proud of the Muir Woods Collection because it’s completely unique and I’m one of the few jewelry designers experimenting with different patina finishes,” describes Brana referring to his copper earring designs in various hues of turquoise, green, red, black and orange. Additional jewelry collections available during the event include filigree earrings, dramatic pendants, statement cuffs, cocktail rings, and necklaces layered with semi-precious gemstones.

All fine jewelry designs may be purchased using Bloomingdale’s 20% off Friends and Family discount, and John S. Brana will be present to greet guests and answer all jewelry questions. Event details will be available by visiting www.bloomingdales.com, clicking on the Stores & Events page and choosing the Stanford location.

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“I’m really thankful to all of my customers,” said Brana whose client reviews may be read online. “They really came through for me!” And the internet honor couldn’t have come at a better time as John S. Brana prepares to be featured in two trunks shows and two fashion shows within the next 30 days!

On Saturday, November 1, members of the Asian American community will see John’s jewelry showcased in the grand finale segment of the Hatwalk 2008 Fashion Show featuring cancer survivors. This annual fund raising gala is hosted by the Asian American Cancer Support Network, www.aacsn.org, and will be held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel Burlingame.
Retail buyers and the public are invited to John’s featured trunk show and fashion show in artistic collaboration with fellow San Francisco artist, Klaus Lange, hosted at Art People Gallery in San Francisco, www.artpeople.net, Thursday, November 6, 4p.m to 7p.m.
And finally residents of the Ritz Carleton San Francisco will enjoy his distinctive jewelry at an exclusive trunk show featuring wine and hors d’oeuvres for residents only, Thursday, November 13.

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Both artists are directly inspired by the neighborhoods, history and waterfront of San Francisco.
Brana’s jewelry collections are as unique as their local namesakes, including Barbary Coast, Nob Hill and Monterrey and are created in his West Portal studio overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

As a chef aboard a pilot transfer boat working twelve miles out to sea, Lange photographs the sea-worn sides of ships as they enter into the Golden Gate. He has transformed these images into a unique collection of “Art 2 Couture” silk wear.

The two met in 2006 and immediately noticed potential compatibility in their respective art forms.  The idea for a collaboration developed this spring when both artists’ work were accepted for showcase at Art People Gallery, where over 40 pieces of Brana’s handcrafted jewelry are currently available. Both Brana and Lange will be Art People Gallery’s co-featured artists throughout November.

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“Being the premier fine jewelry event in Northern California, I am honored to be given the opportunity to exhibit my designs at such a prestigious event,” said Brana who will showcase for the first time at this event presented by the Women’s Jewelry Association, Northern California Chapter. Guests will enjoy Brana’s latest designs including large carat gemstone solitaire rings set in hand-sculpted and hammered silver and 18K gold from his SoMa and Pacific Heights Collections. Delicate filigree earrings, dramatic sculpted and anticlastic cuffs, and new designs in 18K gold wire-work pendants set with large solo gemstones will also be featured.

The continual growth of Designers by the Bay has lent it the reputation for being the premier fine jewelry event in Northern California. More than 20 jewelry designers will showcase their collections and guests may enjoy complementary wine and hors d’oeuvres. To RSVP for the event, please visit www.designersbythebay.com.  To view current collections by John S. Brana, please visit www.johnsbrana.com.

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