The Art Behind The Jewels

Tuesday, November 1, 2011

You're Invited!

Daniella Kronfle Celebrates the U.S Debut of

“JEWERLY INTERNATIONAL III”

Exhibition “The Art Behind the Jewels” Features

Retrospective of Tiaras and Signature Pieces Worn by the Stars

What: Celebrated designer and gemologist Daniella Kronfle joins the ranks of the most elite jewelry brands as she makes her debut on the pages of industry staple, “Jewelry International III.” Gaining recognition as a featured designer alongside the world’s most prestigious, such as Cartier and Bulgari, the industry refers to Kronfle as the rising star and only Latin American designer ever to be invited into the book.

Already a favorite among fashion icons, including Thalia, Ana de la Reguera and notable socialites, Kronfle’s creations have graced the red carpets of The Academy Awards, Emmy Awards, Latin Grammy Awards, Billboard Awards and more. Introducing her crown and tiara designs at Miss Ecuador’s beauty pageant, Kronfle’s handcrafted pieces have also been featured at renowned national and international pageantry events.

Kronfle hosts a celebration of the book’s arrival into the U.S., originally debuted at BaselWorld Jewelry Show, during an exhibition of her coveted new collection “Wanderlust.” Her finely designed, innovative creations with elegant gems, including Turquoise, Onix, Tigers Eye, Mynt Quartz in combination with Black Diamonds, and color Sapphires and Rubies, lend a glamorous sophistication, while preserving classic favorites.

Kronfle’s upcoming exhibition is comprised of 70 signature cocktail rings, jeweled necklaces, earrings, crowns and tiaras, marking today’s importance of femininity. Highlights include

Gaia cuff bracelet, Athenea chandelier earrings, worn by Thalia and Dentelle chandelier earrings and Deco ring worn by Ana de la Reguera, as well as pieces from her new "Wonderlust" collection.

When: Thursday, Nov. 17 from 7-10 p.m. ONE NIGHT ONLY

Where: Gary Nader Art Centre in Wynwood Arts District at 62 Northeast 27th Street

Who: Caroline Childers, Author of “Jewelry International” and the book of Chopard and Chanel, Daniella Kronfle, and guests including Emilio and Gloria Estefan, Ana de la Reguera, Rodner Figuera, Donald and Lisa Pliner, Nicolas Felizola, Alexia Echavarria, Jacqueline Bracamontes, Sonya Smith, Maritza Rodriguez and many more.

About: Daniella Kronfle:

As a second-generation gemologist and jewelry designer, Kronfle spent hours analyzing gems at the age of 10. Studying Jewelry Design and Oreficeria in Europe, which is the art of making jewelry, she later returned to her roots in Miami to specialize in pearls and gems at the Gemological Institute of America (G.I.A.), the most prestigious institute for studies worldwide. Embracing bold designs and colors, her signature pieces reflect glamorous demands, while creating refined statement. Identifying trends and opportunities, Kronfle introduces the next generation in her blog -- Dani K Style. For more information visit, daniellakronfle.com and daniellakronfle.blogspot.com

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Daniella Kronfle: The Woman Behind the Jewels

Daniella Kronfle is Miami’s premiere jewelry designer and gemologist. Since opening her flagship store in 2003, Daniella has been outfitting the who’s who of Miami’s top fashionistas, both on the red carpet and off. Her creations have graced the celebrity set in prestigious events such as The Oscars The Emmys, The Latin Grammy Awards, Latin Billboard Awards, and Premios Lo Nuestro.

With a client list that reads like a social registry, Miss Kronfle has been at the forefront of her trade after her showbiz debut designing the crown for the Miss Ecuador beauty pageant in 2003. Since then, she has continued on to design all the crowns and tiaras for Miss Ecuador, while also showcasing her beautiful, hand-crafted designs in other renown pageantry events such as Miss American Continent, Reina de Guayaquil, and Nuestra Belleza Latina.

Even though her top priority is her designs, Daniella has gracefully managed to become a fixture on television, with her last few appearances being on CNN and ABC News. Because of her unique voice and expertise, Daniella has been asked repeatedly participate in programs such as NotiMujer, Despierta America, Hola Martin and Utilisima.

Always a fan of beautiful things, her involvement in the world of high jewelry began at an early age. She was only ten years old, when her mother famed Ecuadorian jeweler Marjorie Adum celebrated the opening of the first Marge Jewelry Store in Guayaquil, Ecuador, where she spent hours on end looking at her mothers beautiful and ornate creations.

Daniella’s love affair with jewelry led her to Florence, where she coursed both Jewelry Design and Art History at Instituto Lorenz Di Medici and Instituo Per L’Arte e Il Restauro Palazzio Spinelli respectively. After graduation Daniella went off to Paris to study French Civilization at La Sorbonne. The years spent in Europe were influential, but it wasn’t until she was in Miami specializing in gems and pearls at GIA, that she decided to settle in the United States.

As her designs make the rounds in prestigious publications such as Vogue, Bazaar, People, and Vanidades, it’s obvious that Daniella Kronfle is no longer a celebrity secret. A longtime outfitter to those on the best-dressed lists, Daniella Kronfle is not staying behind the scenes for long. Her recent foray into the world of blogging with her ubiquitous Dani K Style, and her participation in the book Jewelry International III make Daniella Kronfle a designer and a brand to be recognized.

Gary Nader Fine Art: Miami's Best

Over the years, Gary Nader fine art has become much more than just a gallery. Situated in the heart of Wynwood, the new and renovated art district of Miami, it presents an extensive number of solo and group exhibitions, the publication of catalogues and art books, as well as providing extensive professional services to assist a private clientele, corporations and museums with the acquisition or sale of Latin American, Modern and Contemporary art. The gallery also provides certifications and appraisal services as well as art advisory program and curatorial information including cataloguing and conservation.

We are so honored to be joining Gary for this one night only event "The Art Behind the Jewels," and have had the pleasure to work with his talented team to makes this special night happen. Gary's collection is magnificently curated, ranging from emerging artists such as Florida born Soraya Abu Naba'a to the acclaimed Colombian Botero.

At the moment Gary Nader fine art is the largest and most important fine art gallery in South Florida, and the biggest gallery in the world with 55,000 sq. ft. of exhibition space with three components: Gary Nader Private Collection, the Exhibition Gallery and the Sculpture Park. The gallery displays a major selection of works by Modern and Contemporary Latin American artists such as: Guido Albi Marini (Italy), Pablo Atchugarry (Uruguay), Fernando Botero (Colombia), Carlos Capelan(Uruguay), Sandro Chia (Italy), Guillermo Conte (Argentina), Manuel Esnoz (Argentina), Walter Goldfarb (Brazil), Armando Mariño (Cuba), Manuel Mendive (Cuba), Guillermo Muñoz Vera (Chile), Carlos Quintana ( Cuba), Pablo Picasso (Spain), Henry Matisse (France), Damien Hirst (English), Martin Kippenberger (German), Robert Rauschenberg (USA), Lucio Fontana (Argentina), Cundo Bermúdez (Cuba), Roberto Matta (Chile), Wifredo Lam (Cuba), Joaquin Torres Garcia (Uruguay), Yoshitomo Nara (Japan), Frank Stella (USA), Jesus Soto (Venezuela), Rufino Tamayo (Mexico), among others.

Throughout the years Gary Nader fine art has fitted his efforts to the requirements of the fastest growing market on the international scene and specially its clients.

Caroline Childers: Jewelry's Finest Curator

Originally born in Paris, and now living in New York, Caroline Childers has always had a passion for jewelry, as anyone who knows her can attest. This passion has always been present in her work as a publisher, with publications such as Haute Jewelry, Rainbow of Jewelry and Great Jewelry of the World—in addition, of course, to her wildly popular Jewelry International series, now in its third volume. Caroline also publishes Watches International and Grand Complications, for the luxury timepiece aficionado.

I was very fortunate to meet Caroline in Vegas, where she took one look at my jewels as we bonded over this shared passion. The rest is history, and now I'm proud to be included in one of her prestigious publications Jewelry International III, which will make its oficial US debut on November 17th, 2011, at Gary Nader Fine Art.