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Tuesday, June 3, 2008
More Alkemie Hits


My girl Dara just got a great hit on MSNBC.com (click here ) for Alkemie Jewelry. Of course I am biased but every day I wear something from the collection I am stopped and asked about it - check it all out here

Front Page Feature On MSNBC.com

By Marisa Belger
TODAYShow.com

Alkemie Jewelry on the front page of msnbc.com.

Mon., June. 2, 2008

From blood diamonds to dirty gold it’s tougher than ever to adorn yourself with a piece of guilt-free jewelry. A diamond ring may give you immeasurable joy each time you slip it on, but the sparkle often comes with a price that outweighs its actual cost.

A girl’s best friend is often mined in places like Angola and Sierra Leone where the gems are used to fund rebel groups that refuse to work towards peace and security. And in third world countries diamonds — and other precious stones — are usually mined in riverbeds, which can wreak environmental havoc by upsetting the ecology of the body of water and the surrounding areas.

Thinking that you’ll skip the diamonds and go gold? Buying plain gold jewelry may seem like a good idea, but unless you know where it originated and how it was mined, the choice is not an environmental win. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, hard rock gold mining (where gold is extracted from tons of rock) generates more toxic waste than any other industry in the United States.

As the ugly truth behind conventional jewelry continues to emerge, a growing group of eco-minded designers are making it possible for you to accessorize with a clear conscience. Here are some of my favorite picks:

Every piece of Alkemie Jewelry is made from reclaimed materials. Transforming something that already exists into something new is one of the most environmentally-wise methods of designing. Husband-and-wife team Dara Gerson and Ashley Lowengrub have translated this knowledge into a striking line of cuffs (think octopi, hummingbirds, bats and owls), bangles, necklaces and rings (see photo of Hummingbird cuff above).

Teamsugar - Leaf Hoop Earrings

A brilliant marriage of vintage and modern influences.

Reclaimed-metal drop-hoop earrings with jeweled flower detail. 2.5" long including French hook.

Tags: Alkemie Leaf Hoop earrings

Glitterati: Alkemie Jewelry

Glitterati: Alkemie Jewelry
Tue, 06/17/2008 - 4:00am by FabSugar
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Husband and wife team Ashley Lowengrub and Dara Gerson have joined hands in more ways than one. Besides being married, the duo has also devised a stylish way of saving the planet. Their sustainable jewelry line dubbed Alkemie is made from 100 percent reclaimed metals.

The collection stocks a heavy artillery of organically designed bracelets, necklaces, earrings, rings, and belts with a vintage and natural aesthetic. My favorite? The artsy glam Large Stingray Cuff ($187). Like what you see? Check out their newly launched pieces!

Ecofabulous : "Pure Alkemie"

Ecofabulous.com reviews Alkemie.

Alkemie Joins Sarlo Wick & Fred Segal

Heartofgreen.com reports ....

"The stunning and exotic Alkemie Jewelry line made of 100% reclaimed metals, reincarnated vintage chains, and naturally-tanned leather"

is now available at Sarlo Wick and Fred Segal Green , Los Angeles.

FRED SEGAL "Goes Green For Spring" Press Release

Fred Segal announces in this Press Release, that "Alkemie’s ultimate take on recycling sees melted-down bullet casings turned into jewelry", will be available at Nina Segal at Fred Segal.

Fred Segal Santa Monica is located at 500 & 420 Broadway.
Store hours are 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Saturday and 12 p.m.- 6 p.m. Sunday.

TrustYourStyle.com Gives Kudos to Alkemie

Sunday, March 16, 2008


TrustYourStyle.com Gives Kudos to Alkemie
Mary Jo Matsumoto of Trust Your Style.com hearts Alkemie!