Designer Anna Sheffield makes jewelry that is uniquely meaningful. “Jewelry carries so much meaning and over time collects energy like we collect our memories,” she explained in a recent interview with The Particulars. “I think of heirlooms and talismans as pieces that become markers of those memories.” More than ornamental, each piece of jewelry is treated […]
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]]>Designer Anna Sheffield makes jewelry that is uniquely meaningful. “Jewelry carries so much meaning and over time collects energy like we collect our memories,” she explained in a recent interview with The Particulars. “I think of heirlooms and talismans as pieces that become markers of those memories.”
More than ornamental, each piece of jewelry is treated by Sheffield as a precious talisman, imbued with history, alive with meaning, and destined to be passed down for generations. Her brand offers non-traditional fine jewelry and has come to be known for its one-of-a-kind engagement rings.
“One-of-a-kind” means that Sheffield enjoys bringing together extraordinary materials in unexpected combinations — diamonds in rare forms, extraordinary gems from emeralds to faceted quartz, and a custom range of gold colors. “Our designs offer a study in juxtaposition,” reads the brand’s website. “Feminine yet unconventional. Contemporary yet timeless. Each piece an invitation to layer and style together, and to define beauty on your own terms.”
According to Sheffield, her use of unexpected combinations and unconventional stones for engagement rings (gone are the traditional white diamonds), wasn’t based on market research but rather on her own inclination. “I was seeing people enjoying the unconventional jewelry I was making, and I thought why not take that ethos and apply it to ceremonial jewelry,” she notes. “I love the beauty in natural materials and those colored and included diamonds are part of what makes the gems special to me. I also just love breaking rules.”
Born in New Mexico, Sheffield’s childhood in the Southwest has had an enduring influence on her work, setting the stage for a lifelong interest in natural beauty, spirituality, and all forms of art and design—from architecture to indigenous crafts. “I feel like things have a resonant quality to them, sometimes even a sacredness,” says the designer. “I think of these as influences from New Mexico.”
Rendering the ephemeral and capturing the alchemy and energy that bring people together, her jewelry is ideal for wedding season. Ask any blushing bride.
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A recent New York Time’s article hailed 2021 as “the year of the wedding after-party”. “If 2020 was the year of the Zoom wedding, 2021 promises to be a year of after-parties”, read the opening paragraph. After a year of lockdown, couples are looking to splurge on that extra special event. But splurging doesn’t have […]
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]]>A recent New York Time’s article hailed 2021 as “the year of the wedding after-party”. “If 2020 was the year of the Zoom wedding, 2021 promises to be a year of after-parties”, read the opening paragraph. After a year of lockdown, couples are looking to splurge on that extra special event. But splurging doesn’t have to be tasteless. Investing in a wedding invitation (which also serves as a great memento) is a great way of adding a tasteful touch to your wedding day (or after-party).
Blush & Blossom might just inspire you. A Yorkshire-based stationery and design studio that also runs a charming Etsy shop, they offer a wide range of graphic design services – of which, most notably, are their trendy wedding invitations. Themes include retro vibes, bohemian dreams, and elegant greenery.
As well as “save the dates” and invitations, on-the-day stationery is also available for each collection, which includes items such as welcome signs, table plans, name cards, menus, and table numbers. Further bespoke items can also be requested and designed to match.
The brand also an emphasis on sustainability, as brand owner Emma Fisher stresses that all card used among her products is FSC certified; meaning that the materials have been ethically sourced from well-managed and sustainable forests.
“I’ve always loved graphic design, and having worked in the industry for over 10 years I’ve built up experience in design, print production, as well as communications and trends,” Fisher told Printed. “I’ve always loved doing my own unique prints, cards, and wedding stationery for friends and that’s when Blush & Blossom was born.”
In fact, it was after designing a few of her friends’ wedding invitations that Fisher realized she needed to take a leap of faith and open her own business.
If you’re planning your wedding day and stuck for inspiration for invites, keep scrolling to see some of Fisher’s selected designs. You’re also invited to visit her website.
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Fairytale weddings require a ton of planning, following the current trends and incorporating them into a personal style. Most brides tend to get anxious if they have less than a year to plan their wedding, knowing that it will likely take even more to take care of every little detail. These are the top wedding […]
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]]>Fairytale weddings require a ton of planning, following the current trends and incorporating them into a personal style. Most brides tend to get anxious if they have less than a year to plan their wedding, knowing that it will likely take even more to take care of every little detail.
These are the top wedding trends for the next year.
In 2019, brides will value comfort over everything else. Everything will be more relaxed than ever before. From the dress to decor, the keywords are simple and cozy.
(@lovelybride)A modern bride wears a mini or midi wedding dress, ideally with pockets. Colorful wedding dresses are on the rise, so expect to see a rainbow of colors and fun models.
The importance of ecology will reflect on the wedding trends, too. More wedding ceremonies will be held in nature and use recycled items for decor.
Couples are starting to exchange their honeymoon for an engagement trip before the wedding. Many see it as a great way to relax before diving into a mess that is wedding organization, plus they want to make sure they won’t be left with no money for the trip after the wedding is over.
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Wearing a non-white wedding dress is nothing revolutionary these days, but there are still colors and shades to explore if you want to look fresh and original. In 2019, expect to see more wedding dresses in pistachio color and they look better than you could’ve ever imagined. Fashion trends are always changing and brides are […]
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]]>Wearing a non-white wedding dress is nothing revolutionary these days, but there are still colors and shades to explore if you want to look fresh and original. In 2019, expect to see more wedding dresses in pistachio color and they look better than you could’ve ever imagined.
Fashion trends are always changing and brides are less and less scared of experimenting with colorful wedding dresses. It’s the choice of the truly brave ones who aren’t afraid of pulling off something different and unexpected.
Pastel green/blue shade is a perfect choice for outdoor weddings with rustic decor. It goes great with boho hairstyle and jewelry and looks magical against wood and other natural materials.
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