[Jewelry making - Article 00867] - [Orchid] Jewelry Sales Reps

[mgaines]

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    Jewelry Sales Reps for the fashion/accessories market 

    Good day fellow List readers, I am a fashion/costume jewelry designer
    working in semi-precious, glass, and base-metal designs for the
    fashion jewelry and accessories market.  Currently I have my work in
    12 upscale apparel and gift boutiques (Chicago area) but am looking
    to expand.  I am looking for reps/rep companies for the regional
    markets.  Does anyone have any contacts? 

    I have had contacts with some people at the Merchandise Mart here in
    Chicago but have had limited success. 

    A touch of background since this is my first post.  My background is
    in fine jewelry (GIA, QA Director and buyer for national chain,
    jobber shop work, upscale retail sales and repair.)  I became burned
    out 5 yrs ago and left the business but the bug kept biting me and I
    wanted to return to the work but on my own terms.  My current line is
    predominantly bead work in semi precious with "silver" and "gold"
    accents.  The stringing is done on silk, knotted and all pieces are
    packaged in name stamped "leather" cases with velvet lining.  All my
    designs are limited to 100 pieces or less.  My work has been
    described as "tailored", "elegant", "upscale", "clasic", and
    "old-money" by my retailers.  I have tried to blend the elegance,
    look  and style of fine jewelry but for a lesser price point to
    appeal to retailers that use jewelry as a secondary line. My wholsale
    prices range from $10 to $75 packaged. 

    Any advice is greatly apprecaited! 

Best regards,
Mike
Michael A. Gaines Distinctive Jewelry


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