Chicago
native Dana Reed is just one of many jewelry designers who will be featured
throughout Chicago Fashion Week.
If
you have never seen a piece of Reed’s jewelry you might describe it as “Hand-forged
jewelry is an effortless marriage of sophisticated minimalism with a hint of
urban edge,” well that’s at least how Reed describes it on her website.
In
her early years Reed studied graphic design in school with pursing jewelry
making as only a hobby. Reed eventually found her way in Rome where she found
her artistic motivation to start her business.
Reed’s style has
evolved throughout the years from beaded work to metalsmithed jewelry. Reed
would describe her style as, “Combining the exotic elements of many cultures
with art deco influenced geometrics and ultrachic textures.”
All
of Reed’s jewelry is handmade and comes at all different price points. A small
silver square with a lone diamond hangs from a medium sized silver chain with
various beads throughout the chain links goes for $138, the same necklace in
gold goes for $198. The price is a bit steep for such simple designs. But the
craftsmanship of every one of Reed’s pieces is exquisite.
Reed’s
work can be found all throughout the United States, including our very own
Macy’s on State Street. She also claims to get great inspiration for her work
from the Chicago Skyline.
According
to Reed’s website, “Her jewelry is for the woman who wants to set herself apart
from others.”
Source List:
https://www.facebook.com/danareeddesigns/info
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