By Marie Bargas
Designer Andrea Levine is a warm, good-natured animal lover who has successfully combined her passion for her pets with her love of jewelry. For her growing fan base of chic pet owners the advent of Levine’s breakthrough collection’s arrival in retail stores this Spring and early Summer means that they don’t have to wait for their orders. Levine’s sparkling ensemble of diamond pave dogs (in several breeds), cats, horses and her signature diamond pave paw print are a delightful treat for the eyes and should be a favorite among specialty boutiques who cater to the elite. Now that pets are already the ultimate celebrity must-have accessory as evidenced by the new pack of toy dogs frolicking happily through the pages of the magazines like: Paris Hilton’s Chihuahua – Tinkerbell, Nicole Richie’s Toy Pomeranian – Foxxy Cleopatra, and Jessica Simpson’s Maltese ““ Daisy, it’s no wonder that the tables have turned and newest to-die-for accessories are diamond pave “pets”.
Formerly available only through the internet, Levine’s bejeweled designs have been building a brisk business among pet lovers who just have to have her pieces. Upon first sight I simply melted over Levine’s diamond pave Chihuahua. My Chihuahua, Cheechee, is first and foremost in my heart, so it’s only natural that I’d want her diamond pave image dangling luxuriously on a white gold chain around my neck. Now I’ve got a diamond collar to match hers. And why not? We’ve always had matching outfits, since the first day I walked her as a pup on Rodeo Drive. Levine understands that the market for bejeweled neckwear isn’t reserved for pets alone and has responded with a collection that combines the glamour of diamonds with our affection for our furry friends.
The original collection is anchored in white diamonds encrusted over white or regular gold in necklaces, bracelets and cuff links. We’re pleased to report that Levine carries the most exquisite doggy charms on the planet: Beagle, Bichon Frise, Chihuahua, Cocker Spaniel, Dachshund, Doberman Pinscher, German Shepherd, Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, Maltese, Jack Russell Terrier, Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Poodle, Pug, Schnauzer, Shih Tzu, Soft Coated Wheaton Terrier West Highland White Terrier, West Highland White Terrier and Yorkshire Terrier. But we’re thrilled to be the first to discover that Levine has begun to use colored diamonds to make her designs more personal. Levine has always done custom orders and can now replicate not only the silhouette but also the color of your pet on special order. Her Golden Labrador Retriever is a resplendent rendering in luminous yellow diamonds.
Likewise, her Black Cocker Spaniel sparkles in a medley of black gems that adds texture and whimsical charm to this depiction of the breed.
Robb and Marisol Thomas, who won the piece via a charity auction through Animal Planet, already own Levine’s signature paw print. The original version is an open or closed paw print that can be worn on necklaces, braces or on cufflinks.
But we adore the heart shaped paw print for it’s sentimental appeal and predict that the latest version on dog tags will be a favorite among male pet owners. Cuff links are also available.
As the weeks and months go by Cheechee and I will be updating you on Andrea’s newest celebrity fans and latest eye-catching styles. For more information, pricing and stores log on to: www.andrealevinejewelry.com.
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