An Invitation.
Join us Thursday, May 22nd, 2014, as we welcome Churchill Friend and Sotheby's Fine Jewelry Specialist Quig Bruning for a one-day appraisal event. Contact Mr. Bruning to reserve your appointment.
In Honor of Mother's Day
From Sally Hilkene, owner/designer of Churchill in Fairway and www.shopatchurchill.com:
My mother was born in Fredonia, KS, the daughter of a one room schoolhouse teacher, and the town’s mortician. Their family car was a hearse. She was born in the family home which is now on the historic registry. All four children were valedictorians of their class, and each played a different musical instrument so the parents could be entertained with concerts on Sunday evenings. My mother pouted that her brother already claimed the saxophone, and she was stuck with the flute and violin.
Frances was her name, and she went by Frankie as a child as she was a tomboy. In high school she was the state debate champ. Not usually a good thing to have as a mother, but she was so patient and kind you wouldn’t know she could argue you under the table. By college she was Frances, a gorgeous, elegant woman who had auburn hair and looked like a mixture of Grace Kelly and Ann Margaret. Gary Cooper selected the homecoming queen from pictures and she was first runner up. She was a chemistry major and had an A average. Sweet as sugar and just as refined.
She was absolutely brilliant but always approachable with a small town shyness. She used her palate and chemistry knowledge to become a renowned self taught chef. She could take one bite of a dish, and have the recipe broken down to the trace elements of spice. She didn’t go a day without hose or make-up, and dressed in couture clothing.
At the same time, she braved the Canadian wilderness (sans hosiery) to go hunting with my father. She was the epitome of dichotomies. She dreamed of being a chemist for a cosmetics company but born in the time where a woman devoted her life to her husband, and rearing her children. Her husband and children were her best friends. She was a docent at the Nelson Gallery of Art giving weekly tours, performed in children’s theater productions, and volunteered for a multitude of charities with Meals on Wheels winning her heart. She loved taking meals to the elderly or housebound.
She raised her children with a calmness yet an expectation to always do your best, never quit, always give back, and never make excuses. Her five course Sunday dinners were a tradition, and no one missed them. My father was a surgeon who came home very late, but she always held the dinner, by candlelight and with the entire family. She made everything a party, even tornado warnings spent in the basement. She would haul a watermelon, candles, cards, and children in tow to the cellar. We had the best time and were never scared because she made it fun. We were always disappointed when the “all clear” sounded and we had to come back upstairs.
Pyrrha Talisman - From the Big Screen to You!
From their Vancouver studio, jewelry designers Wade Papin and Danielle Wilmore handcraft the heraldic talismans that have become the Pyrrha signature. “Jewelers traditionally try to make everything look perfect, say Danielle and Wade, “but we like to show the maker’s hand. We celebrate the original cracks in the antique wax seals."
The pair designed the Pyrrha Talisman collection after discovering a dusty old box of badly damaged 19th century wax seals. “Designing jewelry from them was inspired by a desire to give the fragile waxes new life and permanence,” say Danielle and Wade. The handcrafted, thoughtful pieces are a striking contrast to the glut of overseas factory made, mass produced jewelry that is so common in their industry. Wade and Danielle explain, “everything seems to be cranked out at a staggering pace and then left for dead. Because we live in such a throwaway society, it’s necessary to create some things that can be kept."
Pyrrha's handcrafted jewelry is sold worldwide at stores such as Liberty of London, Fred Segal LA, Churchill Fairway, Le Bon Marche Paris, United Arrows of Japan as well as at their Pyrrha flagship store in Los Angeles.
Their collection is featured regularly on TV shows such as Once Upon a Time, Ray Donovan, Sons of Anarchy and Elementary and has appeared in publications such as Instyle, Billboard, Vogue, O Magazine, Nylon, The New York Times, Elle and Marie Claire. Celebrity wearers of Pyrrha's handcrafted jewelryinclude Jennifer Lawrence, Katie Holmes, Rooney Mara, Taylor Swift, Josh Hutcherson, Dianna Agron, Jeremy Renner, Brad Pitt, Scarlett Johansson, Ryan Reynolds, Halle Berry, Reese Witherspoon and Julia Roberts.
Several wonderful Pyrrah pieces are available at www.shopatchurchill.com, or contact us for special orders.
Suneera Fine Jewelry Designs
Suneera Fine Jewelry Designs is a luxury brand that has been described as breath-taking originality that is elegant, romantic, and timeless. Designer and Founder, Suneera Swarup comes from from a background of art and rich textiles. Drawing from art history, architecture and her surroundings, her collection is modern antiquity.
Our owner, Sally Hilkene, wears Suneera's Aerie Ring with brown sapphire (similar to the green ring above), almost on a daily basis. With all of the choices she has at her fingertips, it's her "go to" ring for it's elegance and comfort in wear.
This is an exciting time for the collection, as it is evolving and becoming more gold intensive. Every year, Suneera strives to reach new heights of luxury and just from her sketches, the collection this year is looking better than ever.
The design process starts with with sketches from inspiration and custom-cut stones. Pieces then come to life with CAD-CAM renderings and handcrafted wax carvings. Suneera is passionate about delivering high quality craftsmanship that is comfortable, versatile, and unique.
Suneera's jewelry is made with 18k gold, .925 sterling silver, lustrous diamonds, and precious gemstones.
Suneera's signature-long layering chains and statement rings. The look is very versatile, dressing the customer from work day to special occasion. We want her to start with one piece and build it with her own story, adding a pendant to a long chain or creating an ensemble with one-of-a-kind earrings.
Suneera's designs are available at www.shopatchurchill.com, and are available for special order. Her designs evoke old world wonder, and modern day glamour which is why she is a favorite of CHURCHILL's.
Celebrate Spring!
Spring is a time for new beginnings, a fresh outlook - and nowhere is that more evident than in fashion and accessories.
Beautiful textiles from storied luxury house Quadrille, 
are spectacular, whether made up in pillows, or in jackets exclusive to Churchill.
From Jennifer Behr,
a collection of headpieces to crown you like Hollywood Royalty - you'll want all of them, with jewels, leather roses, and other unexpected treatments. Many headbands in stock on our website.
Even the Real Housewives are wearing Spring color from one of our favorite designers, Roni Blanshay.
All available to order at Churchill or in stock on our website.
Challenge yourself to wear something unexpected to brighten your mood - celebrate Spring!
Father Knows (the) Best
We all know your Father's the greatest - this Father's Day, prove it with wonderful gifts from Churchill. Visit us today and let us help you find the perfect gift for the perfect guy!
Brilliant!
A few bright spots in Churchill's shimmering inventory! Click on the images for more information.
Collar by Dassious
http://www.shopatchurchill.com/Dassious_Pleated_Collar_Necklace_with_Crystal_E_p/112887.htm
Pin by Lizzy Couture
http://www.shopatchurchill.com/Lizzy_Couture_Vintage_One_of_a_Kind_Pin_p/118931.htm
