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Jay Strongwater: More Than Jewelry

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Fashion - Jewelry

Written by Fabian Toulouse

Wednesday, 26 March 2008

by FabianToulouse

In 1981, Jay Feinberg, a twenty-one year old sophomore, stayed his mother's hand as she was about to buy a necklace. He wanted to design something better for her. A trip to the local craft store yielded some big macram beads, black, and gold paint. He produced for his mother a series of necklaces which she wore all over the place. When a boutique owner liked the jewelry and asked for some pieces for her shop, a career was begun!

Jay Feinberg spent his summer making the big, colorful jewelry that characterized the 1980s. He finally took his creations to "Open Days" at the higher end New York department stores and soon had many orders for his work. He quit school and pursued his new calling, landing an important position working with Oscar de la Renta making jewelry to be worn by his beautiful models.

Opening up a partnership under his own name, the business closed and Jay Feinberg lost the right to produce his work under his own name! Taking his mother's maiden name, he went on to make it famous: today Jay Strongwater's work is known and sought after globally.

His beautiful jeweled pieces have a vintage air about them. The Jay Stongwater collection now boasts so much more than jewelry. He has designed a wide array of items for the home, including jeweled clocks, perfume atomizers, tables, Christmas ornaments, candelabras, and tiny boxes. There are floral tea lights, enameled jars-even a cream and white enamel tissue box ornamented with jewels and metals. Finally, he has a handsome line of picture frames which have become favored gifts among celebrities.

Jay Strongwater pieces have a unique quality about them, evoking the early days of Hollywood glamour. His sparkling works are whimsical and charming. Often taking his design ideas from nature, he crafts turtles, frogs, butterflies, leaves, and delicate flowers. These elegant pieces exhibit a high level of artistry and craftsmanship, making them gifts any receiver would love.

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"Dear David The ring arrived safely today. It is lovely and I felt a surge of power when I put it on my finger (it fits perfectly). Thank you so much. I shall definitely order more from you again. Best regards to you David. Peace & Love" Estelle 25/02/2008	"Hi!! I'd receive my order last friday. I am really happy with my jewerly and with all the meanings in each piece. Please could you express to David that his work is wonderful. I hope next week I could send you a new order. Thank you and blessings from México." Karina 25/02/2008
"David, I am pleased to say that the knot arrived today. I really appreciate that it looks as though someone has indeed made it by hand. It will serve it's energetic duty. Much Peace to you," Ann 25/02/2008	"I just recieved your ring, well my ring ha ha and it's wonderful. It's even heavier then I thought. Thank you so much you do great work. I just wanted to let ya know how happy I am with it. Thanks again." Richard Sloan 24/02/2008
"Dear David, I received the pendant today. I am amazed how fast the shipping was, and the pendant is so very beautiful. I thank you from the bottom of my heart!" Martin 23/02/2008	"Lo and behold...on the day that I inquire....the Merkaba arrives. I'm in awe and so pleased. Adding the scroll, with the explanation of "things" is over the top. I can't wait to order more. Thank you,peace and good thoughts" Cheryl 22/02/2008