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Staff Picks from the Designer Goods Charity Collection
Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 11.26.22 | Jennifer Ventresca
"It's not often that we acquire such an outstanding single owner collection of barely used designer fashion, jewelry, and luxury goods," explains Christie Spooner, managing partner for Black Rock Galleries. "The fact that the collection's owner is donating all her proceeds to two animal rescue charities is an extraordinary bonus!"
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What inspires you?
With so many wonderful pieces in the collection, Christie challenged the models, catalogers and photography team to choose their favorites.
"I hope you enjoy our staff picks!"
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Stacey Lopez (Photographer)
Roberto Cavalli Stunning Brown Leather & Gold Embroidered Jacket (Bejeweled) Item #227769 What a look to either dress up or down in. Could totally wear these with some black stretch pants and long boots. The leather is supple and the chocolate color is so rich. It just oozes style. |
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Vicini by Giuseppe Zanotti Unique Orange Leather Crab Motif Criss-Cross Sandal Item #227656 Not only cute to shoot, but this adorable sandal would be the talk of the room when you step into these. Perfect for some summer parties. |
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Mariah Damico (Cataloging & Research Associate)
Mariah is a BRG cataloging and research associate. She is one of a team of catalogers who are responsible for writing the descriptions, conditions and measurements you see in our auction catalogs. She also researches those lots that need deeper details.
Sterling & 18K Gold Pink Sapphire, Diamond & Pearl Drop Earrings Item #231215 This was a tough one, there were so many great pieces to choose from. I'm going to go with these earrings. They have a certain quality you can’t help but be drawn to. The bright pink is subdued by using it in smaller sizes together with a single pearl. Pearls are always a go-to and put in the spotlight in these earrings. |
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Gucci Chic Green Lizard Grain Peep-Toe Mule with Gold Tone Studded Heel Item #227650 Any chance to find vintage Gucci pieces is a lucky one. These mules are classic yet unique to the designer. Their color and structure provide both function and fun. |
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Sue Leeper (Gemologist)
Sue Leeper works in BRG's jewelry department and is one of our staff gemologists. She graduated from Southern CT State college with a degree in geology. She jokingly refers to herself and her colleagues as the "jewelry nerds in the attic."
Chances are good that if there's a BRG jewelry lot processed in the Northeast, it came across Sue's desk at one point or another.
Florence Leather School Handsome Black Leather Half Moon Shape Shoulder Bag Item #229044 My picks for this very unique and fantastic auction include the shoulder bag. The clean and timeless design of the shoulder bag allows it to be paired with any outfit and any occasion.... |
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Naturalizer Handsome Burgundy Leather Tall Zip Riding Boot, Stacked Heel Item #229046 ... and the Naturalizer Burgundy Leather Riding Style Boots. These boots have a handsome and contemporary appearance that can dress up a simple casual look. |
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Kim Leiman (GIA Graduate Gemologist)
Kim Leiman is also one of BRG's "jewelry nerds in the attic" and is based in our Southport location. She is a GIA Graduate Gemologist who has decades of experience in the jewelry and watches/timepieces arena. Much like her BRG counterparts, there's a solid chance that if a BRG jewelry lot was processed in the Northeast, it came across Kim's desk at some point.
Hand-Painted Amy Kahn Russell Sterling Silver, Onyx, Jade & Peridot Dragonfly Tile Necklace Item #227519 So as a cataloguer, I LOVED doing this auction! The colors and the conditions are magnificent, the styles unique.... But my favorite of my favorite picks are the hand painted dragonfly necklace, with the peridots and black onyx — it is so striking and so distinctive... |
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Amy Kahn Russell Sterling Silver Intricately Carved Cinnibar, Lapis, & Howlite Bracelet Item #227516 ... and the Amy Kahn Russell carved cinnabar and lapis bracelet. It is a piece that anyone can wear, and it is a show stopper! |
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Gemma Panarese (Model)
Gemma is one of the lovely models who showcased a variety of the lots in this collection. She also happens to be one of the daughters of BRG's managing partners.
Rare & Stunning Burberry Glove Leather Gladiator Trench Item #232986 |
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I chose these two pieces because they’re so pretty and they give me the smiles when I look at them.... | |
Judith Leiber Unusual Gold Tone Bejewelled Rhinestone Shrimp Motif Belt Item #231877 |
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About the Collection
This impressive lifetime collection of luxury goods, designer fashions, and jewelry hails from the home of a renowned former NYC opera singer. She decided to downsize her collection. She is donating her proceeds to two of her favorite animal rescue charities: Rescue Dogs Rock NYC (in New York) and Horse Plus Humane Society (in Tennessee).
The owner wore or used most of the pieces in this collection only once or twice. These items have been lovingly maintained and are in excellent condition.
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What are your favorites? Why?
View the entire collection. Let us know what pieces are your favorite designer fashion finds on instagram (@blackrockgalleries).
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Keywords: staff picks, designer fashion, luxury goods, barely used designer fashion, animal rescue charities, horse plus humane society, rescue dogs rock NYC, NYC opera singer