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Longing For Labradorite
American Gem Trade Association
Shamila Jiwa, a young designer from Seattle, Washington, believes the varying cuts, shapes, and designs in labradorite have fueled its recent popularity. She considers the stone a signature of her collection. “It's never the same” she says. “It's the stone of new beginnings, and every day is a new beginning.
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East London Design Show
Travelling a mere 4781 miles from Seattle, Shamila Jiwa brings her exquisite craftsmanship and detailing to this year’s show. Jewellery is always popular and one of our strongest disciplines at ELDS, and it is great that the show has the power to attract someone of Shamilla’s standing to travel half way around the world just to show this year.
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Shamila. A Turkish Delight. Paris Street Style.
Shamila is one of the most passionate designers I have ever met and her stories while designing and creating this collection in Turkey are awe inspiring, to say the least.
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lokum lale collection
“I don’t have the words to describe the brilliance of these rings from the collection, “Lokum Lale“, by jewelry designer Shamila Jiwa. I have had the pleasure of meeting Shamila and writing about her in the past so I was thrilled when she notified me about her most recent endeavors.”
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Label Love: Shamila
“This week I have the pleasure of introducing New York fashion week newcomer Shamila Jiwa, a self-taught Seattle based gemologist with a huge passion for unusual stones. Her designs are uniquely exquisite pieces of jewellery with a focus on timeless, distinctive beauty.”
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New Faces at Nolcha Retail
“To actually touch the pieces and feel them around your neck is a definite sell,” adds Furge. “The stones are smooth and silky and cool, what more could a customer want, especially in the summer.”
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Local Gems
“Look to regional designersfor bridesmaid necklaces with charm, color, and style.”
Seattle Metropolitan Bride and Groom Summer/Fall 2009
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Local jewelry designers take a cue from bold, brilliant Bollywood
"Shamila Jiwa's rising talent recently earned her a spot in the emerging-designers section of this fall's New York Fashion Week. Born of Indian heritage in Tanzania, the veteran traveler describes her style as influenced by a 'hybrid of cultures.'"
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Calla Bridal: New Jewelry by Shamila
"I had the pleasure of meeting local jewelry phenom Shamila recently, as she showed me her work. As she described her pieces to me, I really understood her love of gemstones and saw how that translated into beautiful, timeless jewelry."
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The Flourish Collection
"Shamila's collection features eclectic and globally-sourced gemstones and materials, all interpreted into timeless and elegant statement pieces. Nothing feels heavy or overwrought but rather ethereal and feminine. It's the kind of jewelry you put on and sigh with happiness."
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NW Source
"'The first time I saw labradorite, I thought it was an ugly, sludgy gray -- but it had fire,' says local jewelry designer Shamila Jiwa. My sentiments exactly. But when I met Jiwa, she was wearing a stunning necklace with such fluorescence that I was converted."
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Seattle PI
"Shamila makes really beautiful jewelry out of semi-precious stones along side gold or silver. "
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The Daily Obsession
"Looking for some fun summer jewelry? Head over to Shamila Jewelry and you’ll be able to pick out some fun, yet elegant pieces. Playing with color and texture, designer Shamila Jiwa describes her jewelry as ' a whimsical yet elegant mélange of fine worldly components.'"
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Sweet Trinkets from SAM SHOP for Valentine's Day Offer Something for Everyone
"Fabulously feminine earrings and necklaces showcasing exceptional quality gems are sure to please."
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You've Been Spied!!
"Shamila takes cues from her Tanzanian and Indian heritage for inspiration.
These necklaces were inspired by her travels around the Caribbean."
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Thread Fashion and Lifestyle Show - San Francisco
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Little Willow
"Her jewelry was just stunning and you could see her passion for color and fine materials in each one of her creations."
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