Historic Jeweler Champenois & Co. to Release First Collection in More Than 60 Years
Champenois for Brilliante® Premieres on ShopNBC Thursday, Oct. 4
MORRISTOWN, NJ--(Marketwire - Sep 27, 2012) - Champenois & Co. today announced the debut of Champenois for Brilliante® -- its first branded jewelry collection to premiere in more than 60 years -- airing on multichannel electronic retailer ShopNBC (www.shopnbc.com) on Thursday, Oct. 4. The latest addition to ShopNBC's popular simulated diamond line, Champenois for Brilliante® will feature an exquisite 15-piece collection inspired by its 125-year old design archive -- representing a historic milestone for the jewelry family that began creating luxury pieces for Paris and New York's elite in the mid-19th century.
"My father turned off the lights at Champenois & Co. for what he thought would be the last time in 1950," said Ed Champenois, founder of Champenois & Co. "He'd be thrilled to see the lights -- and cameras -- turn back on to introduce our brand-new exclusive collection to ShopNBC viewers this fall."
Bringing lost luxury back to the discerning jewelry buyer, the Champenois collection will debut during ShopNBC's Day of Brilliance™ event with a one-hour show. Exclusive to ShopNBC, Champenois for Brilliante® includes white and fancy-colored AAA quality Brilliante® simulated diamonds set in pure sterling silver. Developed using sketches from original Champenois jewelry designs, each iconic ring, pendant and bracelet within the collection features delicately textured details and a sought-after vintage appeal.
For many years, Champenois had been among the most prominent jewelry designers to combine vintage and emerging styles to create unique and exquisite jewelry collections. Influenced by the greatest American and European fashion movements in history, Champenois is considered as having one of the largest and most diverse private collections of original antique jewelry designs in the world.
About Champenois & Co.
Champenois & Co., Inc. was founded in 1876 on Maiden Lane in New York City. Formed by Master Jeweler Isaac Champenois and his son Charles, Champenois® became one of a handful of early luxury brands of significant renown. With designers in New York and Paris whose pieces originated from the greatest period of fashion innovation, Champenois & Co. reflects the creative brilliance of the late 19th century. For more information, visit www.champenoisco.com.
About ValueVision Media/ShopNBC
ValueVision Media, Inc. operates ShopNBC, a multichannel electronic retailer that enables customers to shop via TV, phone, Internet and mobile devices and to interact via the ShopNBC website as well as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. The ShopNBC television network reaches over 82 million cable and satellite homes and is also available nationwide on PCs, tablets and iPhone, Android and other mobile devices via live streaming at www.shopnbc.com. ShopNBC's merchandise categories include home, consumer electronics, health & fitness, beauty, fashion & accessories, jewelry and watches.
