WINNER : Dana Bronfman
Constellation Bubble cuff in oxidized sterling silver; 18K white gold and 18K yellow gold settings with yellow and green rose cut diamonds (1.50 TCW) and white diamond melee.
$6,650
SIA MARAVELIAS: A bold, daring conversation piece, this oxidized silver, gold and diamond cuff beams with a whimsical, joyful personality. Fascinating and artful, this power cuff is sure to turn heads!
MATTHEW ROSENHEIM: This very interesting bracelet conveys quality, uniqueness as well as a sense of modern whimsy while having lots to talk about. Very flexible in terms of its use and transition from day to evening, which is essential for today’s busy, fast-moving consumer.
ELIZABETH GIBSON: I truly love this celestial-inspired cuff with diamond and design accents that shine like stars orbiting diamond planets!
2ND PLACE : Lika Behar Collection
24K fusion gold and sterling silver Twist straight earrings with diamonds (0.31 TCW) and 22K gold earwires
$1,760
3RD PLACE : Alp Sagnak
FourFace Skull bracelet in hand-woven silver and 18K yellow gold clasp with rubies
$9,500
RETAILER’S CHOICE AWARD
LIKA BEHAR COLLECTION
$1,760
24K fusion gold and sterling silver Twist straight earrings with diamonds (0.31 TCW) and 22K gold earwires
Closing With Confidence: How Bailey's Fine Jewelry Achieved Outstanding Results With Wilkerson
When Trey Bailey, President and CEO of Bailey's Fine Jewelry, decided to close the Crabtree location in Raleigh, North Carolina after 15 years, he knew the decision needed to be handled with intention and professionalism. The goal was clear: exit the location while maintaining financial strength and honoring the store's legacy.
Having worked with Wilkerson successfully in the past, Bailey understood the value of their comprehensive approach. "They understood both the emotional and financial sides of the store closing sale," Trey explains. "Their reputation for professionalism, results and care made it a very easy decision."
The results exceeded expectations. Wilkerson helped Bailey's sell through significant inventory while maintaining the dignity of the closing process. "They don't just run a sale, they help close a chapter in the best way possible," Bailey says, strongly recommending Wilkerson to any jeweler facing a similar transition.
