PRETTY CURIOUS | How Hot Is Jewelry? with Irene Neuwirth
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Jonathan Vaness interviews jewelry designer Irene Newworth about her career, her design process, and her favorite beauty products and trends. Irene shares her story of how she started her business, from selling beaded jewelry to Barney's to opening her own flagship stores. She discusses her unique approach to jewelry design, which involves mixing precious and semi-precious stones in unexpected ways. Irene also reveals her favorite budget beauty products, splurge recommendations, and her thoughts on current beauty trends. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, from Irene's love of opals to her thoughts on the importance of customer experience. Jonathan and Irene also discuss the importance of relationships in business and how Irene's upbringing influenced her career. The episode is full of insights and inspiration for anyone interested in jewelry design, beauty, or entrepreneurship.
Outlines
Airbnb Hosting
This Chapter discusses the potential of Airbnb hosting as a side hustle, encouraging listeners to consider renting out their homes or spare rooms for extra income. The speaker emphasizes the ease of getting started and the benefits of supporting local economies.
Pretty Curious with Irene Newworth
This Chapter introduces Irene Newworth, a jewelry designer from Los Angeles, as the guest on the Pretty Curious podcast. Jonathan Vaness, the host, expresses his admiration for Irene's work and her unique approach to jewelry design.
Irene's Journey in Jewelry Design
This Chapter delves into Irene's background and her journey into the world of jewelry design. She shares her early experiences with horses, her unconventional career path, and her serendipitous encounter with Barney's, which led to her first major order. Irene also discusses her dedication to learning and her passion for jewelry making.
Irene's Design Process and Inspiration
This Chapter explores Irene's design process and the sources of her inspiration. She emphasizes the importance of relationships with stone vendors and her unique approach to mixing precious and semi-precious stones. Irene also shares her love of opals and her unconventional color combinations.
Rapid Fire Beauty Q&A
This Chapter features a rapid-fire Q&A session where Irene shares her favorite budget beauty products, splurge recommendations, and her thoughts on current beauty trends. She also discusses her favorite vintage beauty look and her philosophy on customer experience.
Keywords
Irene Newworth
Irene Newworth is a jewelry designer from Los Angeles, known for her unique and eclectic designs. She has been featured in publications like Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, and The New York Times, and her jewelry has been worn by celebrities like Naomi Watts, Tracy Ellis Ross, and Julianne Moore. Irene's work is characterized by her use of both precious and semi-precious stones, often in unexpected combinations. She is also known for her meticulous attention to detail and her commitment to creating a luxurious customer experience.
Jewelry Design
Jewelry design is the art and craft of creating jewelry, which includes necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, and other adornments. It involves a wide range of skills, including metalworking, stone setting, and design. Jewelry designers often draw inspiration from a variety of sources, including nature, art, and fashion. They may also specialize in specific types of jewelry, such as fine jewelry, costume jewelry, or vintage jewelry.
Opals
Opals are a type of gemstone known for their iridescent play of color. They are formed from silica spheres that are arranged in a regular pattern. Opals are found in a variety of colors, including white, black, and fire opal. They are often used in jewelry and are considered to be a symbol of hope, creativity, and good luck. Opals are also associated with the zodiac sign of Libra.
Airbnb Hosting
Airbnb hosting is a way to earn extra income by renting out a room or your entire home to travelers. It is a popular option for people who want to supplement their income, meet new people, and share their home with others. Airbnb hosts can set their own rates, manage their bookings, and interact with guests through the Airbnb platform. Airbnb hosting can be a flexible and rewarding way to make money, but it also requires some effort and commitment.
Beauty Trends
Beauty trends are constantly evolving, influenced by fashion, culture, and technology. Some popular beauty trends include natural makeup, bold lips, and contouring. Beauty trends can be a fun way to express yourself and experiment with different looks. However, it is important to choose trends that suit your individual style and skin type.
Customer Experience
Customer experience is the overall impression that a customer has of a business. It encompasses all aspects of the customer journey, from the initial interaction to the final purchase. A positive customer experience can lead to increased customer loyalty, repeat business, and positive word-of-mouth. Businesses can improve their customer experience by providing excellent customer service, offering high-quality products and services, and creating a positive brand image.
Q&A
How did Irene Newworth get started in jewelry design?
Irene started making jewelry as a hobby and eventually got her first big break by selling her pieces to Barney's. She then learned more about jewelry making and eventually opened her own flagship stores.
What is Irene's unique approach to jewelry design?
Irene likes to mix precious and semi-precious stones in unexpected ways, creating a unique and eclectic style. She also emphasizes the importance of relationships with stone vendors and her meticulous attention to detail.
What are some of Irene's favorite beauty products?
Irene recommends Jones Road Miracle Bomb for a budget-friendly beauty product and Joanna Czech facials for a splurge recommendation. She also loves Pure Soma baths and Westman Atelier Lip Gloss.
What is Irene's philosophy on customer experience?
Irene believes that the customer experience should be luxurious and memorable, from the moment a customer walks into her store to the moment they open their jewelry box at home. She pays attention to every detail, from the packaging to the store's decor.
What is Irene's advice for people who are involved in businesses with a customer experience?
Irene emphasizes the importance of creating a unique and memorable experience for customers, paying attention to every detail and creating a strong brand identity.
What is Irene's favorite vintage beauty look?
Irene admires her mother's natural beauty and her commitment to aging gracefully. She also mentions Geraldine, a model who often wears Irene's jewelry, as an example of someone who embodies a timeless and elegant beauty.
What is Irene's opinion on current beauty trends?
Irene is a fan of chunky chains, multiple ear piercings, and dramatic hair changes. She is not a fan of trading bracelets or fabric jewelry.
What is one beauty treatment that Irene recommends?
Irene recommends radio frequency microneedling, which she says has changed her skin.
Show Notes
We’re MAJOR fans of Irene Neuwirth Jewelry, known for her one-of-a-kind and incredibly gorgeous pieces! Irene tells Jonathan the story of her slow and steady journey from hobbyist at local gem shows to crafting unique pieces for major celebrities. She shares all that inspires her creative vision from her mother’s influence as a painter, to mixing and matching gems in playful ways that break traditional rules of jewelry making, and even the thought behind her individualized packaging. Plus, that time as a young designer when she broke a rare opal!
Irene Neuwirth is a jewelry designer from Los Angeles. She began experimenting with jewelry design after college and soon after she found herself inundated with requests for her one-of-a-kind pieces. In 2003, with business partner Tracy Stoll, Irene Neuwirth Jewelry was born. Her jewelry has been worn by celebrities like Naomi Watts, Tracee Ellis Ross, Julianne Moore, Sarah Paulson, and Busy Philipps, and her work has been featured in publications like Vogue, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, Town & Country, W, and The New York Times. Today the collection can be found at their flagship stores in Los Angeles, New York City, as well as leading boutiques across the globe.
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