FROM OUR NOVEMBER ISSUE: FASHION FUTURES BEAD READ

by Karen Alberg Grossman Nov 01, 2023




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AUTHENTIC, SUSTAINABLE, STYLISH

Stephen Sotnick has long been a celebrated artist and menswear designer. His brand new venture, a collaboration with menswear veteran David Rush, is much more than fabulous jewelry. Says Sotnick, “The look is contemporary, but the beads are not. They’re old trade beads: Ghanaian, Ethiopian, Yemeni, Cameroonian, Venetian, Bohemian, French, Moroccan, and Indian. Some of the Bohemian beads come from companies more than 500 years old in what is now the Czech Republic. The American Indians used them….”


These authentic trade beads can be 50 to 5,000 years old. The more modern beads, 50 to 100 years old, are universally traded for their beauty. In both categories, each necklace/bracelet is distinctive and gender-neutral, adding much personality to the elevated casual wardrobes now dominating the fashion scene.


Suggested retails on finished pieces run about $150 to $250 for limited edition necklaces and $65 to $95 for the bracelets. For more information, Drush0117@gmail.com.

3 Replies to “FROM OUR NOVEMBER ISSUE: FASHION FUTURES BEAD READ”

  1. Congratulations David! Wishing you much success in your new venture.
    Warmest Regards, Jeff

  3. Congratulations to my dear long time friend Stephen Sotnick and David. Stephen’s designer artists eye, has been spot on in our industry for 50 years. His heart and personality is as loving and gracious as it gets in our industry. So proud of you guys and your newest collection designs are off the chain.. Respect you guys…. You both set the Bar… 🙏🥰♥️🙏😎

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