Holiday Treasure Hunting!

With all the 'big-box', 'cookie cutter' stores out there we understand why you are looking for something truly unique and one-of-a-kind. Treasure hunting--and then finding that perfect gift--is such a rush! 

Daily we have people walk in to our shop looking for something truly unique & we enjoy helping to find just the perfect thing!

Antique & Vintage Gift Ideas Galore!

Victorian, c. 1890, Cupid Pin w/ Natural Pearls

 Art Deco, c. 1920s, Sapphire & Diamond Ring

 

Designer Seaman Schepps Sputnik Pin/Pendant w/ Sapphires & Diamonds

 

Antique Replicas from French molds c. 1920s/30s

Ming's of Hawaii Estate Four Seasons Pendant

Let us know where you are finding your great treasures--It's fun to share the joy of treasure hunting!

Links to other great treasures:   

Mellow Antiques  

Catherine's Closet Vintage Boutique 

Lang Antiques

Sotheby's 

Ruby Lane 

Affordable Gifts

Yes, we know. . .you think of "Antiques" & "Estate Jewelry" and see dollar signs! Of course, there are some occasions and events in your life where a splurge is necessary; however, the majority of the time you want to pick up a gift that looks like you spent a lot without actually breaking the bank. We have the solution for you here at Mellow's! 

 Our La Vie Parisienne fashion jewelry line from Paris, France looks like it cost you a bundle, while price points start at just $28! AND we do layaway on items of any price--30% down and 3 months to pay--What a deal!

Here at Mellow Antiques, we have carried La Vie Parisienne for over 15 years and we are the only boutique in Honolulu that carries this line. Exclusive...check! Affordable....check!  Stylish. . .but of course!

La Vie jewelry is made from antique French jewelry molds from the 1920s and 1930s. The antiqued metal is a copper base with either 14k yellow gold or sterling silver overlay and only genuine Swarovski Austrian Crystals are used. The earrings are fashioned with a French wire, which makes for easy wear and sophisticated style, and the necklaces generally adjust to two different lengths--such versatility!

If you haven't already experienced (and become addicted to) La Vie jewelry--you're missing out! Come in today to peruse the collection and ask us about the La VIP card--a collector's card that helps you save, save, save!

 And while you are here, take a look around the shop at our one-of-a-kind antique and estate pieces--it's like being in a museum with free entry!

 Happy shopping,

--the gals at Mellow's

FYI: Our summer hours end September 19th, until then we are only open Tues/Thurs/Fri 10am-5pm or by appointment

The Wedding Cafe Presents. . .The Beautiful Bride July 2011

Last Wednesday evening The Wedding Cafe kicked off their first workshop of the summer series with The Beautiful Bride.

Mellow Antiques was well represented & our La Vie Parisienne jewelry line was a hit!

We were super excited to announce the launch of our new in-store hands-on custom design program--in which the customer gets to design their own piece using a 3 dimensional, easy-to-use, computer program. Click below to watch a video of the program!

For CounterSketch Demo CLICK HERE or on the video above

We are taking appointments now for this fun & fabulous program--call or email to set up at time. (808)533-6333 or shop@mellowantiques.com

Click on the link below to watch Laura & Greta talk about Mellow Antiques, our portion starts at 25:00.

Click the link below to view the video from the workshop

http://www.vimeo.com/27078957

*Our portion begins at 25:00*

Reminder that our summer hours from August 1st--September 9th are Tuesday/Thursday/Friday 10am-5pm or by appointment. 

We are returning to our regular hours mid-September with a back-to-school sale, Sapphire Trunk Show, & more! Stay tuned to our blog for details, or email us to request our newsletters and updates.

Christmas in July SUMMER SALE!

SUMMER SALE!

Beginning Wednesday July 6th and running throughout July (while supplies last)--Come in for great deals on fab fashion jewelry & gifts. Get a head start on your holiday shopping!

Each item is a one-of-a-kind, so come in early for first pick.

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By the way. . . Our Vintage Bride Trunk Show was a hit! 

We had 40 brides & their guests attend--sipping on mimosas, enjoying cupcakes & other treats, and finding all the perfect vintage accessories from Mellow Antiques & Catherine's Closet.

Leslee of Ellenson Photography captured the event with her excellent wedding photography skills!

Bride models a 1950s wedding gown

Brides won lots of great prizes!

We plan to make this an annual event--stay tuned for VIP invites to go out next spring, with the trunk show being held June 2012.

If you missed out on the trunk show, come in for a personal vintage style session & create a stylish vintage look for your wedding day! Call or email for appointments: 

Mellow Antiques: (808)533-6333, shop@mellowantiques.com

Catherine's Closet: (808)521-0772, ccvbhonolulu@gmail.com

Mellow Antiques & Catherine's Closet Present--Vintage Bride, June 25th 10am-1pm

VINTAGE BRIDE--A TRUNK SHOW

~ Enjoy complimentary mimosas & cupcakes, courtesy of Cake Couture~

♥ Learn ways to add vintage flair to your wedding day: Try a vintage hat or fascinator; add gloves, a hankie, or vintage crystal earrings!

♥ Re-design your engagement ring or custom create your wedding bands

♥ Take advantage of special prices & enter to win prizes!

Vintage Fashion & Hats by 

Catherine’s Closet Vintage Boutique: 123 Merchant St. Ste 103 Honolulu, HI www.ccvbhonolulu.blogspot.com

Antique & Estate Jewelry by 

Mellow Antiques & Estate Jewelry: www.mellowantiques.com

Photography by 

Ellenson Photography: www.ellensonphotography.com

Cupcakes provided by Cake Couture:

www.cakecouture.com

Where:

Mellow Antiques Davies Pacific Center: 841 Bishop St. Ste 156 (Entrance on Queen St)

When:

Saturday June 25th, 10am-1pm

Space is limited--Register Early!

The first 15 Brides to Register 

Receive a Swag Bag full of Vintage Bride goodies!

Call: (808) 533-6333 Email: shop@mellowantiques.com

Bridal Bonanza!

We had a blast at The Wedding Cafe's Bridal Trunk Show, held on location at The Bridal Boutique--lots of great deals to be had! 

Brides purchased dresses at 40% off!!! 

Our jewelry was a hit with the brides....The Paris fashion jewelry line is affordable and elegant for both the bride and her bridesmaids. Like the crystal earrings in various colors--starting at just $47 each (AND the more you buy, the more you save!)

If you missed the event, you can still see the action. Click here to view the webcast! -------->   Bridal Trunk Show Video                

The Wedding Cafe Presents. . .The Beautiful Bride

The Wedding Cafe FREE Wednesday night workshops for brides to be kicked off last Wednesday with a workshop focusing on "The Beautiful Bride". We were there in full support to showcase our jewelry for the bride and her wedding party. The video shows the entire workshop....excellent resources for the bride to be! Check it out!

http://vimeo.com/19290611

The Wedding Cafe has FREE Wednesday workshops weekly. To register, visit their website: www.theweddingcafe.net. What an excellent way to gather information without having to go to each and every vendor!

Vintage vs. Antique

So often we hear the terms vintage and antique thrown around so loosely that one becomes confused as to the meaning behind the words. In fashion we hear, "oh, it's vintage" to pretty much describe anything that is either without a designer's label or from an unknown time period. In the world of wine we hear the word vintage referring to a year and/or origin of the wine. In jewelry, however, there is a distinct difference in the terms. 


Vintage refers to anything that is 20 years or older, whereas an antique technically must be at least 100 years old. True antiques are harder to find these days, while vintage seems to be plentiful! The fashion magazines have used, and misused, the word vintage to the point that we sometimes don't even take it seriously--So, you're saying my old, beat up Smurfette t-shirt from when I was a kid is vintage? (um, okay. . .sure!)


We adore true antiques at our shop. We have some lovely pieces that date back to the Victorian Era, as well as originals from 'Old Hawaii', which were used in the recent Princess Kaiulani Movie. Antique shopping can become addicting and we have some clients who can vouch for that. The intricacy of the workmanship from these past eras, at a time before we booted the human touch from the workshop and replaced it with machines, is truly incredible. Filigree designs, hand-cut diamonds, and natural pearls add a unique touch to the antique jewelry. 

 14k white gold Art Deco Pin, circa 1920

Amongst our vintage pieces you'll find fun chandelier earrings and 'liquid silver' necklaces, circa 1970s; and--our favorite--Italian Lucite Jewelry, circa 1980s. We love it all and we have something for everyone! So now that you have a better grasp on vintage vs. antique, perhaps you'll impress your friends with such trivia and become a savvy shopper!

1980s Italian Lucite (above), 1970s Silver Necklace (below)

Happy Hunting!

Our First Blog Post!

I suppose we have an excuse for being such a 'late bloomer' in the blogging world. . . Much like what our shop offers, our practices are also, for the most part, 'antique'. We open our shop door with an actual key, we hand write our sales receipts, and we often run into our clients at the local grocery store! We have, however, established ourselves recently on Facebook , Twitter, and now have our own blog. So, at least our intentions are good, even if we are amongst the 'late adapters'.

Our hope is that this blog becomes a way for our current clients and friends to keep up with the happenings of our shop and the ever entertaining and interesting topics surrounding antique and estate jewelry and collectibles.  We invite you to comment and share your experiences and questions. We would adore your decision to become our 'follower', and we encourage you to share our blog with your friends and family.

In an era in which monetary value has become increasingly more important to people than historical value, we are finding less availability of true antique jewelry ('antique' referring to 100 years old or more).  Yet, there are those of us who still enjoy the story of a true antique--or the story that one can imagine it would tell. . .

Jewelry has so many facets, and at Mellow Antiques we enjoy touching upon each one of them in order to bring our clients closer to their dreams. Mahalo for helping us come closer to ours. We hope you enjoy blogging with us!

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