Swarovski Innovation Spring/Summer 2013

Celebration in Authenticity with New Colors and Shapes

Bi-annually, Swarovski releases their Innovation - Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter (for the Northern Hemisphere). These are informed predictions of upcoming hottest trends. Though not always easily accessible, Swarovski provides a huge amount of information for their authorised customers to be up-to-date and informed of not only the trends, but their newly released products and colors that will complement and enhance that trend. This is a valuable resource for all jewelry-makers and artists. I hope that you will find this information here highly useful in your creativity sphere, as you plan forward to enrapture your fans and clients.

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"For SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, creative innovation in Spring/Summer 2013 is all about authenticity. Challenging times highlight the importance of togetherness, loyalty and traditional values. These social qualities are reflected in precision-cut crystals that fuse beauty and technology in sparkling additions of pure simplicity, romantic playfulness and ethnic vibrancy."

Each Swarovski Innovations announces not only new products, but upgrades to existing articles, and line extensions (either additional colors, sizes) to current catalog. The upgrades normally will replace a pre-existing item. I will not be covering the full gamut of all that is released in this Innovation Spring/Summer 2013 (SS2013). I will cover most of them - especially the new lines/products and important upgrades and extensions.

Overview

However just to be as complete and informative as I can, have a look at the following overviews of all the ...

• New Products
• Upgrades
• Line Extensions
• Product Families

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Swarovski Innovations for Spring/Summer 2013

Crystal Luminous Green (001 LUMG) - New Effect

This new effect Crystal Luminous Green is set to be a new classic. It subtly shimmers from green to violet with the play of light. Use it to warm up cold colors, for sci-fi and fantasy tinged creations. Will work equally well for serene and romantic designs.

This dual effect will add an extra dimension of vibrancy to your designs.

AVAILABLE FOR:
CRYSTAL STONES
Round Stones, Flat Backs No Hotfix & Hotfix, Sew-on Stones, Fancy Stones, Beads, Pendants

SEMI-FINISHED PRODUCTS
Transfers Hotfix, Jeans Buttons, Buttons with Metal Shank, Chaton Bandings, Flat Back Bandings, Rivets, Rose Montes, Chaton Montes, Square Rivets, Rose Pins, Crystal Mesh Standard, Crystal Mesh Metallisée, Crystal Aerial Mesh

See (in new window): Crystal Luminous Green (001 LUMG) available in.

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Rose Peach (262) - New Color

The new Rose Peach colour is romantic, yet bold. Like a combination of cherry blossoms and heady fragrance of roses.

Rose Peach is perfect for ethnic jewelry or for a dreamy vintage look. It is touted to be a new design favourite, perfectly expressing the upcoming trend of toned-down luxury. And also because all shades of red are among the best selling colors in the market!

AVAILABLE FOR:
CRYSTAL STONES
Round Stones, Flat Backs No Hotfix & Hotfix, Sew-on Stones, Fancy Stones, Beads, Pendants

SEMI-FINISHED PRODUCTS
Transfers Hotfix, Jeans Buttons, Buttons with Metal Shank, Chaton Bandings, Flat Back Bandings, Rivets, Rose Montes, Chaton Montes, Square Rivets, Crystal Mesh Standard, Crystal Mesh Metallisée, Crystal Aerial Mesh, Cupchains & Findings

See (in new window): color Rose Peach (262) available in.

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Burgundy-Blue Zircon Blend (723) & Fern Green-Topaz Blend (724) - New Crystal Blends

Burgundy-Blue Zircon Blend

Stunningly Beautiful!

This new crystal blend: Burgundy-Blue Zircon Blend morphs the two colors of Burgundy with Blue Zircon - a sparkling representation of a late Mediterranean sunset.

Fern Green-Topaz Blend

Even more stunningly beautiful!

A soothing, nature-feel blend evoking a tranquil meditation in the lush, glistening woodland at dusk.

BOTH BLENDS AVAILABLE FOR:
CRYSTAL STONES
Sew-on Stones, Beads, Pendants

See (in new window): Burgundy-Blue Zircon Blend (723) & Fren Green-Topaz (724) available in.

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Crystal Rose Peach Pearl (001 674) - New Effect

This new pearl color/effects is ideal for the coming of spring and summer. Its peach-blushed shade entwines with the late summer's English roses and delicate summer evenings. It will work itself seamlessly into organic, nostalgic, and vintage-kissed trends.

AVAILABLE FOR:
CRYSTAL STONES
5810, 5811, 5816, 5817, 5818, 5821, 5840

SEMI-FINISHED PRODUCTS
Crystal Pearl Buttons, Crystal Pearl Rivets

See (in new window): Rose Peach Pearl (001 674) available in.

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Crystal Pearl Gemcolors - New Effects

Finally! More colors for Swarovski's Crystal Pearls. And this is a great addition and a much needed splash of organically bright colors.

These Crystal Pearls Gemcolors is a flawless, thick, and opaque. It perfectly captures the look of ivory, turquoise, jade, coral, and lapis. This is a fully coordinated seven-color family that lends itself with panache and sophistication to romantic nostalgia, vintage looks, tribal designs, and a dash of vivacity.

AVAILABLE COLORS:
Crystal Ivory (001 708), Turquoise (001 709), Jade (001 715), Pink Coral (001 716), Lapis (001 717), Red Coral (001 718), Dark Lapis (001 719)

AVAILABLE FOR:
CRYSTAL STONES
Crystal Pearls (5810, 5811, 5816, 5817, 5818, 5821, 5840); Flat Back Hotfix Cabochons

SEMI-FINISHED PRODUCTS
Crystal Pearl Buttons, Crystal Pearl Rivets

See (in new window): Pearl Gemcolors available in.

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Innovationial Inspirational Bonus: Pearl Gemcolors Combinations

As an extra bonus, here are some Swarovski supplied photos showing you some delish combinations of these new Pearl Gemcolors with various coordinated crystals and shapes. You can take ideas and inspiration from these and use them as your springboard to your next creations.

(Click to view larger image)

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XILION Chaton (1028) - Line Extension

This line has extended to offer a new size, with effects & colors. This size extension covers all current assortment using the 1028 XILION Chaton.

SIZE: PP 6

COLORS/EFFECTS: 3 effects, 5 colors

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Round Stone (1100) - Line Extension

Additional colors have been added to this article.

SIZE: PP 3, 4, 5

COLORS/EFFECTS: 1 effect, 4 colors

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New Product Families

All these are completely new, introduced at Swarovski Innovation Spring-Summer 2013.

Wave Family

This innovative shape with the artistic twist comes in a family suite of products including Flat Back (No Hotfix and Hotfix), Bead, Pendant, and as the base articles for Transfers.

Echoing the motion of the seas, this new shape lends itself naturally to marine themed designs. At the same time, it space-age twists yields easily to contemporary designs with an edge. They fit just as easily into mosaic arrangements, lacey patterns, or as boldly woven visuals. They can create geometric rows or produce highly complicated designs.

Chessboard Family

The launch of these amazing cuts comes in 12 colors. The matching cuts brings about a highly unified ensemble look but with freedom for the creation of uniquely individual works. They are available as Jeans Button, Crystal Rivet, Snap Fastener, and Decorative Button.

The chessboard cut works well with unisex denim and sports look; classic architectural styling, accessories; textiles. It is glamour with a defined twist.

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Flat Back No Hotfix & Flat Back Hotfix (2788) - New Innovation

The Wave Flat Back belongs to the Wave Family of new products. Its shape is evocative of the ocean and is a natural for aquatic and maritime look.

It will also suit well in romantic, nature-inspired, ethnic, or cool masculine themes.

Yields easily to clean geometric and or repeating designs: floral, stars, flames, waves, mosaics, lacey, woven patterns.

SIZES: 8, 10, 14MM

COLORS/EFFECTS: Crystal, 5 effects, 4 colors

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XILION Rose Flat Back Hotfix (2038) - Upgrade

This is an upgrade from the 2028 XILION Rose Flat Back Hotfix. This new 2038 XILION Rose Flat Back Hotfix completely replaces the 2028 Hotfix. It will be offered at the same price as the old.

It is easy to distinguish the retired 2028 vis-a-vis the new 2038. The proof of the advance silver mirror application is the rose color gold on the reverse side of the element.

This new silver mirroring (A HF) is new and unique in the Hotfix market. It creates a warmer, brighter look producing more intense, livelier colors (diamond like). It has an improved table size, making it even more brilliant than its predecessor 2028.

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Rhombus Flat Back Hotfix (2709) - New Innovation

The Rhombus was previously available in the Flat Back No Hotfix and is now introduced into the Hotfix category as well. Both are offered in the same range of colors and effects.

SIZES: 10x6, 13x8mm

COLORS/EFFECTS: Crystal, 3 effects, 5 colors

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Rivoli Snowflake Fancy Stone (4747) - New Innovation

A cooling shape - ideal for summer. It is ideal for the delicate, feminine look. Swarovski particularly recommends this for eyewear and watches.

This comes out only in a tiny shape for those magical discreet touches of brilliant sparkles.

SIZE: 5mm

COLORS/EFFECTS: Crystal, 3 effects, 2 colors

Note: Metal Setting (4747/S) is also available for this shape.

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Rivoli Butterfly Fancy Stone (4748) - New Innovation

Let your creativity take flight with this uplifting shape. A romantic and playful shape, delicate & feminine. Ideal for combining with figurative shapes like flowers, hearts, and the existing Butterfly product range.

SIZE: 5, 10mm

COLORS/EFFECTS: Crystal, 1 effect, 6 colors

Note: Metal Setting (4748/S) is also available for this shape.

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Shell Fancy Stone (4789) - New Innovation

Ideal for oceanic, maritime, aquatic, tropical looks - especially with combined with other maritime symbols. A perfect addition to the summer trend of holidays, ocean views, and drinks by the pool.

Invert it and combine with other geometric shapes for a distinctive Art Deco look.

Lots of colors and effects for a true color play!

SIZES: 14, 23, 29 mm

COLORS/EFFECTS: Crystal, 6 effect, 5 colors

Note: Metal Setting (4789/S) is also available for this shape.

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Organic Oval Fancy Stone (4855) - New Innovation

Mythical, hypnotic, with Art Deco tendencies - it turns easily to nostalgic, vintage, ethnic, and organic themes. A highly adaptable shape combining well with a myriad of shapes.

SIZES: 8x5, 10x6, 13x8 mm

COLORS/EFFECTS: Crystal, 4 effect, 4 colors

Wave Bead (5525) - New Innovation

Part of the new Wave Family - a sure and confident merger of graphic & multi-faceted with 3-dimensional appeal. Perfect for marine times and for strong athletic appeal.

The hole is specially positioned, making it ideal to combine with pearls and other beads. This special wave shape accommodates individual use or aesthetic linking.

SIZES: 19, 28 mm

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Column Bead (5534) - One Hole - New Innovation

Uncomplicated, minimalist - it is an ideal combination to other shapes and beads. Unpretentious and versatile.

SIZES: 14.5x5, 19x5, 23.5x5 mm

COLORS/EFFECTS: Crystal, 6 effects, 1 color

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Column Bead (5535) - Two Holes - New Innovation

As with the 5534, this Column bead is unpretentious and minimalist, lending itself into an endless arrangement, by itself, and in combination with other shapes.

With 2 holes, it has more stability and is ideal for bracelets, colliers, and structural arrangements. This comes in many different colours.

SIZES: 19x5, 23.5x5 mm

COLORS/EFFECTS: Crystal, 5 effects, 12 colors

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Crystal Mesh Ball (40512, 40515, 40519) - New Innovations

This is one of the most exciting, interesting items I have seen from Swarovski - I think mainly because of its unexpectedness.

These little Crystal Mesh Balls are highly versatile. It is opulent and ideal for top-end looks. These products are a combination of Crystal Pearl covered with sparking Crystal Mesh - most ingenious.

They are offered in 3 different sizes, with increasingly more sparkles to each. The trio of sizes make them ideal for creating matching sets (earrings, bracelets, necklaces, accessories).

SIZES: 12, 15, 19 mm

COLORS/EFFECTS: Crystal, 1 effect, 8 colors

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XILION Bi-cone Pendant (6328) - Upgrade

This pendant with its amazing patented XILION cut will completely replace the 6301 Bi-cone Pendant. The new 6328 is at the same price level as 6301.

Swarovski has chosen to upgrade to the revolutionary XILION cut for this article. The XILION cut with its alternating larger/smaller facets results in superior brilliance and more intense light reflection. The XILION cut cannot be imitated: it is copyright protected.

SIZES: 6, 8, 10 mm

COLORS/EFFECTS: Crystal, 5 effects, 16 colors

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Ellipse Pendant (6470) - New Innovation

Modern minimalist with a sophisticated, futurist elongated look. Easy to use - only requires a jump ring/pinch, bail, chain, or cord. Also a perfect combination with other geometric shapes and Crystal Pearls.

Appeals to both men and women.

SIZES: 32, 40, 48 mm

COLORS/EFFECTS: Crystal, 5 effects, 5 colors

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Wave Pendant (6525) - New

Part of the new Wave Family, the Wave Pendant is a confident merger of 3D with multifaceted graphics.

SIZES: 19, 28 mm

COLORS/EFFECTS: Crystal, 5 effects, 4 colors

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Dufflecoat Crystal Button (3024) - New

Playful, sparkly, and utilitarian combined - launches in 3 colors and 8 effects. It has large holes: can be threaded with thicker yarns, leather, cord, or other unconventional materials. Excellently modern and stylish. Use also on armbands, wristbands, apparel, bags, and accessories.

SIZES: 23, 32 mm

COLORS/EFFECTS: Crystal, 8 effects, 3 colors

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Chessboard Jeans Button (1796/140) - New

Part of the new Chessboard Family. Sophisticated with matching cuts for a unified look.

Unisex - goes well for denim or sporty looks; classical or architectural styles. And for adding that extra touch of class.

SIZES: 17 (14) mm

COLORS/EFFECTS: Crystal, 6 effects, 5 colors

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Chessboard Snap Fastener (1789/100) - New

Part of the new Chessboard Family. Sophisticated with matching cuts for a unified look.

Unisex - goes well for denim or sporty looks; classical or architectural styles. And for adding that extra touch of class.

SIZES: 11 (10) mm

COLORS/EFFECTS: Crystal, 6 effects, 5 colors

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