Draft:Ben-Amun by Isaac Manevitz

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Ben-Amun is a fashion jewelry company based in the Garment District of New York City.[1][2][3] Ben-Amun is known for its handcrafted, made-to-order jewelry, which is sold on their website, as well as through global wholesale retailers.[4][5][6]

Ben-Amun was established in 1980 by Egyptian jewelry designer Isaac Manevitz and gained recognition in 1989 after Jackie Kennedy wore a Ben-Amun cuff to a Kennedy Library dinner.[1][2] The cuff was later auctioned at Sotheby's for $29,000.[7] The company’s name is derived from the name of Manevitz’s first born son, Ben, and, in a nod to his Egyptian heritage, the name of a historic Egyptian pharaoh: Tutankhamun.[1] Ben-Amun's jewelry incorporates materials like imported Czech glass stones, Majorca pearls, semi-precious stones, and 24K gold electroplated brass.[2][8] [9]As of 2024, their jewelry has been sold in countries all over the world in Europe[10], Asia[11], Australia[12], and the Middle East[13], as well as the United States[6].

About Ben-Amun
Industry Fashion Jewelry[2]
Founded 1980[1]
Founder Isaac Manevitz[2]
Headquarters New York City, NY[2]
Website www.ben-amun.com

Designer Background[edit]

Isaac Manevitz in his New York City design studio
Isaac Manevitz in his New York City design studio

Isaac Manevitz is the son of a jeweler for the Egyptian royal court. Having learned jewelry techniques from his father, he began his journey in jewelry design.[14] After immigrating to the United States and earning a Fine Arts degree from Brooklyn College in New York, he gained further knowledge working at jewelry companies such as Trifari, before deciding to create his own brand.[1]

Isaac Manevitz, a member of the Council of Fashion Designers of America since the early 1980s, maintains an active role in creating both jewelry and abstract wooden sculptures at his New York City studio.[2] He has collaborated with other notable CFDA members including Calvin Klein and Oscar de la Renta, and jewelry has been worn for the runway shows of Jonathan Simkhai, Veronica Beard, and more.[1][2] In 2008, Manevitz received a certificate of Esteemed Member signed by former council chairwoman Diane von Furstenberg.[15]

CFDA Esteemed Member Certificate given to Isaac Manevitz in 2008
CFDA Esteemed Member Certificate given to Isaac Manevitz in 2008, signed by Diane von Furstenburg

Press[edit]

Ben-Amun's designs have been featured in various fashion publications, including Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, InStyle, and Elle.[1][16] [17][18][19][2]

Ben-Amun jewelry has made appearances in television shows such as Gossip Girl, The Recruit, Grace and Frankie, The Young and the Restless, and Reign.[20]

Notable features include Elsa Hosk posing with gold-tone Ben-Amun jewelry for Vogue Taiwan in February 2019.[21]

In 2021, Ben-Amun's pearl necklace was showcased in Addison Rae's music video "Obsessed"[22][23] and Amber Mark's music video "Competition."[24][25]

In 2023, the brand was highlighted in British Vogue, worn by singer Rihanna alongside husband A$AP Rocky, styled by then Editor-in-Chief Edward Enninful.[26]

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d e f g "Isaac Manevitz (1980)". MAM-E Fashion Encyclopedia. 23 June 2023. Retrieved 26 February 2024.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g h i "Isaac Manevitz". CFDA. Retrieved 9 March 2023.
  3. ^ Steigrad, Alexandra; Strugatz, Rachel (22 August 2011). "Trends Key in Offsetting Weak Economy" (PDF). Womens Wear Daily. p. 17. Retrieved 26 February 2024.
  4. ^ "Home". Ben-Amun. Retrieved 26 February 2024.
  5. ^ "Ben-Amun Jewelry at Neiman Marcus". Neiman Marcus. Retrieved 26 February 2024.
  6. ^ a b "Ben-Amun at Bergdorf Goodman". Bergdorf Goodman. Retrieved 26 February 2024.
  7. ^ "Ben-Amun's New Jackie O-inspired Collection Hits Amazon Tomorrow". Glamour Magazine. 30 August 2012. Retrieved 26 February 2024.
  8. ^ "Our Story". Ben-Amun. Retrieved 26 February 2024.
  9. ^ "Ben-Amun". Samantha Ogilvie Boutique. Retrieved 26 February 2024.
  10. ^ "Ben-Amun". The Outnet. Retrieved 26 February 2024.
  11. ^ "Accessories". Adam et Rope. Retrieved 26 February 2024.
  12. ^ "Ben-Amun". Husk. Retrieved 26 February 2024.
  13. ^ "Ben-Amun". Poison Drop. Retrieved 26 February 2024.
  14. ^ Hamm, Jessica (15 December 2015). "Behind the Baubles: Ben-Amun". Bedknobs & Baubles. Retrieved 26 February 2024.
  15. ^ "Ben Amun". Tomfoolery. Retrieved 26 February 2024.
  16. ^ Shaw-Ellis, Daisy (2 February 2023). "Bangles Are Back! Pearls Are Sticking Around! These and More Spring Jewelry Trends to Know". Vogue. Retrieved 23 March 2023.
  17. ^ Lamonte-Djite, Tara (2 October 2015). "So Genius: Wear Your Necklace Backwards". Harper's Bazaar. Retrieved 23 March 2023.
  18. ^ Cristobal, Sarah. "Natasha Lyonne Like You've Never Seen Her Before". InStyle. Retrieved 23 March 2023.
  19. ^ Duenas Jacobs, Maria (9 January 2017). "7 Ribbon Chokers That Will Get You That Michelle Williams at the Globes Look". Elle. Retrieved 23 March 2023.
  20. ^ "Ben-Amun". Shop Your TV. Retrieved 23 March 2023.
  21. ^ "Vogue Beauty: Get Golden". Fashion Model Directory. February 2019. Retrieved 11 December 2023.
  22. ^ Rae, Addison (19 March 2021). "Obsessed (Official Music Video)". Youtube. Retrieved 11 December 2023.
  23. ^ Ben-Amun (19 March 2021). "Addison Rae Music Video". Ben-Amun. Retrieved 11 December 2023.
  24. ^ Mark, Amber (9 June 2021). "Competition (Official Video)". Youtube. Retrieved 11 December 2023.
  25. ^ Ben-Amun (1 June 2021). "Amber Mark Music Video". Ben-Amun. Retrieved 11 December 2023.
  26. ^ Hattersley, Giles (15 February 2023). "Rihanna Reborn: How A Megastar Became A Mother". British Vogue. Retrieved 11 December 2023.

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