Jude Frances Trunk Show at Mystique Jewelers to Benefit Alexandria Seaport Foundation

Although they admit that they are as different as white and yellow gold, when Jude and Frances met at a charity dinner in 2002, they instantly knew they would make ideal business partners. Today, not only have they become best friends, they have turned their line into a multi-million dollar company. “We are there for each other through thick and thin. Not a day goes by when we don’t talk,” says Jude.

Frances, mother of two and former owner of an interior design firm, oversees design and operations for Jude Frances. She was born in the English countryside and favors the more romantic, classic styles. Her favorite piece in the line is a JudeFrances diamond monogram necklace that Jude designed especially for her as a birthday gift. Frances is inspired by architecture. In fact, the new Venetian Collection launching in June 2007 was inspired by a trip she and Jude took to Italy for Frances’ 40th birthday. “The iron grill work I saw in Venice inspired our new diamond overlay designs.”

Jude, mother of three, leads sales and marketing. This Texas native inspires the edgier side of the line. Her favorite piece in the line is a white gold cuff bracelet with a diamond cross that Frances gave her as a birthday gift. Jude is inspired by fashion and style and has a knack for staying ahead of fashion trends.

Jude Frances Jewelry is headquartered in Southern California. Its famous clients include Oprah Winfrey, Kristen Chenoweth and Paris Hilton. The 18kt. gold jewelry line is designed with diamonds and beautiful semi-precious gemstones. It features a unique interchangeable hoop and charm concept along with beautiful necklaces, bracelets and engagement rings.

I hope you will stop by Mystique Jewelers in Old Town Alexandria tomorrow for the Jude Frances Trunk Show. If you come by after 5pm, we will have champagne and hor d’ouevres and will donate 10% of sales to Alexandria Seaport Foundation. Through the building and use of wooden boats, the Alexandria Seaport Foundation helps at-risk youth turn their lives around and provides families, community groups, and schools with meaningful educational, social, and recreational experiences. Full-time apprentices earn their GED and prepare for a career in the building trades. The latest additions to their program include vocational training in green construction, a summer program, and an afterschool program.

Hope to see you tomorrow at Mystique!

- Miss A