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|February 15, 2012

I think we should all have lots of collaborations. The outcome is so refreshing and exciting!
Noam Zucker, the lady behind Eva Mendelbaum used her mad illustrated skills and joined forces with Yael Rosen and her Kisim empire. Together the two created Carnivorous, a mini collection of leather bags inspired by the body tattoos of the Japanese Yakuza. There is something quite intriguing about the way they decided to use wild flowers as their main motive.
BTW, Noam was kind enough to share with us a glimpse of the behind the scenes sketches and I couldn’t be any happier!

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One On One Break | Reason To Be Pretty | Blossom Moment

|December 7, 2011

Nophar Haimovitz aka “Reason To Be Pretty” goes by the saying “there is always a reason to be pretty”. Don’t know what about you, but I definitely buy that!
When Nophar first wrote me, it was long after I tried to reach her… I guess she sensed me looking for her from the other side of the world ;)
I fell in love with her colorful and extra sophisticated world. Then again, I’m a sucker for statement pieces. You know I am!
Give it up for Nophar and her dreamy neck pieces. I’m sure you gonna enjoy the ride!

www.reasontobepretty.com

	I’d love to hear about you, your journey, how it all began.
	As every average Israeli, I came out of the army with very little knowledge about what I wanted to do with myself. I went to study interior design, hoping I’ll end up in building restoration. I didn’t like it, took a year off and started doing mosaic. Than, I decided to study jewelry and accessory design, I signed in to Bezalel, where I actually wanted to study, and to Shenkar “just in case”. By than I was 25. I got into both, and it suddenly hit me that I really want to study fashion at Shenkar, as it is one of the best in the world. To be honest, the only one surprised about me going to study fashion design was… me. Everyone else always thought that’s what I should do (but neglected to tell me). During my Shenkar years I have met a really cute and talented student in the industrial design department. We got married while I was still in school. So Shenkar ended up to be a VERY smart decision… Right after I graduated, we followed our dream and took a plane to ‘America’. We ended up in NYC (“Concrete jungle where dreams are made of”), that was 4 years ago and we’re still in love with this city. During that time, I interned and worked in the fashion industry. I took classes in embroideries, embellishments and different couture techniques, participated in international embroidery competition and started my own line.	NopharHaimovitz
	Can you describe your work process for me?
	It varies by collection (my neck pieces collection has a 3 sub-collections). With my floral collection (which is a “one of a kind”), I start by looking at my materials, deciding on a color and take out everything within this color combination, laying it all on my table, than I dye fringe or flowers, sculpt the silk flowers, embroider and sew all the components together. I don’t have a specific order in mind, I have an idea about what I want and play with the materials, but usually everything just somehow comes together. Than there are the fringe and chain necklaces, these are more simplified version of the floral necklaces. In general, I create from an eclectic array of materials and color and my desk is a mess at the end of the day…	NopharHaimovitz
	Which materials do you work with?
	I work with everything; fringe, silk flowers, crystals, metal chains and components, beads, fabrics, ribbon, wool… However, I would never work with leather or real fur.	NopharHaimovitz
	What is the most unusual piece you have ever designed?
	I participated in an international embroidery contest in which embroidered a whole army style jacket (made from real army shirts), it took me 4 months. That was crazy! I also have another piece, its an embroidered top that I have made for one of my projects during my school year. It was inspired by Kawaii and the whole Japanese cuteness culture. It’s just a basic wife-beater top, completely covered with bits and pieces of fabrics, crystals, toys and more. I think this item was the one that opened my eyes and mind, made me realize who I am as a designer and what I’d really like to do, which is fabulously pretty things.	NopharHaimovitz

	What’s next? What is your dream?
	I just launched my website with the new neck pieces and a brand new line of feminine and graceful silk dress. Lately I also began selling my designs in boutiques around the world and will be opening my own online store soon. The dream is the usual dream, to be able to sell my line in more stores, see a celebrity wear one of my pieces, be featured on Vogue. But basically, my dream is to have people share my love for absolutely pretty things, get my vision by wearing my pieces and to be able to keep doing what I love, where I love to do it.	NopharHaimovitz
	I’m curious to know where does your inspiration come from?
	I’m obsessed with the color Pink and with flowers, everything blooming fascinates me. I’m trying to recreate for my clients that same feeling I have when I go to the botanical gardens and see a magnificent Magnolia tree or look at my rose bush (pink of course). Also, I collect materials such as interesting beads, flowers, buttons, fabrics, bows and lots of embroidery books. By looking at them I get inspired.	NopharHaimovitz
	Can you tell me which designers inspire you?
	Well, of course the houses of Chanel and Lanvin, they know pretty, grace, feminine, fabrics, I want to cry when I see Chanel’s Haute Couture Collections. The fabrication and embellishments are to die for! I’m also obsessed with Christian Lacroix. All the embroideries and couture embellishments, the shape of the garments and layering… His sketches are insane, so simple and intense, so beautiful and full of color.	NopharHaimovitz
	What about some web sites and blogs that you visit regularly?
	I go through many, I’m a google fanatic. I like all the street style blogs such as The Sartorialist or Street Peeper . I go over the items at NotCouture, where you see the new and cool stuff. I love Style Bubble, Susie Bubble has excellent style, I adore everything she wears! But basically, since I live in NYC, my best bet is just to walk down the street, look at the people and get inspired.	NopharHaimovitz
	What is the best advice you’ve ever received?
	I never actually heard it as an advice but my parents made sure we (my brothers and I) will always follow our dreams. They always say “you should follow your dreams and everything else will work itself out.”	NopharHaimovitz
	If you had an extra hour each day what would you do with it?
	To be honest, I have a very good time management skills. Before meeting my husband, I used to give up sleeping and work 24/7. He taught me how to do everything during the day and still get my beauty sleep at night. But, if and when I have more time on my hands, I would definitely learn how to knit and learn Spanish and Arabic.	NopharHaimovitz

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Carmelita | Naama Brosh | She Loves Me, She Loves Me Not

|September 8, 2011

Naama, oh Naama, how come I can’t stop thinking about your blossoming necklace? Believe me, I tried, but for some reason I keep coming back for a visit at Naama’s etsy shop. It almost feels like it has my name on it and will be waiting for me till the end of time.
{Photo by Yifat Verchik}
You can get in touch with Naama here: nbrosh {at} gmail {dot} com

in Fashion, Israeli Designer | Tags: Accessories, Etsy, Flowers, Jewelry | 2 Comments.

World Break | EmersonMade | A Garden of Linen Flowers

|July 4, 2011

Lets Continue our 4th of July celebration here at DesignBreak with the bigger than life accessories by EmersonMade. I can’t think of a better fit for a proper celebration than these magnificent linen flowers! All you have to do is just pick your favorite flower (I know, it’s so difficult to choose!) and place it wherever. I’m dieing for The One and Only Flower Chain since forever… I guess it’s time to act on it.
BTW, the EmersonMade blog, E.M. Journal and Facebook page (I already told you it’s difficult to choose) are on the top of my summer e-getaway list these days. Care to join me?
{This is an American World Break}
www.emersonmade.com

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World Break | MaaP Studio | Ceramic Perfection

|May 29, 2011

I don’t know why but every time I come across ceramic jewelry it feels like the most beautiful creation I have ever seen. Well, this time is proved to be no exception!
Monika Skrzypkowska, the lady behind MaaP Studio, created a ceramic garden filled with minimalistic lines and block colored jewelry.
You can visit her Etsy Shop for some more ceramic joy.
{This is a British World Break}

www.maapstudio.com

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Yaarit Mechany | Lucid Dream, a Floral Fantacy

|April 28, 2011

A sneak peek of Yaarit Mechany’s first solo exhibition! Happening tonight at the Periscope – Contemporary Design Gallery in Tel Aviv. Yaarit’s childhood memories, nostalgia and fantasies come to life by techniques that are long gone these days.
I’m dying to see Yaarit’s magical touch and her use of floral fabrics. It makes me want to go on a Liberty fabric spry with her.
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On a side note, I’m on a mission to get these sneakers. I will get them, so help me god!
I’ll do anything! Just thought you would like to know ;)
www.yaaritmechany.com

in Exhibition Break, Industrial Design, Israeli Designer | Tags: Flowers, Home Decor, Memories | No Comments.

Tamara | fabriclicious!

|February 3, 2011

Tamara’s accessories have a special place in my heart. Her necklace was one of the first that led the way for me to become an accessories junkie.
Tamar has this unbelievable ability to turn a pile of fabrics into the most stunning statement piece.

www.tamara-design.co.il

in Fashion, Israeli Designer | Tags: Accessories, Fabric, Flowers, Necklace | 4 Comments.

Giveaway Break | And The Winner Is…

|January 31, 2011

So… Maayan, you are the flowery winner.
I’ll be in touch real soon.
Stay tuned for our February Giveaway Break. It’s one of my all time favorites…

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Giveaway Break | Blossom Is Everywhere

|January 21, 2011

So… As I mentioned before,
2011 will be filled with treats. From now on, I’ll be having a monthly Giveaway Break!
I’m a huge fan of Shelley Leemor’s Urban Blossom and now you too can have your own brooch.
Enter for your chance to win it:
- comment on this post, and please leave a valid email
- for a second or third entry, just blog/tweet about the giveaway linking back to it, then leave a comment here with a link to where it’s posted
- the giveaway ends next Friday (1/28) and the winner will be announced on Monday (1/31).
www.o-shan.com

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Dvarim Tovim | Yael Uriely | Textile Garden

|January 9, 2011

Yael enjoys creating jewelry from recycled materials. It can be vintage fabrics, fabric scraps, old buttons and beads. She tries to keep her designs as “green” as possible.
As someone who appreciates flowers, Yael’s world of textile flowers makes me want to wrap myself with it all day long. It’s like Alice in wonderland, the textile version.
FYI, Dvarim Tovim means Good Things in Hebrew.

www.dvarim-tovim.com

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Yael Melzer | Blooming paperie

|November 10, 2010

Oh my, a metal mash!
Yael makes it all seem so fragile and delicate.
I just love it when you come across a unique way of design! I wish I knew what the secret is behind this paperie vibe.
{Photos by Yaniv Schwartz}
You can get in touch with Yael here:
yaelimel {at} gmail {dot} com

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Efrat Cassouto | Harmonic Winter

|September 6, 2010

This fall it’s all about the statement jewelry! Efrat took it to a new level and outdone herself! If you liked her “wild is the wind” you are gona love her “concerto”. This time it’s bigger, brighter and more dramatic then ever.

www.efratcassouto.co.il

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Designfenzider | Ron Gilad | Vase Crush

|August 19, 2010

I’m a bit asshamed at this moment…
I just found out about those brilliant vases by Ron Gilad but the truth is that they have been around for more than three years!
I need to do some homework and the sooner the better :)
I’m sure you all would like to see Ron’s recent work so just visit his latest exhibition at spacesetc.com

www.designfenzider.com

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Student Break | Shir Gur | Stop and Smell the Roses

|August 10, 2010

Shir is a 2010 graduate of the Fashion Design Department of Shenkar College of Engineering and Design.
I love the way Shir spiced things up and added all these little creatures and flowers to her mix. I’m a flower girl in heart but for me they souhld stay in a vase. Shir’s point of view made me second guess my belief.
“For me, flowers symbolize spiritual enjoyment and the beauty of the moment. As life is temporary and nothing lasts forever, I invite you to take a moment with me, grasp it at its peak, hold it close to your heart and enjoy its beauty.”
You can get in touch with Shir here:
shirgur {at} inter {dot} net {dot} il

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Wapa Studio | Ady Shapira | Tulip

|June 8, 2010

Ady has magic hands. When ever I visit her Etsy shop, I find magical creations. This time, the tulip candle light holder caught my eye. The light glows so beautifully!

in Ceramics, Israeli Designer | Tags: Candle, Etsy, Flowers, Porcelain, Tulip | 1 Comment.