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Meet Matthew Infused with inspiration from countries worldwide and his background in sculpture, jewelry and architecture, American designer Matthew Campbell Laurenza blends experiences and cultures to produce unique and distinctive jewelry designs. Born in Colorado, Matthew lived in New Mexico and Texas as a child before moving to Kentucky where he finished high school. He began his studies at Savannah College of Art and Design pursuing a degree in architecture and interior design. Realizing that architecture had creative limits, Matthew transferred to Bellarmine College and adjusted his focus to pursue a degree in Fine Arts with a speciality in sculpture. Although no longer pursuing architecture, he applied the concepts of design and construction to his sculpture projects and began to construct breathtaking jewelry designs. Every piece of jewelry is art. The carving of the wax, the placement of stones, the use of color and texture, the profile—all of these elements combine to create a miniature sculpture to be worn and become a part of someone’s daily life. As a part-time expat for the last 17 years, Matthew splits his time between Asia, the United States and the multitude of countries he visits. His non-stop travel schedule means that he is frequently in as many as five or six countries within a single month. As Matthew travels, he makes time to see the sights, experience the local culture, and visit the museums—all of which serve as a starting point for his designs. The old adage that ‘history repeats itself’ draws Matthew to historical design periods. The art deco, renaissance, modernism, arts and crafts and other movements hold special appeal. Artists are a product of their environment. We are sensitive to what has come before us, and acutely attuned to what is happening around us. My travels have informed and shaped everything I do and in return, I bring a new point of view and an invigorated energy to the design process. Matthew uses these strong influences and blends them with modern and refreshing nuances to develop opulent designs. Matthew Campbell Laurenza’s women’s collection launched at Bergdorf Goodman in 2007 and was introduced shortly thereafter at Neiman Marcus, Harrods, Lane Crawford in Hong Kong, and other high-end luxury retailers. Today, the brand is in 36 markets and sold through more than 100 retailers worldwide including cosmopolitan centres such as London, Hong Kong, Dubai, New York, Los Angeles, Singapore, Paris, Tokyo, and Moscow.
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M.C.L Craftsmanship M.C.L by Matthew Campbell Laurenza embodies Matthew’s belief in superb craftsmanship. Each piece stands as a work of art and is crafted in its own unique way. Our jewelry is all hand made—from the designs to the wax carving, construction, gem-setting, polishing... absolutely everything from concept to customer. With a 6-8 month design period for each style, quality control is critical at every stage to preserve the distinctive M.C.L signature aesthetic. Our natural stones are sourced from around the world—rough stones are chosen by certified staff and cut by the finest stonecutters to ensure optimum clarity and beauty. The difference in origin of the stones gives each design a particular surface texture, color gradient and unique identity. As Matthew explains: Different regions produce different colors in even the same kind of stones. For instance, the amethysts we see in Brazil take on a deep violet hue where as those sourced from Africa have a paler color to them. Our jewelry is sculpted entirely from 925 sterling silver then plated in black rhodium, which is both durable and comfortable for those with allergic reactions to the precious metal. Certain pieces are plated in 18k gold vermeil. These traditions will always be a cornerstone of M.C.L craftsmanship. Recently we expanded our range of wearable sculpture to include pieces that are carved from sustainably sourced materials, including horn and wood. Each and every piece of M.C.L jewelry is hand made and individually hand set with only the finest sapphires, rubies and semi-precious gems. We strictly forbid the use of adhesive products to set stones. The refined technique of hand-setting not only provides for the secure setting of our gemstones, it results in better texture and a greater sparkle to our finished pieces. The method also ensures that no two pieces are exactly alike. The differences are subtle, but when viewed with a keen eye you will see that these subtle differences reflect the unique character of each individual item and the considerable care taken during production.
Our Signature Style We create wearable sculpture, ornate pieces that exude a bohemian-luxe spirit. Our signature aesthetic distilled into a single word: vibrant. M.C.L jewelry makes daily accessorizing a bright and powerful part of a woman’s style. We believe that every piece of M.C.L jewelry makes a statement. They are designed to be noticed. And our signature can be found in the choice of vivid enamel coloring, the radiance of our genuine sapphires, the creamy luster of a freshwater pearl or the earthy elegance of semi-precious gemstones, all of which are ethically sourced from around the world.
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The Manhattan Collection There was a time when it was said all roads led to Rome. Now, some might say that all roads lead to Manhattan. New York City’s most famous borough (and historical birthplace) entices people from all over the world. Roads of creative inspiration lead artists and designers of every conceivable form into the concrete beehive. Avenues of global change are carved out at the United Nations Headquarters. Boulevards of possibility open every morning at 9am when the bulls of Wall Street emerge. This is also the city that launched M.C.L, so for me it has a special kind of power that can’t be compared with anywhere else. What I love about Manhattan is that so many luminaries, dreamers, influencers, wannabes and stars would say exactly the same thing if you asked them why the loved the city. It is the kind of place that invites you to take ownership of it. A place that is much more welcoming than people give it credit for. There are other things many people don’t realize about New York, like how many quiet spaces there are. The city offers so many moments of solitude and reflection. Or how many pockets of luscious greenery that line the streets, and the rows of patchworked buildings sewn together by history. Or the sky. How I love the Manhattan sky, the way nature’s painterly hues contrast against the abstract shadows of the rooftops. This collection is an ode to the city, but also to the people and places that make it so special. Every time I visit I think about the generations of New Yorkers that have passed before me. I wonder, as they stood in this same spots that I have stumbled upon, or those places I visit time and again... did they see what I see?
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1. Manhattan Cuff: MBG000339-07-YL-WT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with yellow sapphires and white topaz accented by lemon yellow enamel 2. Iris Cuff: MBG000084-07-YL-WT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with yellow sapphires and white topaz accented by lemon yellow enamel
3. Lafayette Bangle: MBG000206-07-YL-WT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with yellow sapphires and white topaz accented by lemon yellow enamel 4. Lexington Cuff: MBG000208-07-YL-WT-BT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with yellow sapphires, blue and white topaz, accented by lemon yellow enamel 5. Edith Cuff: MBG000334-07-YL-WT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with yellow sapphires and white topaz accented by lemon yellow enamel
2. Iris Bangle: MBG000084-RK08-BMIX-BKS-BT-B l 925 sterling silver plated with black rhodium, hand-set with multicolored sapphires, black spinel and blue topaz, accented by glittering aqua enamel 3. Lexington Cuff: MBG000208-RK18-RHO-BKS-B l 925 sterling silver plated with black rhodium, hand-set with rhodolite garnet and black spinel accented by glittering purple enamel 4. Lafayette Bangle: MBG000206-RK08-BMIX-BKS-B l 925 sterling silver plated with black rhodium, hand-set with
multi-colored sapphires, black spinel and blue topaz, accented by glittering aqua enamel
5. Manhattan Bangle: MBG000271-RK08-BMIX-BKS-B l 925 sterling silver plated with black rhodium, hand-set with
multi-colored sapphires and black spinel accented by glittering aqua enamel
6. Madison Bangle: MBG000284-RK18-RHO-BKS-B l 925 sterling silver plated with black rhodium, hand-set with rhodolite garnet and black spinel accented by glittering purple enamel 1
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1. Chelsea Earrings: MER000186-07-YL-WT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with yellow sapphires and white topaz accented by lemon yellow enamel
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6. Louise Bangle: MBG000176-07-YL-WT-BT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with yellow sapphires, blue and white topaz, accented by lemon yellow enamel 1
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1. Chelsea Earrings: MER000186-67-RED-WT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with red sapphires and white topaz accented by bright white enamel
2. Whitney Earrings: MER000455-YL-WT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with yellow sapphires and white topaz 3. Empire Earrings: MER000292-07-YL-WT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with yellow sapphires and white topaz accented by lemon yellow enamel 4. Billie Earrings: MER000250-YL-WT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with yellow sapphires and white topaz
2. Georgia Earrings: MER000328-RED-WT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with red sapphires and white topaz
5. Edie Earrings: MER000173-YL-WT-A l 925 sterling silver
3. Greenwich Earrings: MER000203-67-RED-WT-A l
6. Greenwich Earrings: MER000203-07-YL-WT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with yellow sapphires and white topaz accented by lemon yellow enamel
925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with red sapphires and white topaz accented by bright white enamel
plated with white rhodium, hand-set with yellow sapphires and white topaz accented by lemon yellow enamel
4. Billie Earrings: MER000250-RED-WT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with red sapphires and white topaz 5. Empire Earrings: MER000292-67-RED-WT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with red sapphires and white topaz accented by bright white enamel 6. Whitney Earrings: MER000455-RED-WT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with red sapphires and white topaz accented by bright white enamel
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1. Chelsea Earrings: MER000186-RK18-RHO-BKS-B l 925 sterling silver plated with black rhodium, hand-set with rhodolite garnet and black spinel accented by glittering purple enamel 2. Billie Earrings: MER000250-RHO-BKS-B l 925 sterling silver plated with black rhodium, hand-set with rhodolite garnet and black spinel 3. Georgia Earrings: MER000328-RHO-BKS-B l 925 sterling
1. Louise Bangle: MBG000176-RK18-RHO-BKS-B l 925 sterling silver plated with black rhodium, hand-set with rhodolite garnet and black spinel accented by glittering purple enamel
silver plated with black rhodium, hand-set with rhodolite garnet and black spinel
4. Empire Earrings: MER000292-RK18-RHO-BKS-B l 925 sterling silver plated with black rhodium, hand-set with rhodolite garnet and black spinel accented by glittering purple enamel
5. Dorothy Earrings: MER000293-RHO-BKS-B l 925 sterling silver plated with black rhodium, hand-set with rhodolite garnet and black spinel
6. Greenwich Earrings: MER000203-RK08-BMIX-BKS-B l 925 sterling silver plated with black rhodium, hand-set with
multi-colored sapphires and black spinel accented by glittering aqua enamel
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Image credits Cover: Manhattan Skyline From The Hudson River. Photo: holbox. Pg 1-2: Lower New York Through Brooklyn Bridge Arch, Manhattan Post Card Publishing Co., Inc. Pg 7-8: United Nations Building, Chrysler Building and East River Scene, Manhattan Post Card Publishing Co., Inc.
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1. Madison Bangle: MBG000284-67-RED-WT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with red sapphires and white topaz accented by bright white enamel 2. Iris Bangle: MBG000084-67-RED-WT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with red sapphires and white topaz accented by bright white enamel 3. Lexington Cuff: MBG000208-67-RED-WT-A l 925
sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with red sapphires and white topaz accented by bright white enamel
Pg 9: Manhattan Skyscrapers. Photo: Herbert Heinsche. Pg 12: Cast Iron Buildings in Manhattan’s Soho District. Photo: Robert Crum. Pg 13-14: Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street, Manhattan Post Card Publishing Co., Inc. Pg 15: Chrysler Building At Night. Photo: Robert Crum. Pg 18: Vintage Crystal Art Deco Ceiling Light, Manhattan. Photo: littleny. Pg 19-20: Radio City Music Hall, World’s Largest Theatre, Manhattan Post Card Publishing Co., Inc. Pg 21: Flat Iron Building, Manhattan. Photo: Allen.G.
4. Manhattan Cuff: MBG000271-67-RED-WT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with red sapphires and white topaz accented by bright white enamel
Pg 24: Soho Fire Escapes, Manhattan. Photo: Michel Stevelmans.
5. Louise Bangle: MBG000176-67-RED-WT-A l 925 sterling
Pg 25: Art Deco Door, Manhattan. Photo: Worldpics.
silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with red sapphires and white topaz accented by bright white enamel
6. Lafayette Bangle: MBG000206-67-RED-WT-A l 925 sterling silver plated with white rhodium, hand-set with red sapphires and white topaz accented by bright white enamel
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1. Lafayette Bangle: MBG000206-RK18-RHO-BKS-B l 925 sterling silver plated with black rhodium, hand-set with rhodolite garnet and black spinel accented by glittering purple enamel 2. Astor Bangle: MBG000489-RK08-BMIX-BKS-B l 925 sterling silver plated with black rhodium, hand-set with multicolored sapphires and black spinel accented by glittering aqua enamel 3. Lexington Cuff: MBG000208-RK08-BMIX-BKS-BT-B l 925 sterling silver plated with black rhodium, hand-set with multi-colored sapphires, blue topaz and black spinel, accented by glittering aqua enamel
4. Manhattan Cuff: MBG000271-RK18-RHO-BKS-B l 925 sterling silver plated with black rhodium, hand-set with rhodolite garnet and black spinel accented by glittering purple enamel 5. Madison Bangle: MBG000284-RK08-BMIX-BKS-B l 925 sterling silver plated with black rhodium, hand-set with multicolored sapphires and black spinel accented by glittering aqua enamel 6. Iris Bangle: MBG000084-RK18-RHO-BKS-B l 925 sterling
silver plated with black rhodium, hand-set with rhodolite garnet and black spinel accented by glittering purple enamel
Cover: Night Scene, Manhattan. Photo: Drop of Light.
About Our Jewelry We create wearable sculpture, ornate pieces that exude a bohemian-luxe spirit. Our unique and versatile styling blends classic influences with contemporary design. Every piece of M.C.L jewelry makes a statement. They are designed to be noticed and our team go to great lengths to ensure our statement is of the highest quality. M.C.L jewelry is all handmade, meticulously crafted in sterling silver and plated in durable rhodium or 18k gold vermeil. Other pieces are sculpted from sustainably sourced materials, including horn and wood. The one thing all of our jewelry shares is vibrancy. It’s the M.C.L signature, making daily accessorizing a powerful part of every woman’s style. That signature can be found in our choice of vivid enamel coloring, the radiance of our genuine sapphires, the creamy luster of a freshwater pearl or the earthy elegance of semiprecious gemstones, all of which are ethically sourced from around the world.
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