Let’s take a look back at what has been a wonderful year.
Wow! What a year it has been, and how the time has flown. Thinking back on 2024, so many incredible memories and milestones come to mind. From exciting product launches to heartfelt stories, it’s been a whirlwind year full of growth, creativity, and timeless treasures.
But I don’t want to simply tell you how great of a year it’s been. I’d also like to take you on a little journey through Stuller’s top moments of the year captured through our blog. Think of this as Stuller’s greatest hits playlist for 2024. Whether you have been following along all year or just discovered us, these moments are worth experiencing.
Just Peachy
We kicked off the year with the Pantone Color Institute’s Color of the Year — Peach Fuzz. This soft, cozy peach color warmed our hearts with the stunning gemstones that reflected or complemented its sweet and airy sentiment, such as Sunstone, Morganite, Coral, and Rose Quartz. Check out our story on Peach Fuzz and consider the possibilities it can still have in your jewelry showcase.
Jewelry That Spoke Without Words
Earlier this year, Stuller designer Megan Tran used her talent and passion to partner with the Affiliated Blind of Louisiana. Together, they designed two pendants that say Hope and Love in braille to address the lack of jewelry that is made for the visually impaired. Read through our story to see how Megan approached the organization, collaborated with them, and created pieces that have been added to Stuller’s fine jewelry line.
Fun Fact: This is the first Stuller blog to contain an audio reading — making it accessible to the visually impaired.
A Governor Who Parades in Style
In partnership with the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Stuller’s designers and CAD/CAM Services teams came together to create and manufacture a pair of custom Mardi Gras beads. Governor Jeff Landry and First Lady Sharon Landry wore these beads as they represented the state of Louisiana at this year’s annual Washington D.C. Mardi Gras ball. These beads are more than your average plastic trinkets. They are made with 14K gold, feature crushed pearl enamel, and showcase beautiful designs that symbolize Louisiana’s culture. Oh, and the pieces were made in just eight days!
You’ve got to check out the full story.
Spotlight on Style
If there is one thing I can’t get enough of, it’s following the latest jewelry trends. This year, we did our best to keep you in the know on the latest trends and hottest stories. From heart-shaped motifs and Taylor Swift’s bold red accents to green gemstones and new bridal designs, this year truly has been one of the most fashionable. Catch up on the latest trend reports and style highlights.
You’ve got to check out the full story.
A Stuller Love Connection
As jewelers, we hear about all kinds of wonderful love stories from our customers. However, there comes a time when you hear about a love connection that really tugs at your heart. This one in particular began when two jewelry designers from different states met while at a Stuller training event. Their story took them from hours-long phone conversations to cross-country moves. Dustin and Lindsay Brake’s story is worth the read. Just have a box of tissues handy! You’ve been warned.
Unveiling Innovation
JCK Las Vegas is always one of the biggest highlights of the jewelry industry’s year. From new styles and solutions to educational and networking opportunities, JCK Las Vegas is the premier destination for Stuller on the road. This year, we pulled out all the stops and worked hard to truly wow you. Did we see you there?
Committed to Excellence
Stuller is dedicated to providing exceptional experiences — for customers and employees alike. In August, we were recognized for this commitment with a Great Place to Work® Certification™, which is an achievement provided by a third-party global authority on workplace culture. Read more about this exciting announcement below.
New Possibilities With Fresh Experiences
This year brought about so much newness, but our catalogs are some of the most outstanding additions to our year. In 2024, we released not one, but FIVE new catalogs: Fine Jewelry 2024–2025, Packaging & Displays 2024–2025, Findings & Metals 2024–2025, Mountings 2024–2025, and Lab-Grown Diamond Jewelry 2024–2025. These catalogs represent thousands of new and refreshed products that easily translate to updated shopping experiences on Stuller.com.
Birthstone Bliss
Rounding out the year is the completion of a comprehensive collection of birthstone guides. These guides give an in-depth look at all birthstones, their history and symbolism, care instructions, purchase options, and sales tips. At a time when personalization and gemstone jewelry are major trends in the industry, these guides can be a real help in creating a successful sales strategy.
Cheers to 2024!
As you can see, this year has been good to us, and we hope it’s been just as good to you. Thank you for being our partner this year as you create lasting memories with timeless treasures. We raise a glass to you and look forward to an even better year to come.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Taylor Dizor
Staff Writer
Taylor holds degrees in Political Science and Communication from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette as well as multiple certifications from GIA. His years in the wedding industry and love of fashion trends helps him write content for the on-trend and creative jeweler.