1. Loree Rodkin was born on February 25,1949 and is an American jewelry designer based in Los Angeles, California.
13 Facts About Loree Rodkin
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Loree Rodkin designed the jewelry worn by Michelle Obama to the inaugural ball in January 2009, now deposited in the permanent collection of the Smithsonian Institution.
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Loree Rodkin moved to Los Angeles where she designed homes for Alice Cooper, Rod Stewart and her then fiance, Bernie Taupin.
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Loree Rodkin managed the careers of Brad Pitt, Robert Downey Jr.
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Loree Rodkin has lived in Manhattan, but is based in Los Angeles, California.
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Loree Rodkin's most famous piece is a bondage ring, reminiscent of medieval finger armor.
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Loree Rodkin's designs were further popularized by First Lady Michelle Obama, who wore Rodkin's 61-carat diamond celestial earrings, a 13-carat diamond cocktail ring and diamond bangles, to the 2009 inaugural balls.
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Loree Rodkin's designs are sold in retail specialty stores globally.
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Loree Rodkin's clientele has included Elton John, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, Madonna, Daphne Guinness, Mary J Blige, Cher, Rihanna and Steven Tyler.
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Loree Rodkin's collection includes a bath and body product line, eyewear, fragrances and candles.
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Loree Rodkin collaborated with perfumer and Hennessy heir Kilian Hennessy to launch a niche perfume line, called By Kilian, in 2016.
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Loree Rodkin makes use of symbolism, engraving and works with precious stones, gold and platinum.
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Loree Rodkin helped redesign the Beverly Hills tiki bar, Luau, opened by concert promoter Andrew Hewitt in 2008.