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Alberto ParadaAmerican jewelry designer
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Content:
- Biography of Alberto Parada
- The Self-Taught Designer
- The Unique Designs
- A Pioneer in the Industry
- Awards and Recognition
Biography of Alberto Parada
Alberto Parada is an American jewelry designer and owner of the eponymous jewelry brand, 'Alberto Parada', founded in 1999. Born in 1968 in New York City, Parada considers both the United States and South America, where his parents are from and where he spent most of his youth, to be his home. He currently resides in Washington, DC but frequently travels to Paraguay and Uruguay. His unique cultural heritage has been a source of inspiration for his passion for bold yet refined designs that are influenced by traditions while also being something entirely new and refreshing.
The Self-Taught Designer
Parada is a self-taught designer, having not undergone any formal professional training. However, he spent 15 years working with local jewelers in Washington before opening his own store in the stylish Georgetown area in 1999. With his own shop, Alberto aimed to showcase what seemed to be lacking in the jewelry industry at the time. He describes the vision for his initial line as jewelry that embodies everyday elegance, pieces that can be worn anytime and in any situation.
The Unique Designs
By combining diamonds and beautiful South American semi-precious stones with 18-karat gold in various shades, Alberto creates jewelry that is renowned not only for the high quality of its materials but also for the unmatched craftsmanship of his jewelers. The most discerning clients highly value his one-of-a-kind pieces with their unique designs for their timeless yet contemporary style.
A Pioneer in the Industry
In addition to his innovative designs, Parada is known for being an advocate for environmentally-friendly production and a participant in the 'No Dirty Gold' campaign. He showcased one of his lines during the first 'Seattle Green Fashion Week' and has since regularly participated in similar events that promote the idea of 'eco-luxury'.
Awards and Recognition
In 2009, Alberto Parada received the 'JCK Jewelers Choice Award' for 'Best Necklace Design'. In 2010, he was a finalist for the 'NICHE design award' and nominated for the '2010 Eco-Chic Rising Star' by the Fashion Group International in Washington, DC.