Japanese Crystal Ball Performer

This guy was hanging out in Yoyogi park in Harajuku, Tokyo, on a Sunday afternoon. He has clearly practiced a lot! I loved the music he played during his performance. My friends and I were completely mesmerized. He has a very expressive face too, with a charming smile... it really sells the show in the end. Made me feel like a little kid.

The juggler's name is Okotanpe - and yes he's amazing - one of my favorite memories of Japan! Second, the song that he uses in his final act is called ソレイユ (soreiyu, spelled using katakana, meaning sun, is the Japanese pronunciation of the French word "soleil", also meaning sun). It is sung by Yoshie Nakano 中納良恵.

I don't know exactly what size crystal ball Okotanpe uses in this video (other users have suggested that it is 95mm - 100mm), but you're welcome to ask him. Here's his youtube page: http://www.youtube.com/user/okotanpe

Also, here's his official webpage: http://okotanpe.com

If you want to buy the crystal ball, try contact this Swarovski crystal store: http://www.crystalshopping.com. I usually buy crystal products on it.

Swarovski Lofan New Sunrise Underwear

Swarovski Lofan new sunrise underwear has Openwork embroidery lace. The underwear brings French classical sculpture technology. The embeded Swarovski elements to meet the long-awaited sun has just risen, full of vitality, vigor and exciting.

Swarovski Crystal Cell Phone

Recently, I have a travel in Taiwan. I find Swarovski mobile phone decoraton is very popular by girls. Because the Swarovski crystals are embedded on the mobile phones shell. So, the mobile phones become very shinning.

Nude Supermodel for New Swarovski Jewlery

Swarovski new jewelry have wild style, free from all restraint. All women living in today's frantic beats could restore soft temperament, re-shaped into a modern neutral stylish.

Swarovski PGO Roadster

Following the Murcielago LP640 which was produced by Versace and Lamborghini, PGO Auto has staged a marriage with Swarovski. Tens of thousands of Swarovski crystal beads encased the entire body PGO roadster, so you feel the combination of extremely refined and luxurious.

3 million Swarovski crystal is evenly embedded in the shell of the PGO roadster. I believe that the roadster will come into people's conversation for a long time.

For the unique PGO roadster, it seems that the technology become less important. Dazzling brilliance lit up the people's eyes. it really made fans a taste of what is really a luxury.

Luxurious Crystal Bathtub Costs $790,000

If you are going to take time out of your busy schedule to enjoy a long and languorous bath, then you can splash out a cool $790,000 and this crystal bathtub can be yours.

This crystal bathtub is 2 metres in length and 55cm in heightis. The huge tub is carved from a enormous block of the purest white rock crystal, quarried in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil in 2006.

Baldi, an Italian design company known for developing luxurious products, heard about a ten-ton flawless crystal deep in the Amazon. The CEO thought it might make a beautiful bathtub and had the crystal brought to Italy so the company could use it.

The piece pictured above is actually the second bathtub made from the massive crystal (though both tubs have a unique design). The first was sold to a wealthy Russian for more than $800,000.

Marchesa Swarovski Crystal Beaded Clutch

Are you looking for latest fashion accessory? If yes then here are luxuries Marchesa Swarovski beaded clutch which is made like giant pieces of crystal jewelry. You must see it in person to appreciate the artistry and beauty.

My mother always told me that to be a lady, one or two decent and elegant dresses and handbags can never be less. You may dress casually in your daily life, but when you go out to attend formal and classy parties, you must dress elegantly and make yourself decent.

I have seen that there are many kinds of clutches are available in market but this Marchesa Swarovski crystal beaded clutch seems too much good and it’s perfect to put money. it’s nice to carry it for shopping or any special party.




A must have for each fashionista; this stunning Swarovski crystal studded clutch its price is just at $3,475. Given, this is not cheap, but what I mean is, it's cheaper than a necklace dripping with diamonds.

Anjuny Smart with 280 Thousand Swarovski Crystal Beads

Recently, I found a dream car, named Anjuny Smart. It is decorated with 283,960 Swarovski Crystal Beads and Swarovski Elements. In addition to the exterior, handrails, steering wheel, chair, etc. are also decorated with Swarovski crystal.

With legendary "unicom"as logo and "guardian of knight" as brand idea, ANJUNY is dedicated to R&D of high-grade automobile products and advocates a luxurious and high-quality life with cars.

ANJUNY has established cooperation with Swarovski Company, which, ushering in the development trend of the tide, has almost become the pronoun of luxury crystals thanks to its original cutting technology and excellent design and is splendidly followed by the fashion circle. Being the partner of Swarovski, all products of ANJUNY adopt Swarovski element purely to feature the most taste and luxury automobile car products.

It is reported that the Anjuny Smart is displayed at The 7th China Auto Accessories (Zhengzhou) Trade Fair 2010.

Jackson’s ‘84 Victory Tour Crystal Glove Sells for $190K

A Swarovski-crystal-studded glove belonging to the late pop star Michael Jackson has sold at a Las Vegas auction for $190,000.

Bidders from around the world bought up Michael Jackson memorabilia worth nearly $1 million at an auction on the anniversary of his death, including $190,000 for the Swarovski-crystal-studded glove he wore on his 1984 Victory Tour.

The bidding that began on Friday. People flew in from Asia, Russia, all over the world. It just shows you Michael Jackson is the most sought after and most collectible celebrity of all time.

More than 200 items was unlike anything we’ve ever experienced. Some items, brought 10 times more than their estimated value.

The Swarovski-crystal-studded glove, which was made of white spandex and covered with hand-sewn clear crystals, had been expected to sell for between $20,000 and $30,000. “But I’ll start the bidding at $1 just so you all can say that you bid on Michael Jackson’s glove,” auctioneer Kathleen Guzman said as bidders raised their paddles in a frenzy.

Then the real bidding began. It started at $31,000 and rose to more than $100,000 within seconds.Julien’s Auctions employees raised their own studded-gloved hands furiously as competing bids came in from anonymous bidders over the phone and online.
In the end, a $160,000 bid from Wanda Kelley of Los Angeles won out. A standard industry fee that goes to the auction house.

The winning bidder also bought a number of Jackson’s albums at the auction. She said she was prepared to go higher if necessary. “Let’s just say I wasn’t walking out of here without that glove,” Kelley said coyly shortly after claiming her prize.

Apple iPhone 4 Studded with Swarovski Crystal Covers

A few days ago, the Apple Inc. released iPhone 4. Now, CrystalRoc has launched the iPhone 4 studded with Swarovski Crystal Covers. CrystalRoc is always famous for its dazzling creations meant exclusively for the rich.

Each iPhone 4 cover is made with over 1500 individual Swarovski crystals and the light weight chrome base means they are light and durable. CrystalRoc are now taking pre-orders until the launch on the 24 June 2010. And the price is 999 pounds.

Recently, I found a professional Swarovski Jewelry Online Store. CrystalShopping.com also sells Swarovski crystal mobile phone decoration. I have bought several crystal mobile pendants and straps for me and my firends. They all like it. I suggest you should have a try.

Zhang Zilin Presents Swarovski’s Watch Collection 2010

Swarovski continues to explore the infinite possibilities of crystal as it ventures into the field of watchmaking in 2009. The watch collection, is a perfect fusion between Swarovski know how and the Swiss watchmaking expertise. The watches new design became a favourite among fashion-conscious women worldwide soon after their sparkling appearance at the Baselworld watch and jewellery show in March 2009. With a breathtaking presentation by Zhang Zilin, the first Chinese “Miss World”, the Swarovski watch collection shines brilliantly on the Greater China market.

As brand ambassador of the Swarovski watch collection in the Greater China region, Zhang Zilin personally presented Swarovski timepieces, in addition to appearing in the advertising campaign for the collection. At a promotional event for the Swarovski watch collection in Hong Kong, she shared her insights into fashion with guests from the Greater China region: “Women in modern China are versatile and live colourful lives. Feminine charm is accentuated by elegant and unique timepieces. Swarovski watches are superb in both appearance and functionality, and when adeptly combined with pure, multifaceted crystal, they integrate style and imagination into the lives of urban women and can justifiably be considered as masterpieces of modern fashion.” Says Zhang Zilin.

Swarovski commissioned the a creative team to produce the advertising campaign for the new watch collection. William Chang and Wing Shya worked closely with Zhang Zilin to present the enchanting charm of the Swarovski Autumn/ Winter watch collection.

The new Swarovski watch collection combines precise movements with exquisite faceting, and adds luxury and charm to urban women, giving them versatile styles and appearances. The new campaign featuring brand ambassador Zhang Zilin showcases Swarovski watches of various styles, each of which are a perfect marriage of precision, perfection and creation.

Recently, she made a special trip to Hong Kong to shoot a new series of promotional photos of a summer color, brand creative director Nathalie Colin and photographer Wing Shya filmed for her.

Swarovski hoped that through her wonderful interpretation, so that in 2010 the new watches will shine in the Greater China market.

Swarovski ‘Crystal Loves Leather’ Exhibit in Beijing

CRYSTALLIZED™ – Swarovski Elements is delighted to present highlights and designs from its ‘Crystal Loves Leather’ initiative in Beijing Legation Quarter from April 8 – 12, 2009, following the world tour from Paris, Tokyo, New York, and Seoul. Swarovski Elements Greater China Region Vice President Georg Nussdorfer took part in the conference. He introduced the brand development process of Swarovski and subtle cutting technology.

Just as the name shows, actually, the name has the meaning of applying crystals onto the finest smooth leather. We have to admit that it is really a great challenge with an extraordinary explosion of creativity. Even it is no doubt that Swarovski Elements is the leader of modern fashion trend. The avant-garde designers let their fantasies run free and created startling objects such as a glittering bunny mask and a hat that doubles as a handbag. Commercial accessories creations include beautiful handbags, belts and other quality leather accessories, and perfectly reflect chic design that focuses on the unification of the two materials. As far as I concerned, the pursuit of creative cooperation that leads to new and exciting applications for crystal has been a hallmark of the company policy since it was first founded 112 years ago and has now spread across the entire spectrum of the world of top design.

This exhibition not only presents the creativity and innovation on CRYSTALLIZED™- Swarovski Elements applying on leather pieces, but also exhibits exquisite one-of-a-kind showpieces from more than 40 world-renowned designers in the luxury field, including Stuart Weitzman、Escada、Coccinelle、Kaviar Gauche、Hugo Boss、Michael Teperson etc.

Especially, in addition to the international pieces, Chinese mainland famous designer Frankie Xie and Shiatzy Chen from Taiwan have shown their own creations made of crystal and leather. Two Chinese supermodels Mo Wandan and Dai Xiaoyi have also been invited to participate in the design process.

It's a challenge to make a perfect match of crystal and leather. But designers Frankie Xie and Shiatzy Chen have treated the mix as an opportunity for innovation, both in terms of design and also technology. And the results are used to decorate accessories from collars and belts to bags and shoes.

Designer Shiatzy Chen said, "The silk road is my inspiration. For me, fur and leather are a little bit dry. So when crystal is mixed, there is a balance. I want to make some kind of a breakthrough regarding the mixing of these two elements. Crystal comes in a variety of shapes. It's hard to design and cut. But if you make the right choice, you can create a fine piece. My collection is suitable for evening parties."

In my opinion, we should give high praise to the great CRYSTALLIZED™. Thanks to it, designers fortunately get wider space of creation and inspiration. Hope there are more and more particular items in fashion industry.

Milestones in the Swarovski Story

1862: October 24, Daniel Swarovski I born in Georgenthal, Bohemia.

1883: Daniel Swarovski visits the International Electric Exhibition in Vienna, where he sees machines invented by Edison and others, and recognizes the significance of the new technology for his own industry. He could not have foreseen, nor imagined, the production of twenty billion stones annually! or the production of chandelier parts, optical instruments, crystal ornaments, a menagerie of crystal animals, grinding and abrasive tools, glass reflectors for the road and rail, nor the production of faucets and knobs for both doors and cabinetry.

1892: Swarovski applies for patent on his first invention: a machine that cuts crystal jewelry stones with unprecedented precision for cutting crystal stones.

1895: October 1, Daniel Swarovski leaves Bohemia for Wattens, located in the Austrian Tyrol, to set up a factory specializing in the industrial production of cut crystal jewelry stones.

1907: Swarovski's hydroelectric plant in Wattens goes online, providing a plentiful source of clean energy.

1908: Swarovski and his three sons experiment with different methods to produce pure crystal. Within three years, they are able to refine it to a state of flawless brilliance.

1917: The company succeeds in producing grinding wheels needed for cutting crystal jewelry stones. These later are put on the open market, under the registered name "Tyrolit".

1925: Swarovski begins experimenting with glass reflecting elements that do not appear on the market until 1950 under the Swareflex trademark.

1931: Swarovski begins manufacturing "trimmings" - jewelry stones processed into decorative bands and laces, and appliqu閐 to garments and accessories.

1935: Daniel's eldest son, Wilhelm, produces the first prototype pair of binoculars, laying the foundations for Swarovski's Optik products division.

1956: January 23, the death of Daniel Swarovski I at the age of 94. Swarovski coats crystal jewelry stones with thin layers of metal to enhance their brilliance.

1957: Company sets up its own gem-cutting department.

1965: Swarovski starts producing chandelier parts, later known under the "STRASS" trademark.

1971: "HOTFIX" eliminates the need for attaching jewelry stones individually, allowing their application in a single process.

1976: Four crystal chandelier parts glued together create the first member of Swarovski's full cut crystal animal menagerie: the tiny mouse! designed by Max Schreck, now deceased. Swarovski Silver Crystal is born! Production of paperweights and key rings began as souvenirs.

1977: Swarovski launches its own jewelry line under its current Swarovski "Jeweler's Collection" label.

1979: Swarovski establishes a branch in Cranston, R.I., USA, now major headquarters for North American operations.

1987: The Swarovski Collectors Society (SCS) is founded, in response to countless requests from crystal lovers all over the world. The "Lovebirds", designed by Max Schreck and Adi Stocker, the only annuals ever produced by two designers, becomes the first annual limited edition at a retail issue price of $150.00! Estimated Value today! $4500.00!! Interestingly enough, Adi Stocker is not allowed to sign this piece at any of the current Swarovski Events or Galas. What began as a small group of SCS collectors now has a membership in excess of 450,000 + members worldwide!
FYI: "Swarovski Silver Crystal" vs. "Rock Crystal" vs. "man-made crystal" .... Swarovski Silver Crystal is "man-made" and produced by combining a variety of different minerals, including quartz and lead oxide. The manufacturing process uses full lead crystal containing more than 30% lead oxide, producing a crystal with a "deep color spectrum".
"Rock crystal", on the other hand, is a semiprecious stone, considered a mineral quartz, that occurs naturally. Therefore, "Swarovski Silver Crystal produces a more brilliant color than natural rock crystal.

1988: Swarovski's "SCS Block" trademark is replaced by the Swan Logo.

1989: Unveiling of the Daniel Swarovski line of haute couture accessories and decorative crystal "objects d'arte" at the Hotel Crillon in Paris. Pieces created by top designers, such as: Ettore Sottsass, Stefano Ricci, Alessandro Mendini. This is Swarovski's "top of the line" product, often produced in very limited quantities at prices not for the faint of heart! or the average collector.

1991: Swarovski opens lavish new premises, designed by architect Roland Deleu, in the Rue Royale, Paris.

1992: Launch of the 12-piece Swarovski "Selection" collection by well-known contemporary designers. Selection is considered the second top of the line product in the hierarchy of product lines, and again is often produced in limited quantities, at prices that can be afforded, but not easily afforded.
- Crystal Memories, as a "trial" product line, was introduced to a single chain of collectible stores in the United States.

1993: "Official" Introduction of the "Crystal Memories" line began.
FYI: Two pieces that were offered during the "trial" run, the "Rolling Pin" and the "Coffee Pot" were discontinued and not offered to retailers. These pieces are a very RARE find, were unmarked, and are worth a lot of money today! To the best of my knowledge, no one has ever seen the Coffee Pot. From 1993 to 1995, it is not unusual to find Crystal Memories pieces without a logo.

1995: Swarovski's Centenary Year of Celebration
- Opening of Kristallwelten, designed by Austrian multi-media specialist Andr Heller, in Wattens.
- Swan logo added to the "Crystal Memories" collection.

1996: The Angel Ornament became the first "limited edition" in the Crystal Memories line of products (ltd. to 68,000 or less, the U.S. received 28,000 of these). This was followed by two more limited edition "Angels" in 1997 and 1998. 2 more "Angels" have been added to the line in 1999 and 2000, but they are not considered limited editions.

2000: The Daniel Swarovski Paris "Paradise" Line is introduced.

2009: A professional online retailer of Swarovski crystal jewelry Crystalshopping.com set up.

About Swarovski

Swarovski was founded by Daniel Swarovski in Wattens, Tyrol in 1895. It is the brand name for a range of precisely-cut crystal glass and related luxury products.

Now, Swarovski is renowned worldwide for manufacturing crystal "products of precision" in many different forms, sizes, and shapes, paying close attention to detail, in an effort to present the best in the cutting, clarity, and brilliance of their crystal products, including crystal sculptures and miniatures, jewellery and couture, home decoration and chandeliers.

Swarovski attributes their success to the "tireless pursuit of perfection" in their production process.

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