Pearls are a Lady's Best Friend: Doris's Haskell and Victorian Pearl Collection (Fashion, Unboxing)

[@cindyurban150]

Doris, I could listen to you talk for hours.I love how you present your information with such affection,and knowledge. Please stay safe,and thank you for your much awaited videos. Cindy

[@wdestrempsmecke]

I have been blessed to find a single strand Mikimoto at a thrift shop. Much Beloved.

[@julietteyork3721]

Pearls make every woman prettier. Of all the gemstones, they seem to flatter the most. They can be worn day or night, casual or dressy, and elevate any look. When I was a young girl someone gave me an add-a-pearl necklace and each year another tiny pearl was added. Somehow over the years I lost that sweet necklace! In any case, today I have a lovely one that’s a staple in my wardrobe. It’s only a single strand but of fine quality and the right size for my features. When I drape it around my neck and look in the mirror, I’m always reminded of how flattering pearls are.

[@denisegore1884]

Pearls go with everything. They are both for day and evening wear and are elegant. I love your Victorian set, Doris, especially the brooch. Thank you for sharing and staying safe.

[@shaunpaul8068]

I'm from scotland and been watching you for a long time now, all started with the Smithsonian episodes and now your own channel. Your doing great job with the knowledge being shared and onsite to these special collections you have

[@conniesmith9989]

Hi. Hello. Howdy. Thank you for sharing. Interesting. I also like your top....

[@QuirkyGirl10]

I am a new fan of Miriam Haskell. The craftsmanship and detail of her pieces are unlike any other type of costume jewelry I've ever come across, so I am not surprised she is considered the top costume jeweler. Thank you for sharing a bit more about her jewelry with us!

[@multiversemagpie]

Thank you so for sharing your knowledge . i love watching your videos and the wonderful clothes and jewellery you pull out to show us.

[@franklinporter4529]

Thank you Doris for your pearls of wisdom. You personify warmth, grace, and knowledge.

[@professionalcommenter]

Ahh... Nothing like clam spit! So I make costume jewelry and I have had to repair and update alot of vintage pieces. I can truly say that within my recollection, I have never had to fix or repair any Haskell Jewelry.

[@teona819]

Honestly to me, pearls are more elegant than diamonds

[@heymarey150]

Teona I agree. Diamonds can get too tacky. Personally, I invested in a pair of beautiful pearl earrings the moment I entered adulthood.

[@krystleemberson8746]

I HAVE A MIRIAM HASKEII PIN A BUTTERFLY ONE PEARL VERY OLD

[@QuirkyGirl10]

@@heymarey150 Diamonds are flashy and can come across as, "Look at me!" while pearls have a quiet beauty that grows on you the longer you look at it :)

[@julietteyork3721]

Agree. Pearls make every woman more beautiful.

[@O_DoodleMom5]

Hello!!! I LOVE my pearls. I’m from Mississippi and my grandmother bought me my first strand. Then my mother bought my daughter her first strand (at birth with a gold ring with a tiny diamond). She had her first photos taken (almost 3 months old) wearing bloomers with laced edging and her jewelry.

[@romancewiththepast7979]

How sweet

[@josephlloyd9636]

And never think about my mother's Miriam Haskell earrings until you mention them. I think they're from the 40s and they are lovely the pearls still look wonderful. 💯😁💥Lovely to see you Doris. That was my mother's name by the way Doris. 🙄✨💕

[@marietrubuil3132]

Wonderful and greetings from Guernsey Channel Islands UK. We are a small island between UK and France xxx I absolutely adore all your work and episodes on here. You are eclectic and wonderfully inspirational. I love the history of all these episodes x Such a joy🥰🥰😣💃💖

[@Scrabble8393]

I enjoyed the art of the design and your appreciation for her work! Thank you.

[@princEsstefania1]

Doris have the most soft and sweet voice ever !!! I totally imagine her reading kids books, beside this amazing videos. XoXoXo from Chile 🇨🇱😊💕 the skinny and large country at the end of the world.

[@TehFemaleKevin]

Another interesting and informative video, thank you Doris! This may be an odd request, but would you ever consider doing a video about sequins/featuring heavily sequined garments? Lately I've been obsessed with them and have been hand stitching them on to just about everything lately, I'm just obsessed with the sparkle. Unfortunately though, I rarely see them worn. I was wondering if you might have any interesting sequin pieces in your collection, and if you do I'd love to see and learn more about them!

[@deewalker6944]

Pearls represent tears!Love and light from NZ always listening and watching

[@antoniamangold7312]

Doris. You are the treasure. Thank you for all you do. Your videos are very entertaining and educational. Thanks.

[@maibritton2882]

Its crazy,or I am just getting old. Lol as a teenager ( I am now 49) my mother and me use to find Haskell, Trafari,Coro aplenty in the thrift stores in the late 80s. I was the ood girl out at school because you would often find me wearing that jewelry. I loved it! I would even wrap long strings of Pearl's around my ankle with sandals, tshirt and shorts. Thank you for the segment.

[@HUDSONVINTAGE]

Hi Doris, I have Haskell that was never sold to the public that came from Elenor Moss's (the wife of the president of Haskell) family. It's a great story that you will absolutely love. I have a channel here on the tube, and do videos on my collection! We are kindred spirits. ~Dawn

[@coopthomas4457]

After I watched this video I started collecting! Thank you soooo much I have about 8 pieces of her work and growing!

[@fortysomethingbadgirls2173]

Love Miriam Haskell works. Frank Hess was great as well. Loved her WWII designs when she used only organic material because metals were needed for the war effort.

[@marikotrue3488]

Fashion and jewelry is the best non-fattening way to ease my stress, so I thank Doris and company so much for continuing to make content for The Way We Wore. Maybe do a semi-precious stones theme in costume jewelry? Marcasite jewelry (usually in art deco designs) is one of my favorites, but onyx, malachite, jade and chalcedony are also great visuals for jewelry themes.

[@MrXanaru]

thank you for educating me with these amazing pieces

[@jellicle0717]

Dear Doris, got my very first Miriam Haskell earrings from your shop, and they are definitely my favorite of all time. Thank you for making this video. Love ❤️ from Taiwan!

[@pjpeace]

I pass through Providence all the time. Totally going to the bead warehouse in Providence now 😳 I’m so glad you show the insides of garments and backs of pieces!

[@jlouutube65]

Amazing to see a Georgian piece....wow!!

[@biancanatal1097]

I love glass pearls for the distinct sound that make when they are against each other. No other faux pearl sounds or weighs the same.

[@cw5451]

Thank you for a wonderful video! I would have enjoyed seeing close-up views of each piece on the display table. Further, I would have enjoyed hearing the story behind each piece’s acquisition.

[@suginami123]

Fascinating. I learned a lot. New names to research. I am so tired of men in suits ruining the world so it’s a delight to hear about another woman who made her mark. It makes me think of Eileen Gray who created her own store to sell her work. Thank you.

[@Belle19700]

Haskell is my absolute favorite! I am also jealous! I'm going over to Etsy, to see if I can find the pearls that looked like Haskell's. Great video.

[@EmmaInsua]

This channel is a hidden gem of youtube

[@Greeningermany]

Thank you again for another delightful interlude where reality is suspended and we get to listen to your delightful voice and all the wonderful information and passion that you have to share. I collect vintage handbags, 30s-80s,very structured and classic and although I don’t often wear them, they bring me absolute joy as I have them displayed in my walk-in closet (to keep them safe from light and temperature changes) for my own enjoyment. I agree, if you are going to collect, you must love what you collect with a passion. Thank you (again) for all your time and effort in creating such excellent videos. Cheers

[@garnetgirlvintage9560]

Great video! Thank you for sharing! Love vintage jewelry!!

[@mariesymcewan7737]

Thank you Doris Enjoyed that!!! Love from Ireland 🇮🇪 xx

[@LadyB_20]

I mean. Pearls are stunning. It shows someones class decades ago. Timeless elegance. Also being mixed with stones and good metalwork, just stunning

[@baelfiregonzales6282]

Thank you Doris. Take care

[@dianesmith7763]

Thank you so much for showing those beautiful pieces,watching from Australia enjoyed every moment ❤️🇦🇺

[@Alevtina84]

Thank you for showing us the back of those pieces, sometimes it is even more interesting than the front. Also, thank you for your videos, I'm always eager to watch new episode.

[@therealkrystalvintage]

Lovely and looking so forward to providence

[@peterhoesli917]

Haskell pieces are absolutely gorgeous! Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I enjoy your clips tremendously! I have myself a collection of almost 2,000 pieces of antique ethnic (mainly silver) jewelry from the Middle East, former Ottoman occupied Eastern Europe, Russia and Caucasian region, Iraq and Central Asia. A fine selection of this jewelry will be exhibited soon in a reputable German museum... Many world renowned designers and fashion houses are using the old ethnic jewelry designs in their designs. During my collection frenzy, I have already met fashion house owners who are sharing the same “addiction”...

[@bronxbaubles]

Peter Hoesli is love to see your collection do you have a KZbin of Instagram account?

[@peterhoesli917]

Jackie Ramos Yes, I do! Instagram but mostly on Facebook. If you are on Facebook I can invite you to the Ethnic Jewelry Discussion Forum. It is very interesting and that is where I am posting photos of my collection. There will also be a book accompanying my museum exhibition. However, covid19 is delaying it...

[@teresaweaver1012]

The Georgian earrings made my mouth water. A simple champagne colored satin scoop neck, empire waist sleeveless gown, matching long evening gloves, hair back in a French twist...and those earrings. Not another piece of jewelry. I'm in love with looking at vintage high fashion although I'm a vintage tee shirt and jeans girl.

[@maroulio2067]

Oh, this was my favourite episode so far! I have a very old ornate Haskell brooch but a tiny bead fell off. Now I know why- it was the brass wire that failed. My husband bought it for me from a NYC woman who worked in fashion beginning in the 1930's, and retired to the city I live in. in Wa. state. I have lost touch w. her, but she would now be in her 90's.

[@ModernJewelryMakers]

I sold MH all through the 80’s at Nordstrom jewelry department in Seattle- they were always so special- I wish I had kept more! I’ve now been selling beads for over 30 years & have several MH loose pieces & findings in my vintage collection

[@tiffanykoch2803]

You probably sold some to me. I worked at Great Northwest Federal Savings and Loan across from the Bon Marche. I always shopped on my lunch hour at the great department store downtown. How I miss those days!

[@brianabouttown256]

Back when Nordstrom meant something and was a class act. Today, sadly...Nordstrom is no more than a decorated KOHLS. It’s sad what they did to Nordstrom. Buffums was my personal favorite old timey store

[@lindanorris2455]

OHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! MIRIAM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@melbabowen4389]

Such a nice video! I love pearls.

[@LovelyRedHat14]

Dear Doris, We love your content. Keep up the great work, clearly you love what you do and it is a pleasure to learn from you. Stay safe, From Germany

[@reddoppelganger]

I'm not sure if you've covered this before, but I'd love to see a video about the best ways to store and preserve jewelry, clothing, etc.

[@HUDSONVINTAGE]

'm uploading the most informative video on Haskell tomorrow! ..and I did a video on how to clean vintage jewelry recently :)

[@reddoppelganger]

@@HUDSONVINTAGE Thanks, I'll check them out!

[@mariaanaolaguera8096]

Dear Doris and crew, thanks so much for creating these videos and sharing your knowledge and all this eye candy for all of us to enjoy and learn from! When thrift and vintage stores open again, I will be better equipped to choose quality pieces for myself and my business ☺️ Take care and stay safe and healthy!

[@wendyweden4961]

Thank you so much for these fabulous programs! So enlightening, beautiful and full of joy in such stressful times. What a gift

[@rickyku3903]

Couldn’t sleep 😴.... opened KZbin and first thins that pop was this video like always what a treat. Thank you ....Doris.

[@kristinawarriorprincess9270]

Beautiful jewelry! I am so jealous! I wish I had all of these pieces in my collection.💍💎

[@scottanthony6269]

It used to be in the good days that you could find gems in thrift shops(charity shops), but now they know to much and have dealers that they ask for a value price beforehand. its the same with old books some even have an ebay account to sale the good vintage and antique jewellery good luck in your hunting it's great fun

[@lmae9766]

Wonderful vid. So very interesting- pearls have been a staple in our fashion history forever - Jackie Kennedy was an iconic wearer of pearls. Thanks so very much! 😃😃😃🤗❤️👍

[@simonbowery2176]

Hi Doris! Hope you are all doing well! I truly appreciate your videos! I could listen to your stories for hours and hours! Thanks a lot 😘

[@ThelmaThrift]

Wonderful video. Thanks so much.

[@adrianghandtchi1562]

OK I give in, you have convinced me! I must subscribe to you now.

[@cocacola7845]

Thank you for the sharing your knowledge Doris. Love the videos

[@rosered103]

Doris are you able to do a video on Hobe jewelry? I have many pieces of his jewelry, bought from 5 cents to a quarter in Church rummage sales when my grandmother would take me along. I still wear the pearl bracelets and pearl necklaces and get compliments.

[@ericowensnyc]

Great opening and ending montage and music Doris....it suits ur brand better. 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@norcaltreasurehunters2380]

I just found a vintage signed Miriam Haskell brooch, with rhinestones , a center stone, has 3 layers or 4 layers , 6 gold filigree fan blades , almost like it's supposed to spin.

[@ernestojumana1328]

Hi Doris! A fella, here, I love fashion and it's history and your videos are on point! Lots of love, be safe!

[@sandraelaine401]

Hi Doris, I am so glad I came across your channel. I enjoy each video and I learn so much. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@minhthai4915]

I can not put into words how much I appreciate this video. Thank you Doris and all your team :)

[@margaritagonzales6556]

Beautiful Jewelry, wonderful workmanship.

[@thriftinluxury451]

Thank you for sharing this video just getting into buying jewelry from the thrift and this video is very needed and educational especially for us beginners New and Sub❤️🙌🏾🙏🏾

[@paulcruickshank1005]

Hey Doris, love the channel, any chance of menswear? Us blokes are very under-represented but wanna try to be fashionable esp with vintage or heritage pieces. The Pucci ties were great but that's been about it, mind you not a long time follower. The most fascinating channel though, great work.

[@MADEbySOUL]

I feel like a decade of men's wear would be a great starting point. Especially when it came to the 30's-90's.

[@jayneneewing2369]

I love pearls. Haven’t a single Mikimoto, or such. But they’re real and they are mine. Love all of the colors that nature has created. Even like some of the dyed cultured ones because they are so much fun. Thank you so much for this vid. As usual, I learned a lot. Stay well.

[@lindanorris2455]

GORGEOUS!

[@adelaidemorningstar1870]

The Victorian jewel is amazing

[@franescadiano]

I absolutely love your channel, your competence and your shops. It's my dream shop for sure. Thanks for these lovely videos. Love from Italy and stay safe.

[@TawnyGoblinQueen]

In providence, wolf E. Myrows is your best bet for original vintage and antique jewelry findings and chain, but you have to have a tax ID to shop there. Bring a flashlight, and they sell either by piece, or by weight. They also have dead stock vintage and antique Austrian crystals and swarovskis

[@robertdemitro1520]

Ms. Haskel seemed to be a very savvy person . She ran her company on her terms ! The fact her shop was in a hotel is just such a smart thing to do ! There is something about a pearl that is captivating ! Elizabeth Taylors , Peragrina pearl had gone through three wars and a number of owners ! It survived . But her little dog found the pearl one afternoon , Tayor , Burton and a few friend were having lunch at home and the pearl came undone and fell off the necklace . Next, everyone is on their hands and knees looking on the floor for the pearl . Not in sight . One of the men hear a strange sound from under a cabinet , he looks ! Her little dog has got the pearl and does not want to give it back . Elizabeth Taylor got her pearl back from her pooch ! People will always notice you with a string of pearls ! Your so right about people putting the real jewellery in their vaults and wearing costume jewellery for everyday . I have talked with people over the decade who had pieces made to look like the real jewellery they had and put the original in a safe ! But at parties and events the real stuff came out ! As a kid I remember women at parties and weddings trying to out do one another with their jewels . Back in the 1960s head pieces were all the rave ! Hair pins with diamonds and gold and pearls , tiaras too ! The jewels were real . Sometimes a set opesrls is all you need to make a statement.

[@wricks66]

I'm very male and look forward to seeing your next episode... I learn so much!!....be safe!

[@tahinarolon9460]

Hi, Doris. Love your presentations, in clothing and in jewelry, though I will ever think be able to afford it, watching it is quite enough to me, specially during these times. I have learned so much. Thanks and be safe!

[@celiar9186]

Hi Doris. I am a 51yo plain housewife. Thank you so much for this very informative video. I am a June baby so I love pearls whatever kind they are. I chanced upon your video while I was checking out costume jewelries from Heidi Daus via youtube (she has her own website and a regular vendor at hsn). I watched an episode from Strange Inheritance featuring Joseff from Hollywood's Collection and the lucky heirs... After that, I became very very impressed with the designs of that of Joseff's, and now, Ms. Haskell's, thanks to you! A lot better, I guess, from that of Heidi Daus because there are designs from Heidi that are on the gaudy side, and a bit kitsch (pretentious) plus it's super duper overpriced. So, with that I wonder what your thoughts are of Heidi's costume jewelry design and do you carry them at your store. I would love to have a piece of Joseff from Hollywood and that of Haskell's but am sure I could not be able to afford them, compared to that of Heidi's. Though I could, but I may have to wait a while longer, much longer. Stay healthy & safe! --- Celia

[@mwallace2337]

Haskell's pearl extravaganzas are insanely beautiful! Even a lot of the lesser-quality pieces are attractive from a style standpoint. The Haskell necklace Vanessa Redgrave wore accented your uncle's design beautifully. As for other top American jewelry makers, I think Schreiner would have to be included.

[@mindakahn9964]

I have a great jewelry repair shop. They can handle the metal findings. I met and worked with Ms. Haskell as a young buyer in the seventies. She was warm and friendly but a bit scatty. Her brothers ran the business end of her company and they were major SOB’s, if you see it in the showroom can you imagine what it must be like in the office? And I got my Haskell’s free.( can’t do that today.) You can go on eBay and type in costume jewelry NOS, new old stock, or just findings. A fun way to shop in isolation. But buyer beware. You want it to ship from Rhode Island.

[@HUDSONVINTAGE]

'm uploading the most informative video on Haskell tomorrow! ..and I did a video on how to clean vintage jewelry recently :)

[@jeremygreen2439]

Awesome! So glad to hear from you, Doris!

[@kennethgray9918]

Hey Doris, Another amazing show, another great topic for me to research & know. Thanks for another top knot notched episode

[@kristenstocker1381]

beautiful. be mindful that vintage and antique jewelry is usually high in lead and other heavy metals. glass pearls were leaded for weight

[@dianemughal1577]

Absolutely beautiful collection! If I’m ever in Rhode Island I’ll definitely look these places up for some pieces

[@michaelvita486]

Love all the jewelry videos! Please do videos on tribal style gems & jewels!

[@spcaffey221]

Thank you for making these videos! They are so informative and a welcome distraction from worrying about all that is going on.

[@ladyvalhalla7154]

Lovely ..thanks for sharing🐱

[@phillisfrench260]

A newbie love your Channel have learned alot from u awesome if ever in your area I'll stop in your shop bring safe in Denver Colorado .

[@carrellaco4722]

Thanks for the shout out at the end Doris! Made me laugh ahahahaha!!

[@lillolf3758]

LOVE the pearls! Thanks for bringing us this video!

[@thomasofarabia]

You too Doris. Stay healthy and safe.

[@LarryOfilms]

Glad you acknowledge the guys! Have been a long time fan since LA Frock Stars!

[@laurelj.5975]

Amazing video!! I love all of your videos but this one was extra interesting. So glad to see you are well and I am looking forward to visiting the store once all this craziness is over!!

[@adelaidemorningstar1870]

I love,love seed pearls

[@tamarakindle73]

thanks for another great video Doris!! I love them all

[@Bystandertme]

Thank you Doris!

[@louiseanddavid1]

Wonderful video. Very educational xx

[@mot00mt]

Thank you ! I really enjoy your content.

[@CS-yr5jr]

I just love these videos you do. So educational!

[@ladylouise1969]

Just lovely!! Thank you so much!

[@Scosian]

Sound quality was SO much better!! Thank you x