Steven Kretchmer’s Work Lives On Past His Death
By
Tiffany Moore , Monday, October 02, 2006
On July 8 renowned jewelry designer Steven Kretchmer was killed when his motorcycle was struck by a car. Overcoming this recent tragedy, the Steven Kretchmer design studio has released a new addition to its Inner Secrets collection called Spherule Halos.
Spherule Halos fit between the Inner Secrets bands which are crafted from Polarium, a magnetic platinum alloy of Kretchmer’s creation. The halos come in several alloys and can be set with different gemstones.
Kretchmer is most famous for his unparalleled work in developing the tension setting. In a statement, his design house stated: "While we mourn the loss of our leader's tragic passing this summer, we continue to follow through with the many inventions and innovations that Steven had set in place before his untimely accident. Through his wife, daughter and loyal employees, his legacy will continue on in the quality and detail that he instilled in every piece."