Dearest Zealot,

After over six years of presence, hospitality and community service- We have been afforded the opportunity to open a business in Brooklyn, New York.

Columbus has been a home and foundation for over 6 years. It has provided an unparalleled leadership opportunity and an incredible education. We have cherished the time and have been delighted by the connections and relationships that have been created and witnessed on our sales floor.

But alas, it has come time for change and a new opportunity. With bittersweet emotion we are announcing to our closest friends and supporters that we are moving to New York and closing our Columbus store. The store at 787 N. High Street will maintain summer hours through July and dim our chandeliers, one last time on July 31^st.

You are our finest clients, customers and friends. Our zealots.

We recognize, we may go no further, nor would we have gotten this far without your support. Our commitment to customer service, especially to you, will be continued as we relocate our store. Please know that without your patronage, we could not have grown and earned the national recognition that has prompted us to make this move.

I will hope that you will honor me in my endeavor and ask for your support throughout our transition. We will open our new doors in New York, in the early fall. We welcome you to shop us online and we will continue to offer our one of a kind assortment and personalized service to you via phone or email.

Please do not hesitate to contact the store or me directly at suzi [@ ]collierwest.com with any questions or concerns regarding your needs. It is not simply bon voyage, but rather bonne chance!

We will miss you! Please share your love and leave a comment about your favorite CW moments!

With great honor and respect,

Your friends at Collier West

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The curators of the jewelry collection of Collier West are once again honored to have one of their pieces featured.
American Idol’s newest and coolest face Steven Tyler, tells all in the most recent issue of Rolling Stone.

Collier West Artist in Rolling Stone

But the stones we are rolling about, are the ones by CW Designer, Shannon Koszyk. Friend and artist Koszyk has a love for old world Europe and anything with history, story and character. Religious icons, vintage coins, heavy sterling chains and handmade beads populate her rocker chic work and make any wearer instantly feel just a little bit cooler.

Collier West is proud to own the exclusive collection from $188 to $625.
Come in and find your own sweet emotion.

Shannon Koszyk at Collier West

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Designer Suzi West shares notes from her recent visit to the “Big Red Apple.”
We especially like the idea of customizing a sharpie!

Click to red more about Red Style

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Always wondered where all of the wonderful Collier West treasures are found?

Now your opportunity to win the chance to travel with the curator and buyer of the finds; Suzi West.

December 22nd – 24th, Collier West will enter your name in a drawing, for every $500 you spend, to win the chance to spend a day procuring the items and scouring the haunts that make CW such an exclusive shop.

Now that sounds like an insider tip!

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One of the responsibilities of being a chic shoppe in the Short North, is that you become a trusted ambassador on “what to buy, where to dine and why it’s preferred. “Although the list can be frequently updated, there are definitely some mainstays that are not to miss. Watch for the 2011 CW Picks [Titled CW Aux Choix] as we coast into a new year.

Attend the Drunken Bruncheon this Friday from 9 AM – 12 PM, to conclude our foodie week at CW.

It was a recent honor to serve and celebrate with Columbus foodie Susan Quinn during our five year anniversary. Susan is the founder of Let Us Eat Cupcakes, a local cupcake caterer.  Her work is so refined and elegant, that we prefer to call her a “baketress”. She has developed several signature flavors and works exceptionally well in meeting the needs of her creative clients. When asked for a uber french taste sensation, she concocted a Parisian Quince treat; obtaining a fine quince paste from an equally intriguing resource.

L.U.E.C is unique not only in their authentic and delicious combination, but also in production. Each cupcake is bite sized and petite, allowing for just a pinch of sin. Her work has been recognized by Edible Columbus, The Columbus Alive and by several local corporations who call for her specialties.

In the Spring and Fall seasons, you can find Quinn pedaling her wares at the Pearl Alley Market, but on this occasion, Collier West brings L.U.E.C to you.

We will be premiering her newest recipes during the Drunken Bruncheon, this Friday December 17th at the shoppe. Reserve your space and show your good taste.

Let Us Eat Cupcakes will be offering the Clementine Mimosa cake- A champagne soaked sponge cake infused with clementine juice with a clementine jam center and a whipped mascarpone frosting spiked with champagne and garnished with clementine zest & champagne sugar.

If that doesn’t sound sweet, perhaps the Pomegranate Bellini Cake: A proseco & pomegranate soaked white cake with a pomegrante jam center and a whipped pomegranate buttercream drizzled with pom juice and garnished with pom seeds.

Interested in your own dozen or two of these darlings for the Holidays? Contact Let Us Eat Cupcakes at 614.208.0568 or @ tinsksq@yahoo.com and mention Collier West’s signature french cakes. $30 for two dozen. Please allow 48 hours for all orders. Free delivery within a 5 mile radius of Collier West.  Gift Registry, jewelry, home decór and the shoppe of chic!

What do you think our signature CW cake should be called? Best selects get a free dozen!

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Decoupage is the art of decorating by adhering pieces of cut paper to a solid surface. These pieces of paper are painted, gilded and/or arranged to create intricate patterns of interest. Decoupage can be created on any solid surface, including plates, vases, trays and furniture.

Fornasetti Plate #118

Fornasetti plates have set the standard for decoupage in home decór. The beauty of the Themes and Variations plates collection is like a journey through the emotions of one woman. Her many different sides, loves and expressions are eloquently created by the hands of a dedicated artist.

John Derian Fork Tray

John Derian is the foremost name in decoupage arts today. His collection is comprised of thousands of designs and appeals to just as many enthusiasts. With an average price below $100, his work is a great solution for home decor and meaningful gift giving.

Newcomer, Ben Busko creates glass trays of vintage maps and endearing quotes. Recently, Collier West contracted with Ben to create custom trays.
Custom decoupage, available exclusively through our design team, is a great way to commemorate and share photos and memories with your loved ones.

Ben Busko's Mae West Tray

Each designer continues the tradition by artistically creating one of a kind pieces by hand. The construction of each piece can take anywhere from several hours to several days to produce. The glass surfaces frequently used in decoupage, can be wiped cleaned, which makes them a great solution for kitchen and bath. The Collier West design team can also assist you with a composition of several hanging pieces. The collective is often fractions of the cost of a large scale artwork.

What is your favorite designer decoupage piece?

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