Rochelle Peetoom Interview

I am very excited to  share with you some insider tips from a Fabulous Jewelry designer~ Rochelle Peetoom. 

Rochelle Jewelry is when east meets west, each piece carries a spiritual feeling from Bali and an impeccable lifestyle of Europe. You can find Rochelle Jewelry in Bali and Barcelona.

Paris Hilton adores Rochelle jewelry and I can not blame her. It's very chic, elegant and feminine!

Rochelle Peetoom

 1.    Please tell me about yourself and how did you come up with the Idea to start Rochelle Jewelry Business?

I am Australian Dutch and 21 years old, currently studying business administration in Barcelona. I started my university experience with a Year of Design Management at Parsons school of Design in Paris and New York. This is where my foundation of designing came from, having acquired both the skills for fashion and tools to design on my computer. When I started to study business I wanted to learn on a practical basis, not just theoretical and here is where my company was born.

I obviously choose designing because that is what I am good at, and the reason I chose jewelry is because I think it is like the icing on the cake (the cake being your outfit). Without the icing your cake is not complete, and you can change the look of your cake with so many different types of icing. This for me is the magic and power of jewelry. You can mix and max so many different styles, but in the end it is what completes your look.

I came up with Rochelle because I wanted to transmit the love, creativity, belief and passion for life of the Balinese culture with a twist of my western and a pinch of my own style.

2.    Was it difficult to start this business? What makes you different?

Starting a business or owning one always sounds more glamorous than it is! I spend hours doing work that is extremely tedious like preparing packaging, delivering orders, doing paperwork etc. So the answer is “YES” starting a business is very hard, especially because you don’t have the capital at the start to involve more man power.

What make me different is my personal style, the handcraft of my Balinese silversmith, my privilege to travel as much as I do and be inspired by all my surrounding and my passion for designing.

My designs are different because they are not just designs, each piece carries with them a spiritual feeling from Bali and an impeccable lifestyle.

3.    What Inspires you?

Inspiration is a mystical experience, which brings me so much happiness. But inspiration cannot be pinpointed! It lies in every aspect of life, in every vision and experience. Most of my inspiration has come from Nature because there is nothing more beautiful than the shapes, smells and colors it creates. But I am also inspired by looks, trends, culture, color, fashion and so on and so forth.

4.    Is that true that Paris Hilton often seen wearing your Jewelry?

Yes, Paris a real fan of my products, she loves the cute charms and the vibrant colors.

5.    Where we can find Rochelle Jewelry? 

You can find Rochelle jewelry in Barcelona in some fashion markets. From  June 5 to 9thyou can find us in Palau Juan Robert in a market for the little wish foundation.

Also in the Rob Peetoom Hair Spa in Bali and some of their hair salons in Holland. In Pequeña C in Barcelona and soon in Ibiza and Mallorca.

Most of our sales are based online through www.roch-elle.com.

6.    What are the big plans for Rochelle Jewelry in the future?

We hope to expand our collection and work together with some inspiring people to add some of their personal styles in our designs. Our web shop will undergo great improvements and we hope to more accessible to our customers though more stores.

Rochelle is a brand that lives for today, the future is based on the effort we put in today so we live each day to the fullest and time will tell.

7.    Is there any advice you would like to give to someone who is dreaming of becoming a Jewelry Designer?

Yes, Dreaming is not enough! Dive in the deep end and get your hands dirty. People along the way will tell you your not going into an industry with a lot of potential, but if you are determined and passionate about what you do, slowly but surely people will notice and appreciate that and you will get to where you want to be.

NOTE:  For my Barcelona followers, you can see ROCHELLE Jewelry this week in "Jardines Palau Robert" from Tuesday 5th of June to Saturday, June 9th from 10 am to 8pm. I'm going!)

If not, go straight to ROCHELLE Page!

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Rochelle Peetoom Interview

"Barcelona en las Alturas"

Hello Lovelies!

I would like to tell you about the Market I had a chance to attend this weekend in Barcelona. 

"Barcelona en las Alturas" that translates as "Barcelona in the Heights" is a Portobello Style Market, where everything is about style and details.

The event took place in the beautiful Torre Amat -19th century Art Nouveau house, that situated in the heart of Sarrià, a charming old district of Barcelona. 

Torre Amat has a wonderful romantic style garden. Garden is full of orange and lemon trees, hibiscus and has a perfect old-world atmosphere with a touch of sophistication and glamour. 

At the Market you could taste delicious food, have a glass of Cava while listening to the lively music.

 But the most important I had a chance to get to know local fashion and interior  designers.

My friend bough a beautiful sparkly bracelet from Joyeria Infantes. And I had my eye on the LUPE clutch from GIALLOW brand. 

LUPE clutch

Lito&Lola offered a pretty selection of feminine jewelry for the Summer.

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And Malices had a fun selection of Handbags.

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Food was served by Sarova~ the catering service that not only taste delicious

 but food looks pretty as well. 

Overall, it was a pleasant getaway from the city.

P.S. Thank you for the Pictures to my friend Kristina!

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"Barcelona en las Alturas"

CROXE Fit Collection + Miracle Beauty Product

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Hola Chicas!

My First Semester in Barcelona is OVER and it feels really good!! It has been quite an adventure. I met some amazing and inspiring people  and learned many interesting things. 

Remember, IT's never late to learn and follow your heart, don't be afraid to change. Who knew, I would be in Barcelona now!? 6 month ago I lived "Pura Vida" life and I was quite happy. But whatever happens, happens for a reason and I feel like it's getting better and better with each and every day!

Last week I went to see new Fit Collection from my favorite Barcelona jewelry Designer ~ CROXE.

This time show was held at the top notch gymnasium  DiR, right downtown Barcelona. 

The show started with very fun exercise dancing routine with trainers showcasing the pieces of jewelry. I really love how CROXE always manages to Incorporate jewelry into the show. 

I think it's so entertaining and fun!

These are two wonderful Designers behind this all Magic~ Augusto Rozo and Daniela Luque. Besides being super talented they are one of the nicest people that I've met.

A little sneak peek into the Fit Collection

Team of CROXE

 I couldn't stop myself from taking a picture with one of the Gorgeous Male Model that Croxe hired to showcase their jewelry. Take a look at my statement ring~ it's made by CROXE from last Venezia  Collection. 

Everytime I wear this ring, people ask me where did I get it? Let me tell you, it is such a pleasure to wear a piece of jewelry that is one of a kind. I'm definitely saving my money for the next collection.(;

If you want to learn more about Barcelona top secret check out CROXE website, or email me. 

Dress-Zara, Belt-Bershka, Shoes-Zara, Jacket-vintage, Ring- CROXE

Also, I would like to share with you a beauty product that I recently purchased.

 StriVectin-EV- $89.   

I've noticed that after spending so many years in the sunny places such as Florida and Costa Rica, I started to get dark spots. And it has much to do with how long your skin has been exposed to the sun's harmful UV rays.

As a true believer that every problem has a solution, I went to my favorite SEPHORA and wonderful sales person reccomended me this product. I just started to use it few days ago but at the day 1, I felt some burning. I guess it works! I'll let you know if It's one of this miracle products. Well, I hope so!

How do you protect your skin from overexposure to the Sun?

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CROXE Fit Collection + Miracle Beauty Product