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Mark Loren and Norman Love Team Up to Give Customers Sweet Surprise

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009
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Fine jewels from Mark Loren Designs will be hidden in Norman Love chocolate boxes

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Opening up a box Norman Love Confections chocolates is about to get even sweeter. That’s because Love is teaming up with renowned jeweler Mark Loren to plant sweet surprises in some boxes during the duo’s “12 Gems of Christmas” promotion.

Opening up a box from master chocolatier Norman Love Confections is a thrill in itself, but this holiday season, it’s about to get even sweeter. That’s because Love is teaming up with renowned jeweler Mark Loren to plant sweet surprises in some boxes of his signature chocolates during the duo’s “12 Gems of Christmas” promotion.

The idea is a spinoff of Loren’s “Finders Keepers” promotion, during which he and his staff at Mark Loren Designs are placing pieces of his unique jewelry around Lee County for residents and visitors to find and keep in celebration of the business’ 25th anniversary. Love, who was recently named one of North America’s top 10 Chocolatiers by Dessert Professional Magazine, also has something to celebrate this holiday season.

“Celebrating milestones like our business’ anniversary or Norman’s honor are so much more fun and meaningful when you can share them with the customers and businesses that helped get us where we are today,” Loren says.

Love agrees, adding, “Teaming up with Mark was natural for me. We’re both very involved in the community and giving back. We’re also both committed to the art of our respective crafts – whether it’s chocolate or jewelry, we aim to give our customers something unique, creative and artistic.” In fact, many customers liken Love’s chocolate boxes to fine jewelry boxes.
Customers purchasing or receiving boxes of Love’s signature chocolates may find one of these Loren-licious pieces beginning December 1:

  • 18k White Gold Ring with .31cts Diamonds & Orange Mother of Pearl
  • 14k Yellow Gold Pearl Cross Pendant
  • 18k Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet with 3.50ctwt Rose Cut Diamonds
  • 14k Yellow Gold Ring with .25ctwt Diamonds & Round Lannyte
  • Platinum Ring set with .50ctwt Channel Set Diamonds
  • Multi-Color Freshwater Pearl Bracelet
  • 14k Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Cuff Links
  • 10.78ct sculpted Bolivian Ametrine Gemstone
  • 9.83ct Bi-color Topaz gemstone
  • Broadflash Australian opal doublet gemstone
  • 13.93ct Catseye Sillimanite gemstone
  • Sterling ring channel-set with 1.09ct oval cut purple sapphire

The jewels will range in value from $300 to $3,000. Signature chocolate boxes, which range in price from $13 for 5 pieces to $95 for 50 pieces, purchased in Norman Love Confections Chocolate Salon or ordered by corporate customers are included in the promotion. The “12 Gems of Christmas” promotion runs December 1 – 24.

Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence!

Wednesday, October 21st, 2009

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Twenty-five years ago, Mark Loren Designs opened its doors for the first time, bringing Southwest Florida a new kind of jewelry experience – with a focus on artistic design, rare and beautiful gems, and the highest quality of craftsmanship.

We are sharing our excitement with our clientele and the community!  As part of Mark Loren Designs’ 25th anniversary celebration, Mark and members of the staff will be placing small surprises around Lee County for residents and visitors to find, with tags that read: “Congratulations! This gift is for you. Finders – Keepers.”

Unique Jewelry ranging in value from $100 to more than $4,000 in Mark Loren Designs’ signature black and gold gift bags may be spotted in any business around the county.  Restaurants, offices, the tube at the bank drive through, park benches, even your doctor’s exam room – they’re all fair game.

We want to involve and thank customers who have supported us over the years, and the businesses they own and work for. We also want everyone to have an opportunity to find one of our pieces wherever they dine, shop or do business.

The idea was generated after a man came into the gallery to return a ring he had found with a Loren signature inside.  One of our customers had lost it in May and was thrilled to be reunited with her ring.  Inspired by his honesty, Loren thought it would be nice if someone could find one of his pieces and keep it in good conscience.

In addition to owning a beautiful piece of jewelry, the lucky finders also win an invitation to attend a VIP event Mark Loren Designs is planning for the spring to unveil a new diamond cut, “the Firelight”. They are also eligible to register to win a signature piece worth $10,000 – featuring the new diamond

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cut – that will be given away at the event.

Residents should keep their eyes peeled for the designer’s well-known black bags and armored trucks wherever they go.

Mark will also be giving a special gift to the client who brings in the oldest Mark Loren Designs receipt!  Dig through your records for a vintage Mark Loren receipt, and you may be the lucky winner.

Mark Loren Designs is Honored as an Outstanding Small Business

Thursday, September 3rd, 2009

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Mark Loren is proud to be honored by Gulfshore Life Magazine as one of the Philanthropists of the Year for giving without the expectation of return.   Mark does truly revel in the knowledge that he is changing others’ lives for the better.  Mark appreciates this recognition from his peers, who nominated him, and the community at large.

Mothers Day 2009

Sunday, May 10th, 2009

Mark Loren and his staff are trying to bring out a few more smiles this Mother’s Day for people who may have to skip a gift this year. A Mother’s Day necklace for those hit hard by the financial crisis.

4th Annual Cherish the Children event

Saturday, April 18th, 2009

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Mark Loren Designs donated a beautiful pair of earrings to the 4th Annual Cherish the Children event. The earrings were auctioned to benefit the Imaginarium, which enhances the education of children in our community.
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2009 Wine Fest

Saturday, February 28th, 2009

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At this year’s Wine Fest, Mark and Sheri Loren donated, for auction, a trip to New York. The winning bidder will accompany Mark to the International Jeweler’s Association Show at the Jacob Javits Center – where Mark will assist them in selecting a loose gem stone to purchase, for which Mark Loren Designs will create and provide a custom setting. The package also included a beautiful Mark Loren Design 14kt Rose Gold ring showcasing a large Golden South Seas Pearl and accented by diamonds. Proceeds from the auction will benefit local children’s charities, such as: The Children’s Hospital of SWFL and Edison State College’s Pediatric Nursing Program.

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Mark designed and created a necklace for Bobby Nichols – Fiddlesticks Charity Foundation’s annual fundraising auction

Monday, February 16th, 2009

Mark designed and created a necklace for Bobby Nichols – Fiddlesticks Charity Foundation’s annual fundraising auction. Charities that benefit from the auction include the Children’s Advocacy Center of SWFL, Abuse Counseling and Treatment Inc. (ACT), and SWFL Addiction Services.


Special Equestrians

Sunday, February 8th, 2009

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Mark Loren Designs provided a carved Blue Tiger Eye horse head for auction to benefit Special Equestrians. Special Equestrians provides Therapeutic Riding and Hippotherapy to individuals with disabilities.

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Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull

Thursday, May 22nd, 2008

indiana-jones-posterAs an expression of customer appreciation, Mark rented a theater and passed out tickets to our loyal customers for the opening night showing of Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.

Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimer’s Resource Center

Saturday, April 26th, 2008

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Mark contributed an awesome one-of-a-kind pendant to the Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimer’s Resource Center for auction at their fundraising event ‘Sweet Memories: A Vintage Occasion.’ The yellow gold pendant is set with a large, rare specimen of emerald cut Baltic Amber. Pink Coral carved with floral designs frames the amber. The piece is suspended from a braided, coral colored leather necklace with a gold clasp. The funds generated by the auction will be used to provide assistance to Lee County residents suffering from memory impairment.

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