Napier History

February 27, 2021

Armed: The Napier Cuff

Cuffs were always an import part of the Napier line for decades. This cuff features faux carnelian cabochons surmounted on a smooth polished gold surface—c. 1950s. […]
February 23, 2021

The E. A. Bliss Sautoir: An Emblem of Elegance

The sautoir was an important necklace style for The E.A. Bliss Co. as well as its successor, The Napier Co.  This necklace c. 1918 Bliss necklace […]
February 21, 2021

Fabulous Napier “Pyramid” Featured in Vogue.

These fabulous  Napier  “pyramid” earrings  were featured in Vogue in1952. These stately earrings were a monumental fashion statement for an elegant evening out on the town. […]
February 20, 2021

Napier’s Sleek Tassel Drop Necklace

This sleek Napier tassel drop necklace drew a lot of acclaim for it sleek lines and sensuous tassel. Part of The Napier Co.’s 1970 collection.  The […]
February 15, 2021

Amazing Napier Bracelet Featured in Vogue Italia

This amazing Napier bracelet was feature in Vogue Italia April 2006. Styled by Edward Enninful and photographed by Steven Meisel. It was an honor to work […]
January 18, 2021

Napier and The Fontana Sisters of Rome

In 1956, the Fontana Sisters of Rome selected this piece to complement a gown featured during their Italian fashion show. The Napier Co. also custom made […]
December 12, 2020

Happiest of Holidays From The Napier Book to You!

From our family to yours, we wish you the happiest of holidays. May you enjoy this card, courtesy of a special friend–The E. A. Bliss Co. […]
December 1, 2020

E. A. Bliss Co. (Napier’s predecessor) Leader in Hair Combs

The E. A. Bliss Co. (Napier’s predecessor) was known as a leader in hair combs. In 1901, The E. A. Bliss Co. recognized a growing fashion […]
November 7, 2020

“Out of This World: Jewelry in the Space Age” Traveling Exhibit Curated by Elyse Zorn Karlin.

Over the last seven years we have been a lender for the wonderful “Out of This World: Jewelry in the Space Age” traveling exhibit curated by […]