Grand Adventure, Double D Ranch's 2018 Fall Collection

A Grand Adventure, Fall 2018

A Grand Adventure The allure of an adventure is all the “new” you will encounter along the way. The scenery, the cuisine, the customs, and yes – the fashion.

Whether your wanderlust carries you across the state or across the sea, you’re bound to be immersed in culture that is entirely unfamiliar to you. Some elements may give you a newfound appreciation of home, while others may make you question, “how did I live my whole life without this?!” As you travel, you pack these experiences into your memory – and often, your suitcase – and in a sense, you become a collector of cultures.

This is the motif behind A Grand Adventure. With hints of bohemian, Asian, gypsy, and Spanish (just to name a few), Double D Ranch’s Fall Collection is a cohesive blend of the cultures that have inspired us along our adventures. Rich jewel tones of deep mahogany and frosted sage, paired with lush textures of leather, fur, and velvet, give the line an intriguing feel of laid-back luxurious.

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on the cover: Star Valley Jacket, Les Gauchos Bolero Hat, Double D Ranch Jewelry opposite page: Star Valley Jacket, Spirit Quest Boots, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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Panuk Poncho, Les Gauchos Bolero Hat, Double D Ranch Jewelry

Panuk Poncho, Jimmy Jean, Les Gauchos Bolero Hat, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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Old Pawn By definition, “old pawn” (sometimes called “dead pawn”) is Native American jewelry that was pawned and then never reclaimed. Most commonly associated with Navajo jewelry, the pieces were generally created for personal or family wear, but were pawned out of necessity or sometimes for safe keeping. The owner could later reclaim the pieces for the pawn price plus interest of 10%. Those that were not reclaimed then became available for sale. Today old pawn is among the most highly collectible pieces of Native American Jewelry.

Pro Tip: One way to differentiate vintage from more recent jewelry is to determine if it is made of “coin silver.” “Coin silver” refers to Native American jewelry crafted from melted down U.S. coins minted between 1820 and 1965.

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this page: Vintage Squash Blossom Necklaces opposite page: Magic Ponies Top, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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Carpet Loom Caftan, Double D Ranch Jewelry

Macedonia Top, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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opposite page: Vintage Squash Blossom & Turquoise Nugget Necklaces this page: Windswept Top, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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Ganado Weave Tee, Rogue Camo Pant, Navajo Naja Boots, Double D Ranch Jewelry

Rogue Camo Jacket, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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Questa Terra Top, Double D Ranch Jewelry

Constantinople Jacket, Rincon Belt, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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Make a Statement Standing out is so in.

Head-turning hats. Big, bold belts. Stately scarves.

Statement making jewelry. Even a surprising silhouette can make an impression. Whatever it is, find your thing – that thing that tells the crowd, “I have arrived” – and then own it.

Wear your individuality.

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opposite page: Transdanubia Vest, Ruffled Tuxedo Blouse, Les Gauchos Bolero Hat, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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this page: Skat Kat Boot opposite page: Scandalous Jacket, Ruffled Tuxedo Blouse, Double D Ranch Jewelry

“What is life but one Grand Aventure.”

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Wind River Tunic, Apache Kid Boots, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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this page: Escalante Tee, Old Pawn Hat, Apache Kid Boots, Double D Ranch Jewelry opposite page: Escalante Tee, Old Pawn Hat, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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opposite page: Bucharest Jacket, Ruffled Tuxedo Blouse, Carracas Belt, Double D Ranch Jewelry this page: Montrose Tunic, Rusty Ravine Boots, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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Gypster say: “jip-stur”

noun: a hybrid of hipster and gypsy.

While we adventurers aren’t much for constraints or labels, sometimes you hear a word that sums up the essence of your spirit so strongly that you can’t help but identify (and kind of fall in love) with it.

1. Wild at heart; moved by music, love, and art. Can often be spotted singing and dancing without a care.

2. Free-spirited individual, afflicted with chronic wanderlust.

3. Always on the move; never settling down - never settling, period.

4. Enticed by bearded gents, obscure arts and vintage goods.

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opposite page: Plateau of Tibet Top, Jimmy Jean, Long Tall Sally Boots, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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Khan Necklace, Euphrates Necklace, Kushan Mosaic Necklace, Palmyra Bangles, Sacred Hills Earrings, complimented with one-of-a kind Vintage Jewelry

Plateau of Tibet Top, Jimmy Jean, Travelers & Traders Boots, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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opposite page: Souk’s Robe, Old Pawn Hat, Tahoma Boots, Double D Ranch Jewelry this page: Hidden Trails Tee

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Concho Belts Fun fact: Both the style and the name have been borrowed from the Spanish; “concha” which translates to “seashell”.

Consisting of ornate silver discs, and frequently featuring accents of turquoise, it’s no wonder that concho belts are often classified as jewelry rather than a garment. Whether you wear it slack across your hips or use it to create a waist in an outfit of layers, a concho belt is a wearable work of art that adds a bold accent of Southwestern style.

Double D Ranch’s own line of concho belts are based on vintage designs we’ve admired over the years.

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opposite page : Raton Pass Concho Belt, Tio Belt, Open Mesa Belt, Corales Belt this page: Espanola Concho Belt, Carracas Belt

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opposite page: Llasa Jacket, Carracas Belt, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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Sandia Passage Tunic, Skat Kat Boots, Double D Ranch Jewelry

Big Sioux Vest, Buffalo Joe Hat, Double D Ranch Jewelry, complimented with one-of-a kind Vintage Jewelry

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“Adventure is worthwhile.�

- Aristotle

opposite page: Nedele Dress/Duster, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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Lapis of Luxury Technically named “lapis lazuli”, this semi-precious stone is immediately recognizable for its intense, deep blue color. Depending on the mineral makeup, lapis is sometimes speckled with flecks of gold (pyrite), giving it a very celestial look, or features more white (calcite), which is commonly called “denim lapis”.

And lapis is as rich in history as it is in hue. The stone makes up the eyebrows in King Tut’s funeral mask, Catherine the Great is said to have adorned an entire room of her palace in it – walls and all, and, during the Renaissance, painters like Michelangelo used the ground up version, “ultramarine”, to produce the purest blues in paintings.

But it gets even cooler. Lapis is considered a universal symbol of wisdom and truth, and while we’ve never seen it backed by science, it’s widely believed to bring inner peace and clear the mind of negative thoughts. We can’t think of a more fitting accessory for adventure.

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Royal Nomad Necklace, Celeste’s Song Necklace, Tigris Necklace, Kushan Mosaic Necklace, Khyber Pass Necklace, Euphrates Necklace, Khan Necklace, Kimizi Cliffs Necklace, Celeste Heishi Necklace, Moon Dancer Necklace

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opposite page: Snow Leopard Workshirt, Double D Ranch Jewelry this page: Sierra Madre Boot

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this page: Kashgar Dress, Long Tall Sally Boots opposite page: World Nomad Tunic, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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Be Brave When it comes to building a “look”, you don’t have to commit to a culture. You don’t even have to commit to a continent! Some of the most interesting and eyecatching ensembles are a sampling of several signature styles. Native American jewelry next to Hungarian embroidery under a Spanish gaucho hat? Yes, please!

You’re an adventurer – be adventurous!

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opposite page: Daka Top, Vintage Necklace

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Chief Leo Tee, Nomad Earrings

Cowboy Jacket, Chief Leo Tee, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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“He who returns from a journey is not the same as he who left.”

- Chinese Proverb

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Escalante Jacket, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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this page: Double D Ranch Jewelry complimented with one-of-a-kind Vintage Jewlery opposite page: Escalante Jacket

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this page: Nacona Spirit Top, Double D Ranch Jewelry opposite page: War Maker Dress/Duster, Gobi Nomad Boot, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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opposite page: Dutch Flats Tunic, Turquoise Canyon Earrings

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Old Siam Kimono, Double D Ranch Jewelry

Old Siam Kimono, Marquez Earrings

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“If happiness is the goal – and it should be, then adventures should be top priority.”

- Richard Branson

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Nadaam Festival Tunic, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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Suede & Fringe Sure, people are wearing it yearround now, but let’s be honest – when the temperature drops, you know it’s suede season. And this year, you can expect to see a lot of it. From jackets and boots to belts and bags, this perennial favorite is showing up in all shapes, sizes, and colors.

One of the benefits of suede is its versatility. It can be a statement or as subtle as you want it to be. In the more neutral tones and blacks, it’s an excellent seasonal staple. In a more unexpected hue (like, say, frosted sage – see page 2), it becomes the fashion focus.

Another benefit? Fringe. This material was practically made for fringing and that added element can really elevate the dimensionality of garments and accessories alike.

Plus, it’s just so soft.

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opposite page: Plains Armor Jacket, Feliz Lace Blouse, Jimmy Jean, Rusty Ravine Boots, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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opposite page: Panuk Poncho, Double D Ranch Jewelry this page: Plains Armor Jacket, Feliz Lace Blouse, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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Ethnology Dress/Duster, Rusty Ravine Boots, Double D Ranch Jewelry

Storyteller Dress, Old Pawn Hat, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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“The very basic core of a man’s living spirit is his passion for adventure.”

- Christopher McCandless

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Pottery Shards Jacket, Travelers & Traders Boots, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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opposite page: Blackhill’s Scout, Old Pawn Hat, Double D Ranch Jewelry this page: Esacalante Tee, Gobi Nomad Boots, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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this page: Hidden Trails Tee, Gobi Nomad Boots, Pamir Totem Earring opposite page: Macedonia Top, Old Pawn Hat, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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Mosaic Inlay The technique of inlaying mosaic jewelry is as unique as the pieces it creates, and applying it to Native American jewelry is a practice exclusively unique to Double D Ranch. Each stone is selected and cut by hand, and then carefully arranged into a mosaic pattern by our talented female jewelers. The stones are then mortared with a unique blend of fine jewelry glue and red clay dirt from the region, which lends a special richness and authenticity to the mosaic collection, and really ties the pieces back to the land and the culture of their origin.

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opposite page: Bullrider Shirt, Double D Ranch Jewelry this page: Mosaic Blossom Earrings

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both pages: Snow Leopard Jacket, Passport Stamp Tee, Spirit Quest Boots, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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Eagles Valley Jacket

Snow Leopard Jacket complimented with one-of-a -kind Vintage Jewelry

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this page: Tuskeegee Closed Toe Boots opposite page: Cowboy Jacket, Hidden Trails Tee, Rusty Ravine Boots, Double D Ranch Jewelry

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