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The King of Cufflinks
Robin Rotenier was a Paris-born designer who founded his namesake line in 1993. Coming from a line of designers, the world of jewelry design was a familiar place for him. Yet, instead of sticking to the tried and true, Rotenier brought elegance and grace to his designs and creating a stand-out line of products that are sold in many of the finest stores around the world. You can view our entire collection of Robin Rotenier cufflinks here.
Award Winning and World Renown
Rotenier got his start studying at the Fashion Institute of Technology and the Gemological Institute of America. His work there won him several awards, including the Mortimer C. Ritter Award, one of the highest honors given out by the Alumni Association, making him the first jewelry designer to win that award. In 2008 he was asked to join the inaugural group of ten “Designers of Distinction and later received a men’s wear AGTA Spectrum Award in 2014.
Robin Rotenier: A Storyteller at Heart
Drawing inspiration from objects and architectural details, Rotenier crafted a story into each of his pieces. By carving his models by hand, and finishing each piece by hand, he distinguished his work from machine-made items. His passion for design and attention to details truly set his work apart.
“I am a storyteller, and I love to express myself in the jewelry I create.” – Robin Rotenier
The pieces that Rotenier designed range in prices, styles, and materials. They’ve been described as having unmatched cleverness, irony, and beauty.
A Tragic End to an Industry Icon
Mere weeks before the 2014 jewelry industry trade shows, Robin Rotenier committed suicide, shocking his friends and family, and rocking the entire jewelry industry. Many remembered his kindness and compassion, relating stories of his generosity towards others, such as the time when he gave a troupe of Girl Scouts a personal tour of his jewelry studio and let them mold and make their own sterling silver cufflinks for free (read more here). However, his legacy lives on in his design house and the intricately crafted cufflinks that made him so well known.
An Impressive Collection
At Cufflinks Depot we are proud and honored to carry a large collection of cufflinks by Robin Rotenier. If you have any questions or are looking for something specific, please contact us at 1-866-4MYCUFF and we’d be happy to help you.
