Alex Woo (1974 – March 30, 2021) was an American

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and fine

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designer located in

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. She was known for her sculptural charms that blend premium craftsmanship.

Personal life

Woo's father, Alexander Woo, was a

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and began teaching her the basics of jewelry making when she was five years old. He taught her the appreciation of gems, precious metals and fine craftsmanship. He continued to serve as her mentor as she went on to study at

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and the

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. She died of cancer in 2021.

Alex Woo Jewelry

With her Little Icons™ Collection, Woo was the first jewelry designer, who specialized in personalization. In 2001 Woo founded her own New York-based company Alex Woo Jewelry. In 2009, she co-designed with

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a pendant that raises money for Applegate's Right Action for Women foundation. Woo has also been affected by the disease, her mother died from breast cancer. Woo's clients included

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and

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Awards and Recognitions

In 1998 she won the National Women´s Jewelry Association´s design competition. In 2005 Woo was named as one of Crain´s New York Business´s 40 under 40. In 2006, Woo was named a Rising Star by the Jeweller's Circular Keystone Show Design Center.

References

External links

AlexWoo Official website

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