Dispatch From LA: Meet the Men Behind Hoorsenbuhs

There's a lot that piqued our curiosity about Hoorsenbuhs, the fine jewelry collection you'll find at Barneys New York. For one thing, the name: we weren't sure how to pronounce it, even less sure what it means. Then of course there are the pieces themselves—the precious metals and gems scream luxury, but there's also a distinct rock n' roll edge (think smoked silver and black diamonds). The name, it turns out, is derived from a centuries-old Dutch trading ship that was actually sailed by designer Robert Keith's ancestors. And as we got to know Keith and the brand ambassador, Kether Parker, we realized how much these guys still embody this swashbuckling spirit of adventure and discovery. (You'll also find the ship's heritage in the work itself—the stud link, a Hoorsenbuhs design signature, was modeled after the anchor chain.) Shop Hoorsenbuhs on The Window: http://bit.ly/U3VVeC