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Jewelry Road Trip series

Gem Gossip Visits Shaesby in Austin, TX

Shaesby‘s design studio is a very special place.  Behind the large wooden door lies a jewelry design space unlike any other which Shaesby has created as his oasis, filled with inspiration at every turn.  The modern, two-story building is surrounded by a serene koi… Read More

Jewelry Road Trip series

Gem Gossip Visits Abercrombie Gems in Austin, TX

Several months leading up to my jewelry-packed trip to Texas, I did some research on the best jewelry stores in Austin and didn’t find too many antique-only shops. Finding Abercrombie Gems was a real treat and after scrolling through their social media pages, I knew I… Read More

Auctions

Heritage Auction Signature Sale Scheduled for May 4th, 2015

Earlier this year I had the pleasure of visiting Heritage Auctions at their headquarters in Dallas, TX.  I was intrigued from the moment I walked in the door and have continued to be fascinated by their highly acclaimed operation, from intake to auction block.  You can read about… Read More

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SHOW ME YOUR RINGS

SHOW ME YOUR RINGS! LXXI

{from top to bottom: Kismet by Milka laying it on heavy with the black diamond goodness Michelle Fantaci showing how sweaters and stacks are going to make me actually miss winter @reverienyc has collected all these rings over the years, all from… Read More

My Jewel Box

My Jewel Box: Mixing Old & New

A big part of my jewelry style philosophy is mixing old, vintage and antique, with new.  There’s definitely an artform to it, with the process being very inspirational and almost meditative to me.  I’ve brought out some favorites of my jewelry box and played around–some pieces I haven’t… Read More

Books

Jewelry Book Review: Fascination British & Continental Jewelry 1785-1885

A book like Fascination: British and Continental Jewelry 1785-1885 The Collection of Nancy and Gilbert Levine is the type of jewelry book that I am constantly longing for–a glimpse into someone’s personal collection, featuring descriptions of each piece and hopefully a little insight into the collector’s mind. Read More