California

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San Diego, California

Julez Bryant

Julez Bryant creates stunningly classic jewelry that is both sexy and feminine, and has been doing so since 2003. Mixing metals and layering everything from necklaces to bracelets and rings is Julez mantra. Her pieces are hand-forged in her southern California studio using 14k & 18k rose, white and yellow gold. Shield cut diamond rings have become a very popular design for her as brides want something more unique than the usual. I love her long gold chains that vary in styles, like her ball chains…her hammered gold finishes and of course her charms!

www.julezbryant.com

Hermosa Beach, CA

Loren Nicole

Loren Nicole combines ancient techniques in jewelry making along with high karat gold to create her eponymous line of fine jewelry. Each piece is handmade and inspired by old world civilizations across the globe. With a background in archaeology and an instinctual drive to get into metalsmithing, she first launched her jewelry designs in the summer of 2016. She now has a slew of collectors and devotees, known as the LN Society. You can count me as one of them!

www.loren-nicole.com

Los Angeles, CA

Dana Seng Jewelry

Whether it is the stackable appeal or the fashionable looks each piece has, Dana Seng Jewelry is making waves. Every piece of jewelry is fun, has a good value and can be worn by all ages. The personalized birthstone initials are one of Dana’s most popular designs (I have my own sapphire D necklace) and it is easy to understand why. Shop the whole collection online or make a private appointment in their showroom.

www.danasengjewelrycollection.com

Los Angeles, CA

Sophie Jane Jewels

Vintage and antique jewelry for every taste, style and price point–that’s exactly what you’ll find at Sophie Jane Jewels. Sophie is a second generation antique dealer originally from Australia who has traveled the world extensively since childhood in search of the world’s most beautiful treasures. Stop by their brick and mortar store located inside Sartori Jewelry & Loan in Old Torrance or visit online at sophiejanejewels.com

www.sophiejanejewels.com

Venice, CA

LFrank Jewelry

LFrank Jewelry recently moved to their new location on Main Street in Venice! The jewelry cases are reminiscent of a woodland fairy’s treasure chest–moss-lined wooden trays, draped with the finest gems, all of which were mostly set in 18k matte gold. Such amazing earthy designs with bright and bold gemstones, just as pretty as the designer herself!

www.lfrankjewelry.com

San Francisco, CA

Lang Antiques

A true treasure trove of antique and period jewelry, with an unbelievably large inventory of the finest pieces! Owner Suzanne knows her antique jewelry–she has been speaking across the US at conferences about the topic and even created Antique Jewelry University online. Her website can have a jewelry lover browsing for hours upon hours, and the store is even more wonderful!

www.langantiques.com

Beverly Hills, CA

Beladora Jewelry

Beladora is located on Rodeo Drive where you can visit their showroom by appointment. They offer a wide range of beautifully curated vintage, signed designer and estate jewelry, at lots of different price points. Every piece on their website is meticulously described and illustrated with video to show detail and scale and their expertise is backed by a full 60 day, no hassle return policy.Their jewelry is often borrowed by top celebrity stylists and is frequently spotted on the red carpet and in major editorial coverage.

www.beladora.com

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San Francisco, CA

Metier SF

Owners Sherri and Trina have an edge to what their tiny jewel box of a store carries–finely curated treasures, each special in their own way and begging to be brought home to your collection! Specializing in wearable antique jewelry, like wedding and engagement, Victorian sentimental pieces, Art Deco jewels, some modern designers mixed in, and topped off with a few memento mori items, Metier is a must-see when visiting San Francisco!

www.metiersf.com

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Los Angeles, CA

Platt Boutique

The family-owned antique jewelry store has been in business since 2005, but their jewelry roots run deep! Their selection is incredible–from Victorian engagement rings, to gold signed pieces and everything in between, all finely curated by store owner Larry and his sister Natasha.

www.plattboutiquejewelry.com

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Los Angeles, CA

Arik Kastan

Arik Kastan Jewelry is a line that fuses modern with vintage inspiration–the designs resurrect the breathtaking craftsmanship and motifs of antique jewelry in today’s world. The line consists of luscious turquoise, cute hearts, magical moonstone and labradorite, and unique eternity bands. Several retailers across the US carry Arik Kastan and they are based in LA.

www.arikkastan.com