Can a piece of coral…
…really inspire a whole outfit?In this case, the answer is overwhelmingly, YES.Ever since I got this remade vintage coral ring from my momma, I can’t stop crushing on all things coral. The ring is even extra special because the coral was originally one half of an earring mom wore on her wedding day. My sister-in-law … Read more
Heart Shaped Box
Spring’s romantic movement in ruffles, lace, and frills has me on the lookout for antique-y, super detailed jewelry. Anything that looks victorian, with motifs such as crosses, fleur de lis, hearts, and animals, or anything my grandma or pa might have worn, is catching my eye right now. Like the pieces created by Vancouver’s own … Read more
The Eyes of the Tiger
Thank goodness my online shopping is limited to smaller ticket items, because if I could, I would be biding on some of these intricate pieces from the Dupuis Fine Jewelery Auction. Imagine the rush of winning one of these treasures, and the look of surprise I might find on my hubby’s face! Before I go … Read more
All Stacked Up
My wedding bands was originally made as a stacked set of four: two rings etched in yellow gold and two softly hammered in white gold. We only could afford two at the time, plus four seemed excessive so we only got two (1 etched, 1 hammered). I really love my bands, and I continue to … Read more
Simply Sublime of a Gem a Winner at the Oscars
My cousin Tracy took me this absolute gem of a boutique last week – Simply Sublime. Located at Oak and between West 22nd and 23rd in an old-school, low-rise apartment, where the building facade hangs the store’s “golden crown” sign, one really has to look carefully to realize what a fine find this is. Once … Read more
Taisa Anderson Designs – Local Handcrafted Jewelry
A friend from work, Taisa, is a very talented jewelry designer. She runs Taisa Anderson Designs, and prior to the holidays she brought in her latest wares which make perfect gifts for girlfriends. There’s something very earthy and organic about her designs, and I love the global ethnic influences. I bought a few things from … Read more
