Gem gossip

There are quite a few jewelry businesses that feature mother-daughter duos in this industry. Each one having a story rich in passion, a love for what they're doing AND for one another, and above all, a special bond you truly can't have with anyone else. Mother's Day is quickly approaching, and jewelry is a wonderful

In celebration of the 10th anniversary of the beloved blog

I hope you've been enjoying my 30 Daily Tips -- after starting this project, I had no idea that it would be so impactful. With each tip I reveal I've been creating some powerful and thought-provoking discussions (both in my comments, as well as my question boxes I leave in my Story). For one of

You don't know how important it is to find a great jewelry box until you start actually collecting fine jewelry and attempt to find the best storage solution that works for you. I of course LOVE my jewelry cabinet but recently found myself continually displaying charms and chains separately, and not in my current jewelry

It's extremely disheartening to see the cyclical headlines, as it doesn't seem like America is making progress in racial equality & unity. Protests have ignited across the country in response to the latest wave of violent acts against Black Americans and we can no longer stay silent or continue with our typical content of gems

Personalized pieces are very popular right now -- this center medallion is from Walters Faith, they make lots of great pieces that are engraveable. Mine is called the Dora Disc charm, with block lettering. Duality chains are also a current favorite -- this is where there's two chain styles in one necklace. I wanted to

SPONSORED CONTENT I visited Long's Jewelers on my #JewelryRoadTrip while in Boston a few years ago and it is one of my top spots of all time! I was particularly captivated by their antique and estate selection and left with a jade Buddha pendant for myself (along with loads of other pieces on my wish

An exquisite charm bracelet abounding with royal motifts: Roman soldiers, fleur de lis, crest, and shield designs in ruby red, ocean blue, and emerald green. The ornate and distinctive style of Ben-Amun impressed such fashion icons as Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, who was photographed wearing the designer's pieces.