Wsake hair combs put a sleek and modern spin on an old-fashioned ladies’ vanity mainstay. The brass picks come in charming shapes like Looking Guy, Tulip, Square and Lace, and with time the patina will darken to a golden brown color.
Product Category: Jewelry
Whether celebrating the dogs days of summer or just feeling a little rowdy, Scottish phrase “Taps Aff!” incites a rebellious vibe sure to turn a few heads or better yet, inspire its actual meaning—to shed your shirt. This cheeky little badge is a fashionable reminder to always keep a level of spontaneity in your step, no matter the weather.
Opal is said to bring inspiration, imagination and clarity of thought to the wearer. Australian jeweler Kim Victoria Wearne’s Opal 4 Peak Ring is individually engraved and asymmetrically hammer set, so no two rings are the same. If you’re looking for even more originality, you can choose the opal color and Wearne will source the perfect stone for you.
Handmade in NYC, the Embrace Cuff is a striking piece of polished arm candy by Brooklyn-based designer Rebecca Mapes, who manifests her love for antique and vintage jewelry into bold, modern designs. Like the wrist that bears it, the solid brass will also change over time by developing a rich patina through use. The sterling silver version sports ten champagne diamond bracelets on each “hand” for even more eye-catching bling.
Vij5 reshapes newspaper into a stunning abstract accessory by pressing the black-and-white daily and enclosing it in brass rings. Designed by rENs—Renee Mennen & Stefanie van Keijsteren—each of the soft, stylish pendants is engraved with the date the newspaper was printed and sells in a variety of sizes.
From one of the most historic Spanish jewelry design houses, founded by sculptor Manuel Carrera in 1885, comes this exquisite ring from their Peacock Collection. Born of a luxuriant white gold, encrusted in blue sapphires, garnets and diamonds, it is majestic and worldly. As much sculpture as it is accessory, imagination dictates its brilliance.
Hermès may be most famous for their highly covetable Birkin bag, but those into watches know that the French purveyor is equally remarkable at making high quality timepieces. The Cape Cod, with its double-wrapping Barenia leather strap, is as classic as it is modern. We like the stainless steel case and tan strap but many styles are available.
Hand-dyed and laden with super sparkly Swarovski crystals, the Phase Round Earrings by aerospace engineer-turned-metalwork designer Lynn Maclachlan melds usage of innovative digital tools such as 3D printing with traditional craft techniques to produce these high-tech accessories.
Any skater in your life will be stoked to sport the Lockwood Bench pendant, representing the famed schoolyard in East LA where legends like the Gonz to Koston cut their teeth. This special piece is hand sculpted by designer Spencer Fujimoto, and is part of El Señor’s 7 Wonders Collection, which features engraved, wearable pendants symbolizing skateboarding’s most iconic spots.
The handmade Khamra Purple Bolo necklace is an instant solution to any boring outfit conundrum. The adjustable hand-formed ceramic pendant sits on a 36-inch brass chain which allows for many wearability options for both the ladies and the gents. Tighten around a modern fit buttoned collar shirt or let it hang long and loose for a look Jimmy Hendrix would be proud of. The pendant is hand-painted and signed by artist on the back, with triangle end-points in soft peach-pink beautifully finishing the piece. And, it’s already delightfully packaged in handmade muslin furoshiki wrapping to make a gift-giver’s life just a bit easier
And now, a brief geology lesson: Ultra-glittery stone Druzy is created in a million-year-long geological process, when water containing minerals evaporates on the surface of other rocks and leaves behind a twinkling layer. Psychics believe the gem can remove energy blockages and allow us to discover our own inner light. Berkeley-based jeweler Melissa Joy Manning uses this semi-precious world wonder in her dazzling Black Druzy necklace, handmade from ethically sourced materials for a pendant as sustainable as it is stunning.
Mexican souvenir rings were originally cast from melted down pesos, as the currency had lost much value following the Mexican Civil War. In the 1940s, these rugged accessories earned a following amongst motorcycle enthusiasts on their journeys to the Mexican border. Today, Fine Light Trading, a one-man operation based out of Brooklyn, replicates these Mexicana turned Americana pieces with authentic design and quality craftsmanship. All rings are handmade to order and as much collector’s items as the originals.
While it would be hard to go wrong with any of Jill Platner’s divine accessories, the wearability and simple beauty of her CC Rider bracelet make it a sure winner. Named after Jill’s favorite song by Elvis, the CC Rider is available as a wrap or single bracelet crafted from rawhide, comes in five stunning hues and is finished with a sterling silver toggle clasp, blending just the right amount of rugged durability and streamlined femininity.
ID necklaces move to another plane with Beth Macri’s Hidden Message Necklaces. Macri originally moved to New York as a structural engineering consultant for the High Line. Today, she designs jewelry using skills and techniques garnered from her engineering background, employing the latest 3D software to conceptualize and create forward-thinking pieces which are as geometrical as they are gorgeous.
A solid addition to any gal’s arm party. Designed by Swedish-born, NYC-based designer Annika Inez for her By Boe line, this delicate bracelet embodies the artist’s mission to create subtle accessories that make a bold statement. While this stunning piece—available in silver or gold—may or may not lend psychic capabilities, the cuff definitely has just the right amount of simplicity and power.
Descended from the powerhouse Fendi, designer Delfina Delettrez’s unique collections are described by some as “delirious.” Nature and the human body inspire her baubles, which incorporate a range of organic and non-organic materials. Like little works of art, these enamel clips lend a whimsical and unexpected twist to any updo.