Safety first: handling vintage jewelry the smart wayI always start with safety because vintage jewelry can hide surprises — loose settings, sharp clasps, or unknown metals that irritate skin. Before…

Introduction — Health-Forward Jewelry: Why Mixed-Metal Hoops Can Be Good for YouI always start with health because jewelry touches your skin all day. Wearing high-quality mixed-metal hoops reduces irritation and…

I love that many bezel-set turquoise necklaces are highly customizable — from chain length to stone size and metal finish, you can make a piece feel uniquely yours. As someone…

Introduction — Waterproof options firstI always start with waterproof options when I think about engraved watch backs because nothing ruins a keepsake faster than water damage. I’ve tested engraved watches…

Tying the first pair of hoops to a memory might sound dramatic, but I remember the afternoon I learned how jewelry could change everything — a summer market stall, the…

Introduction — Fast solutions for last-minute bridal sparkleIf you need a quick, beautiful finishing touch for a wedding look, I get it — time is tight and choices are overwhelming….

Introduction — Sustainability FirstSustainability matters to me, and I know it matters to you. I’ve been paying close attention to how my jewelry choices impact the planet, so when I…

Introduction: Why Noise Reduction Matters — Even for RingsI know it sounds odd, but when you’re choosing a signet ring, noise reduction matters. Tiny clinks and constant jingling can turn…

Have you ever wished for a single necklace that could be worn with everything—jeans, a blazer, or that silk slip dress—and still look effortlessly polished?I ask because I’ve spent years…

Starting with a surprising story: the first time I wore a seed-bead anklet it rubbed against a supervisor’s desk bell during a late-night shift and rang like a tiny sea…