Snowflakes are as symbolic to the winter holiday vibes as fireworks to the 4th of July celebrations in U.S.A.
The arrival of the snow brings along a significant shift in our clothing followed by the ritual family gatherings for Christmas and New Year festivities marked with warm and delicious food thus creating lifelong memories of cozy family time.
What better way to cherish such wonderful memories than to gift yourself or your loved ones beautiful fine jewelry inspired by the stunning snowflake motifs. Not only do they make for the perfect holiday gifts, they look gorgeous too with the well defined symmetry.
We at Salty Sapphire have done the hard bit of searching the near and far for you and have put together a gorgeous assortment of serene snowflake jewelry to make this time of the year special:
A beautiful handmade 14k gold snowflake design set with six sparkling diamonds surrounding a rose cut diamond in the center by Massachusetts based designer Melanie Casey.
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Whether we are scribbling our names on soft sandy beaches, a dusty car windshield or go all the way to imprint tattoos on our bodies, we inadvertently try to leave our marks on tangible objects to call them our own and feel a sense of possession.
Personalized jewelry has always been around, earlier in the form of signet rings for the erstwhile kings and queens to now flashy necklaces for hip-hop stars.
If you have been contemplating getting personalized jewelry for yourself that doesn’t appear too gaudy or make you look like a narcissist, I have curated a list of desirable fine jewelry styles which will make for a perfect daily wear accessory.
A is for an adorable rainbow enamel initial pendant with a white diamond set star highlight by Los Angeles based designer Andrea Fohrman.
B is for a beautiful rose gold pendant with a textured matt finish and set with diamonds by celebrated designer and entrepreneur Annoushka Ducas who had previously founded Links of London.
E is for an elegant diamond ring from Los Angeles based designer Emily Faith Goldstein whose brand EF collection is known for making delicate and feminine fine jewelry for everyday wear.
H is for a hip gold and diamond disc bracelet by Los Angeles based brand Zoe Lev.
14K yellow gold and natural diamonds.
Founder and designer Stephanie debuted her line with personalized necklaces, earrings and rings and the category has since then led the brand’s signature styling.
K is for a knockout lime green enamel ring from New York based designer Kelly Bello. Born in Colombia and raised in Miami, Kelly’s industrial design background characterises her playful fine jewelry line.
When I began writing this blog post, I wanted to avoid the usual mall type jewellery that is sold everywhere and dig deep and wide to find iterations crafted by independent designers. Although, I have listed just one initial type for each of the designer, they of course have the whole series available to suit your name type.
Initials jewelry make for a wonderful gift, be it for someone’s birthday, anniversary or graduation gifts or just as a self purchase because they look so fabulous and make for a cute reminder to be ourselves always.
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There is a common misconception that diamonds are usually always white in color.
However, not only do diamonds occur in wide variety of shades ranging from yellow, pink, green, blue, black etc., these natural colors are considered more valuable and command a high premium due to high consumer demand for such rare stones.
Black diamonds get their color due to presence of dark colored inclusions, however most of the commercial variety that is sold to the consumers are subject to irradiation and heat treatment to attain the jet black color. They are also graded differently and cost less than traditional white diamonds.
Since the last few decades, black diamonds have rose in prominence and have managed to stay in the limelight, thanks to Hollywood and TV celebrities flaunting their edgy black diamond styles at red carpet events and public appearances.
Independent designers have also kept the interest level high in this category by creating stunning and trendy jewelry which highlight the beauty of the stone and offer a fresh and daring look.
We present to you ten alluring jewelry styles that will begin your love affair with black diamonds:
Black diamond band in an art deco setting from San Diego based Marrow Fine.
Founder Jillian Sassone spent 15 years in the corporate rat race before quitting it all to follow her creative passion of designing jewelry.
Oval rosette black diamond ring by New York based designer Anna Sheffield.
With an upbringing in the Southwest and a degree in Sculpture, Anna’s pieces sport a feminine yet an unconventional look and make for modern day heirlooms.
Consider getting a gorgeous piece of black diamond jewelry on your next shopping jaunt and add a touch of mystery and cool factor to your fine jewelry collection.
“If everything around you seems dark, look again, you may be the light..“
– Rumi
Every story needs a hero and he or she only becomes one after overcoming a seemingly insurmountable nemesis. And every hero-to-be needs a force that motivates and provides affirmation in the darkest of times.
We may not have to wage a war against some fierce monster unleashed to destroy mankind, however we sure do battle many obstacles within and on the outside in our endeavor to achieve our goals and lead the best life that we can.
It’s in crucial times like the current pandemic that we realize how vulnerable we are and seek affirmation for a secure future. People try different ways to reassure themselves and seek solace in their loved ones, religion, nature and the overall belief that the world will return to normalcy.
Jewelry has long provided remembrance for life’s important occasions, moments and memories in the form of motifs and symbols that we hold close to our hearts. Heirlooms which are passed down from generations are held in high regards and lend a positive aura to the wearer.
In earlier times, fine jewelry of the above kind was either subdued or ostentatious, but nothing in between that was suitable for daily wear. However, since the last few years, things have changed and we are going to explore some exciting offerings from upcoming independent designers and brands which push beyond convention and can begin your association with a beautiful symbol of faith.
Ganesha:
Ganesha is revered as the God of new beginnings, wisdom, success and a remover of obstacles.
He is easily identified by the elephant’s head and is widely worshiped across the Hindu, Jain and Buddhist sects. He is a much loved and adored God in the Indian culture is always honored before commencing rituals or important personal tasks .
Inspired from Buddhist and Eastern traditions, Nancy Badia founded Buddha Mama and crafts fine jewelry in line with the zen ideology.
The brands stands out from its peers for their hand made creations and rich usage of colorful gemstones and enameling.
The visually striking Ganesha pendants are crafted in 20K gold and set with diamonds, sapphires and rubies.
The Cross has been a symbol of Christian faith in various forms and shapes for centuries and is considered by many as a protective element against evil forces.
This attractive cross pendant from Spanish fashion brand Tous stands out from the conventional offerings available in the market and offers a chic option to accessorise with a casual outfit..
The rainbow themed pendant is crafted in 18K Rose Gold plated Sterling Silver and set with vibrant gemstones like pearls, turquoise, spinels, amethyst, peridot, topaz, created ruby, iolite and sapphires.
This cross pendant is unlike anything else out there, designer Marla Aaron brings the luxe to the outdoors with this hardware carabiner inspired gold cross pendant.
Pair it with your favourite chain to flaunt your rebellion streak.
Since centuries, mankind has been wearing talismans in his attempts to ward off curses and seek protection against the evil forces. Traditionally jewelry of such kind was primarily made with blue glass beads and it still continues to sell in the original form.
In recent years, independent designers have come out with a sleeker and dainty versions of this motif allowing women to pair them with their daily outfits.
Designer Suzanne Kalan has been a trendsetter in popularizing baguette diamonds in her ‘Fireworks’ collection.
Check out this exquisite evil eye necklace crafted in 18K gold and studded with striking baguette diamonds with a large round turquoise stone in the center, apt to ward off the negative feelings in this crazy times of 2020.
Featured here is New York based designer Meira T’s 14K yellow gold evil eye necklace with a blue sapphire in the center surrounded by white diamonds and adorned with the trademark dangling diamond charms.
Get your share of the rose gold allure with this enchanting locket style evil eye necklace in hammered finish by New York based acclaimed designer Penny Preville.
The Hamsa motif is a palm shaped amulet symbolizing the Hand of God. Considered as a protective symbol, it is believed to provide it’s owner health, happiness, luck and good fortune.
Designer Anne Sisteron’s stunning Hamsa charm pendant featured above is crafted in 14K yellow gold and set with sparkling white diamonds and makes for a great daily wear item.
Om or Aum is the highest sacred sound and spiritual symbol in the Hindu culture. It is considered as the basic sound of the universe and chanting it energizes our senses and connects us to the divine energy. Millions of Indians believe in the power of this auspicious symbol and it holds a sacred place in their rituals and traditions.
The ‘Om’ pendant from Sydney Evan makes for a good spiritual companion and is crafted in 14K yellow gold with white diamonds.
The Star of David, also known as the Shield of David is an ancient Jewish symbol of protection and is a widely recognised symbol of Judaism.
The sophisticated pendant from the iconic house of Tiffany is crafted from platinum and set with white diamonds and makes for a perfect everyday luxury wear.
It is believed in the Irish culture that anyone who finds a four leaf clover is destined for good luck as each leaf of the clover represents faith, hope, luck and love.
The necklace from French brand Nouvel Heritage features a four leaf clover in 18K rose gold set on a halo of white diamonds.
This charm necklace from designer Jennifer Meyer equips you from with all ammunition against any negative vibes with the 7 lucky symbols of horse shoe, four leaf clover, heart, Om, number 13, elephant and the evil eye.
These lucky little single studs from Sofia Kaman are fun to wear either individually or mixed and match with other charms to create your own personalized look.
Even though the start of the year has been tragic, we can all hope and pray that by the end of this year, our lives return to normal and the collective human race overcomes this difficult time.
Hoop earrings have always been a significant part of adornment practices in communities of color and they have evolved over time into a must have accessory for women worldwide. Independent designers have pushed the creative boundaries beyond the traditional shapes and sizes to offer exciting styles and silhouettes as seen below:
18K Rose Gold Earrings with an industrial finish look and diamonds studded on the side profile from the house of Walters Faith.
Designer Mollie Faith Good joined hands with her business partner Stephanie Walters Abramow in 2013 and have quickly become a favourite amongst celebrities and stylists like Meryl Streep, Jennifer Lawrence, Kendall and Kyle Jenner and Priyanka Chopra.
Knock it out of the park with these super glam earrings with baguette diamonds from the popular ‘Fireworks’ collection by designer Suzanne Kalan.
A veteran jewelry designer, Suzanne attained widespread recognition and awards for her signature ‘Fireworks’ collection comprising baguette diamonds set in a scattered fashion.
She single-handedly revived the baguette shaped diamonds from the sidelines and turned them into a hot trend which was then followed by many other designers.
Diamond shaped hoop earrings studded with scintillating round diamonds from Los Angeles based Korean-American designer Anita Ko.
Anita’s collections reflect the laid-back yet luxurious west coast culture and some of her popular motifs like the baguette leaf are often seen worn by A-list celebrities like Michelle Obama, Emma Watson, Brie Larson, Gigi Hadid, Charlize Theron to name a few.
Her designs offer an aspirational look while still easy to wear in everyday life.
Designer Gigi Ferranti is best known for her iconic diamond shaped motifs which are incorporated in her line of fine jewelry characterized by clean geometric lines and a cool urban vibe.
Stylish needle styled mini hoop earrings from New York based designer Melissa Kaye.
A personal favourite, she lends a new perspective to the usual classics and all of her designs sport an understated elegance without being flashy.
With a degree in Engineering and Computer Science, she spent a decade working as a quantitive strategist before changing course to pursue her interest of fine jewelry.
Her styling is focussed on sophisticated geometric silhouettes and each item is crafted with quality materials and built to last, they make for modern day heirlooms.
Take the glam factor three notches higher with this three tier hoop earrings from Los Angeles based talented mother-daughter duo of Ladan and Tanya Shayan of Shay Jewelry.
Founded by the talented husband wife duo of Nuttapon & Shar-Linn, Kavant & Sharart is a contemporary fine jewelry brand which has successfully managed to create a distinct look for their collections by infusing Art Deco styling and Oriental forms along with geometric lines and subtle curves.
In a short period of time, the brand has gained international recognition and had graced many of Hollywood’s A-listers like Jennifer Lopez, Madonna, Katy Perry, Tina Fey and Naomi Watts.
