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For a long time, jewelry has been split into two categories: fine and costume. On one end, you have fine jewelry—gold, platinum, diamonds, and precious stones, often priced out of...

In many cases, gemstones and crystals need cleansing. There are a few exceptions to this, such as malachite and selenite, which clean themselves, although, should you spill something sticky on...

You might have seen the “quiet luxury” on Instagram feeds or splashed across the winter 2023 Runway ads. But what does it all mean? Quiet luxury is a new-age phenomenon...

The story of how an unexpected turn of events led us to finding our NYC flagship store in the heart of the Lower East Side!

More people than ever are purchasing their jewelry from online vendors rather than big chain stores or jewelry outlets. Since 2021, rates of lifestyle & fashion jewelry and regular jewelry...

Dog tooth amethyst promotes positive thinking and, in so doing, overshadows negative thinking. This positivity helps provide inner peace. This inner peace quiets the overactive mind, helping alleviate physical tension...

Chalcedony, from the Latin Chalcedonian, is a very popular semi-precious gemstone that can be used widely for jewelry for decorative purposes. It purportedly has many healing benefits, bringing inner peace,...

Baltic amber is fossilized resin that was hardened millions of years ago and is crafted into beautiful pieces of jewelry today. Baltic amber is made from the resin or sap of...

Many people believe that onyx can be used to give strength to people during dark nights or lonely times, that it can offer some protective abilities like being able to...

If you are interested in new gemstones, consider the stunning Amazonite gemstone with its rich blue and green hues. Amazonite reacts to physical and nonphysical elements, bringing many purported healing properties.

If you are interested in upgrading your garments and home materials, you should consider SUPIMA cotton. SUPIMA Cotton is a form of cotton only grown in the United States, one which...

From the softest of pastel pink to the richness of lavender pink and purple, kunzite gemstones have been associated with love since their discovery. The kunzite gemstone brings with it...