Happy Stories From our customers

While it doesn’t completely feel like Spring yet, it’s exciting to see the jewelry trends of the upcoming seasons. Sort of like virtual flowers in a vase, brightening up the space.

Which trend strikes your seasonal fancy?

The slogan bracelet at Chanel.

The ring stack at Valentino.

The illusion earrings at Prada.

Mix ‘N’ Match piercings at Dior.

The bridle bracelet at Hermès.

The feather watch at Fendi.

Source: Vogue

Nothing excites us more than when jewelry-making and a good cause combine. In this case, the invasive lionfish which threatens to destroy the waters of Belize because of its and ability to procreate at a rapid pace and eat with abandon. Read on.

The tail of the lionfish is considered waste among fishermen, as it is not edible.  By using the tails of the lionfish for jewelry, each lionfish caught then gains 40 percent more monetary value. The upfront investment to produce jewelry requires a small amount of varnish to treat the lionfish tail and supplies for making the jewelry which gives the women a huge profit margin on each piece sold. Considering the marine life attracts so many tourists that visit Belize, the lionfish jewelry has a large market made up of people willing to pay a premium price.

Source: 3P

Some examples of lionfish jewelry:

 

 

Stumbled across this dazzler over coffee this morning. What a WOW. If you’re looking for an engagement ring to stop people in their tracks, we’ll happily custom design your blingiest piece. (We also do subdued as well ; )

“This 22 carat fancy yellow radiant cut was a special piece Raymond Lee brought in for the Palm Beach Jewelry show, and everyone around the office (and at the show) couldn’t stop trying it on and admiring it! The large white diamond trillian side stones are softer than I usually see, with bulging shoulders. It’s not often you see side stones that require 4 prongs, but this ring demands it!” – Raymond Lee Jewelry Blog