Padparadscha: The Other September Sapphire

It's natural that sapphire takes most of the September spotlight given the popularity of the birthstone. But blue doesn't have to get all the...

Britt’s Pick: Eden Presley’s Bicolor Tourmaline and Spinel Ring

We are entering the season of the moodiest hues, and gemstones are no exception. While some gems offer a reliably consistent pop of color, others...

Talismania Is Betting Big on Montana Sapphires

Young brand Talismania, founded in 2023 by Elizabeth Graham, may have arrived at just the right time. Based in Montana, the fine jewelry brand...

Jewels From My Inbox: August 2026 Edition

August is a transition month that always feels a little meandering. It’s still technically summer—and the temperatures confirm that, for the most...

Britt’s Pick: Jake Matluck’s Magnum Opus Aquamarine Necklace

On my trip to the recent Melee show, I came across a number of memorable jewels (you can read about the trends I spotted here). But no piece has...

Bear Brooksbank Makes Its Long-Awaited U.S. Debut

For Bear Brooksbank, New York has always been part of the dream. Since introducing her brand in 2012, the British jeweler has hoped to make it across...

All Hands on Deck

At a moment when consumers are especially drawn to pieces with meaning, the hand is emerging as a particularly resonant symbol in...

Britt’s Pick: Jade Ruzzo’s Silver Vic Ring

I think the first Jade Ruzzo ring I ever wrote about, back in 2023, was one of her iconic Vic rings. Named for her late father, the style, which was...

Meluzza Looks to Helios for You Are My Sunshine

Lately, jewelers have been looking to the ancient world for design inspiration. From incorporating actual artifacts to drawing on ancient...

Observations From The 2026 Melee Show in New York

Montana sapphires stole the show—as did off-color diamonds—at an event that has grown from 13 exhibitors to over 120. Although Melee made its...