Gem Gossip Visits ESQUELETO in Oakland, CA

My #JewelryRoadTrip started out off by using a bang in 2016-I planned on viewing San Francisco and found a lot of incredible stores and designers. I could not wait to find out what this metropolis experienced in retail outlet for my jewelry adventures!

The main end had me venturing through the Bay Bridge, whilst not in San Francisco-but in Oakland (merely a 20 minute car or truck trip) the side track was absolutely worth it. ESQUELETO is nestled within the coziest location, their 925 silver ringspot is dreamy in each and every way possible. A great deal to find out, the store is loaded with artwork, jewelry, rock and mineral specimens, neat objects, and much of items, so browsing in a single spot may possibly get awhile therefore you Nevertheless could possibly skip some thing! Loaded with treasures, despite the fact that not feeling cluttered at all, the white walls lighten up the compact area as well as the big windows which let in tons of sunlight. The ambiance is like a desert oasis meets jewelry boutique, and operator Lauren Wolf is curating items for ESQUELETO considering the fact that its opening in 2011. I could’ve appeared for hours!

Lauren is additionally a jewelry designer herself, the place she produces wonderful jewelry making use of black and gray diamonds together with her signature claw prongs silver earrings for menalong with other types motivated by mother nature. Lauren Wolf Jewelry matches correct in with precisely what is on show at ESQUELETO; every designer and artist enhances each other from the very best way attainable. Their “Stack of your Week” is actually a accurate testomony to this assertion, where various rings from their inventory are stacked jointly and photographed, showing how distinct artists and in some cases diverse time intervals can mix and mingle collectively. Talking of time periods, they’ve extra lots of antique and classic jewelry for their lineup and it’s been actually entertaining for them. To go through more about this, check out my weblog post featuring their antique and classic jewelry.

Several with the designers showcased at ESQUELETO are community, like Sarah Swell Jewelry, Jessica Winzelberg, Nick Engel, Ursa Important, all who stay in San Francisco. Other artists and designers are individuals Lauren enjoys and feels that her or his perform is a fantastic healthy for your retail outlet. Anthony Lent Jewelry is showcased at ESQUELETO, a favorite of mine, and i discovered Lauren took a category from Anthony and considers him one of the greatest. A great number of favorites-check out their designer website page to determine the total record!

If you’re seeking for just a shop that will transportation you to definitely someplace beautiful, in which you will “want everything,” then you certainly must pay a visit to ESQUELETO in Oakland! Remain tuned for more San Francisco recommendations!

Below are some with the parts I tried on and liked while browsing:

Onyx cameo ring, size six.five, Price tag: $975

18k gold large cluster diamond ring, size 5, Price: $9,000

Victorian Almandite garnet ring, size 5, Cost: $500

Victorian pearl cluster ring, measurement four, Cost: $750

Turquoise and pearl band ring, measurement six, Price: $900

Opal and diamond vintage ring, measurement eight, Value: $2,600

Rhombus Signet ring by Lauren Wolf in 14k yellow gold, Price: 1,a hundred

The Prism ring set with 3 defend minimize diamonds in 18k rose gold by Lauren Wolf, Price: $5,800

Fancy Teardrop cluster ring by Polly Wales, Price: $6,one hundred

Inverted marquise diamond ring by Rebecca Overmann, Price tag: $4,000

Classic garnet admirer earrings in 14k yellow gold, Cost: $3,600

Barnacle dangle hoop earrings in 18k & 14k yellow gold by Johnny Ninos, Cost: $3,185

Medium barnacle stud in 18k yellow gold and black diamonds by Johnny Ninos, Price tag: $375/single

Bronze Stag Beetle by Biological Jewels, Price: $125

Five square diamond antique band ring, Selling price: 1,600

18k white gold gray center diamond ring by Lauren Wolf Jewelry, Rate: $4,000

Four diamond antique band size five, Rate: $500

Substantial starburst necklace in silver by Lauren Wolf Jewelry, Price tag: $315

Diamond claw ring established using a 2.17 ct reen diamond by Lauren Wolf Jewelry, Price: $12,000

Black diamond barnacle ring by Johnny Ninos, Selling price: 1,415

ESQUELETO OAKLAND

482 A 49th St.

Oakland, CA 94609

510-629-6216

(ESQUELETO has an LA site as well)

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