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Hot or Not – Volume 21

February 3, 2025 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling and Curious Things

For what seems like an eternity, we have been hoping and encouraging the return of the brooch. There’s even a slogan for the cause – “Bring back the brooch!” Quite honestly, we have converted many more pins and brooches than we have sold over the past few years. But this year, it might finally be happening. Brooches are on every runway… and not just on collars and lapels. They’re pinned to cuffs, waistbands, shoulders, hats, bags and shoes. Brooches are clustered in groups, paired ribbons, chains and bows. From necklines to hemlines… the brooch is definitely back!

I have been head over heels for this darling brooch since the first moment I saw it. Cleverly sculpted from a singular piece of peachy-pink coral, this bamboo stem is bursting with color and personality. Showcasing the carving skills of the maker, this stalk of bamboo is incredibly well made and true to life. I love the leaves bursting from the top.

Giving the piece structure and form is an 18-karat yellow gold frame that is expertly fitted to the back of the brooch. Bearing the marks of fine Italian jewelry, this brooch also boasts a hinged pin with two stems. This is a feature of high-end brooches; it serves to anchor the piece and keep it in place. A pair of gold bands extend from the frame and wrap around the stalk of the coral bamboo, providing the perfect perch for a charming little bird. With an upturned beak and curled tail-feathers, this multi-textured birdie adds a touch of whimsy to the brooch.

Held between two fingers, you can see the physical size of the brooch. Measuring just shy of two inches from top to bottom, it’s ideally sized. Though I am enchanted by this charming fellow, opinions at the store have varied. They range from utter adoration to complete indifference. Moderately priced at $2,100.00 – I can’t wait to hear what you think. Is our little friend a keeper? Or should he fly south for the winter? Is he hot? Or not?

“You can go to a museum and look, or come to us and touch.”

Written by Carrie Martin

Photography by Dana Jerpe

Joe’s Special Box Luxury Edition – Volume 25

January 31, 2025 by Joden Girl

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Baubles, Bling and A Collector’s Things

The top trend predicted for 2025 is a philosophy that Joe has supported for years…. bigger is better; more IS more. Just one visit to his office is concrete proof that Joe does, indeed, believe that size matters. Take a step inside the door of the inner sanctum of Joden Jewelers, and you will be overcome not just by the amount of jewelry inside, but also the size of it. From a renowned collection of Victorian treasures nestled inside the original boxes to an award-winning array of one-of-a-kind pieces crafted on the premises… if Joe can dream it, we have it. If “bigger is better” is the theme of 2025, we’re SO ready.

When it comes to lavish, over-the-top fashion and luxurious accessories, no one did it better than the Victorians… not even Joe Murawski. Beginning and ending with the years of Queen Victoria’s reign (1837-1901), the era was characterized by elaborate designs brought to life with sizable gems of every shape and color. Today’s featured piece showcases Victorian style to perfection.

Made from 15-karat yellow gold, this layout necklace achieves an ideal balance between delicate composition and jaw-dropping beauty. Measuring 17-inches in length, this late Victorian charmer rests comfortably at the base of the throat. Three interlocking tiers are set with soft blue aquamarines, sparkling peridot gems and creamy pearls. The dainty gemstone flowers combine with golden chain garlands to create an ethereal wonder.

In the photo above, I have paired this seemingly fancy necklace with a simple embroidered chambray shirt dress that I picked up at a local thrift store. Don’t save your jewelry for special occasions. Wear your diamonds to the supermarket; rock your pearls with jeans and a t-shirt. No need to worry about losing this necklace by wearing it out and about – it has a safety chain incorporated right in! Proving that elaborate jewelry can still be delicately beautiful and ideal for day-to-day life, this necklace is available now for $6,350.00. Call and make it yours today.

“You can go to a museum and look, or come to us and touch.”

Written by Carrie Martin

Photography by Dana Jerpe

Green with Envy

January 27, 2025 by Joden Girl

Joden Girl

Baubles, Bling and a Lovely Ring

Every girl needs to have a pretty ring. It doesn’t have to be expensive (although, it certainly could be!); in fact, it could be costume jewelry. It might be a wedding ring, a birthstone ring, or even a right-hand ring. Maybe you wear it on your ring finger or maybe it’s a pinky ring. You might even wear it on a chain around your neck. The only requirement is that it’s pretty, and that it makes you smile when you look at it.

This ring is a perfect example. Made from a rich, buttery 18-karat yellow gold, it’s simple and oh-so elegant. It fits the ring finger of my right hand, and I have it on now. As my fingers strike the keyboard on my laptop, I can’t resist watching the light from the television reflect across the surface of the center stone. Taking the shape of an elongated oval, this tourmaline is a glorious deep forest green. Weighing approximately 5.00 carats, this semi-precious gem is held in place with four prongs.

Accenting the center stone are six round brilliant diamonds. Three on each side, they’re clustered together in the shape of a small triangle. These diamonds have a combined weight of .40 carat. Bright white and full of sparkle, they highlight the center stone perfectly. The shank of the ring is doubled, with a singular rib running between the two halves. It splits at the base of the diamond setting, continuing up each side and ultimately joining with the prongs that hold the tourmaline.

The latest addition to our site, this modern ring is priced at $1,975.00. It works equally well on a ring finger, an index or middle finger, or perhaps a pinky! Able to be sized up or down, the choice is yours. As it sits comfortably on my hand, I can assure you that it’s definitely a pretty ring. And it has, indeed, brought a smile to my face. Hop on over to our site to make it yours today. Your friends will be green with envy!

“You can go to a museum and look, or come to us and touch.”

Written by Carrie Martin

Photography by Dana Jerpe

Baubles, Bling and Curious Things

Baubles, Bling and A Collector’s Things

Baubles, Bling and a Lovely Ring

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