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A Look Into My Jewelry Box and the Gems in My Saved Folder

A Look Into My Jewelry Box and the Gems in My Saved Folder

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Ilana Torbiner
Jul 17, 2024
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I won’t pretend that I’m super well versed in the jewelry space, but I do know what I like. And would definitely consider myself a thoughtful consumer. I’d like to think I gravitate towards timeless, yet interesting pieces, with occasional touches of wood or other earthy tones.

I often get asked about my every day jewelry, which I tend to keep simple (some might say sparse?)

My favorite favorite, and most asked about piece of jewelry, is my wedding band. It’s an antique 18k gold band with 3 old mine cuts sourced from Gray and Davis in the West Village.

Here are some very similar options:

Gypsy band 1 / gypsy band 2 / gypsy band 3

Another one of my most treasured pieces is this vintage Cartier watch passed down from my mother-in-law. I love how delicate it feels, and find that the brown strap makes it both easy to wear and versatile. Two important qualities to me when bringing something into my wardrobe (jewelry or otherwise).

Other beautiful Cartier tanks:

Must de Cartier Tank / Tank Louis Cartier / Tank Française / Tank Allongee

More regulars in my rotation:

Bean pendant / 9k gold chain / petite baguette necklace / bezel bracelet / fantasy signet / bone cuff, this is similar
Cora pendant
Not mine, but I still think about this sterling silver cuff with black jade

Similar idea at a more approachable price point:

Sterling cuff with black onyx 1 / sterling cuff with black onyx 2 / sterling cuff with black onyx 3
This vintage Gucci collar is another one of my favorites…one available here

Some other things I have my eye on (for a more delusional wishlist, keep scrolling):

Khaki necklace / gold hoops, I don’t have my ears pierced, but if I did…/ pendant necklace / gold cuff / wave necklace

Now for the really good stuff: an extensive (and expensive) wishlist, my most recent acquisitons, and a look inside my saved jewelry folder…

If you’ve been searching for something very special, or just here to gain inspiration, you’re in the right place.

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