Lawrence Miller & Co Review

They're really very good at what they do. Per the other reviews, yes, they do sell antique jewelry, but they also cups, salt and pepper shakers platters, frames, and various other antique items. There are some pretty interesting filigree pendants on display in the antique case. Unfortunately, I didn't inquire about the price. I imagine they're very expensive though.

I worked with them over a period of three weeks to create the most perfect engagement ring that could fit in my budget. Except, well... I went beyond my original budget. I ended up settling on a piece that they had on display, but had to forge specifically in a very short period of time. Very awesome. The woman was very happy with it.

If you're looking for something specific, they'll work with you, draft up some ideas or guide you through the catalogs they have on hand. I'll be returning to work with them on some wedding bands when the date approaches.

Lawrence, Tim and Liz are among some of the coolest people in Old Town. Go there. Spend all of your money.

121 S Royal St Ste 1
Alexandria, VA 22314

(703) 548-0659

Bryn Mawr Jewelry Co Review

Another shinny and sparkling review for Scott!!  The minute you meet the man, you will see that he is just glowing with friendliness you will want to give him your business too.

Yelp lead us here on the search for a men's wedding band, and our first stop was not super successful.  We had just come from a big jewelry shop downtown and found a ring that we loved.  Scott does not carry much inventory in the store, so we left empty handed, but his great impression stayed with us.

We decided to be sneaky and go back to the overpriced jewelry store downtown, pick out a ring, and have Scott order us a ring to its exact specifications.  He absolutely succeeded, and for about half the price!!

Scott also ordered our ring from a Chicago supplier.  He shared that he tries to do all his business locally and support Chicago.  On my last visit to the store, I even heard him abruptly hang up the phone on a New York supplier who was bugging him for business.

My hubby-to-be, and I agree, that all further jewelry purchases we make (and I told my man, there better be many!! :)) Scott is our go-to-guy.

1125 W Bryn Mawr Ave
Chicago, IL 60689
Neighborhood: Edgewater

(773) 271-6263

Ruby Review

I'm all about accessories lately for myself and those who I am supposed to be a personal shopper for.  Spending other people's money?  I'm doing my part to help the economy.  I don't even care that I don't end up with anything in the end. 

So, I came in to this store and immediately saw earrings, bracelets and necklaces I thought could work.  Unfortunately, I was jewelry-blocked because the one salesperson was helping someone else.  

Any other time, I might have been able to wait around but it was about 80 degrees in the store and I had to  be somewhere.  Also, I could tell from the conversation that the other customer was in no hurry to make a selection and get moving. 

Even though they prevented me from spending money, I give them 4 stars because the selection looked good and there was a cool pug that needed my affection.  I'll try again sometime.


3602 20th St

(at Valencia St)
San Francisco, CA 94110
Neighborhood: Mission

(415) 550-8052

Multikulti Review

This is a cool little spot, chock full of items, to browse if you're looking for great deals on sunglasses, costume jewelery, dance attire, belly dancing attire/zils, scarves, handbags, henna tattoos, greeting cards....oy....the list goes on! Very reasonably priced...many is the time you don't NEED any of this stuff...but you WANT it and you recognize it immediately! Reda, the charming owner by way of Alexandria, Egypt, has a way with the ladies and an eye for knowing what they want! = ) He has been there for 10 years, and generally knows everyone by name even if it's only their 2nd or 3rd visit! He makes time to chit chat while he's ringing each person up and everyone leaves there smiling, with a shopping back full of cool stuff! (Actually, now that I think of it, this store is a microcosm of the old Headlines chain...remember those cool shops on Market and in the Castro?) 

On my most recent visit, I picked up some Jackie O sunglasses, a Cleopatra headdress (yes, I will FIND a reason to incorporate it into some future ensemble) some new zils for belly dancing, a pink ostrich feather and panne velvet mask (shades of Eyes Wide Shut...process THAT visual for a moment =) and life changing blue Swavorski crystal chandelier earrings! 

The ONLY drawback is parking on this street AND with 1 hour meters! (And the construction going on right now has alot of spaces blocked off) Take public transit or park a couple blocks down on a side street and hoof it over there! 

They are open 6 days a week, closed Mondays, from 12 to 8pm

Shoukran Reda-habibi, for this little mecca of sparkly goods and sunshine you have created for your clientele! You keep us coming back for more!!!

539 Valencia St
(between 16th St & 17th St)
San Francisco, CA 94110
Neighborhood: Mission

(415) 437-1718