Esqueleto LA

If I had to pick one thing I love most about my job, it’s uncovering unique designers and discovering emerging fashion brands – ones that defy current trends by creating from a place of pure passion and talent. That’s why I’m smitten with Esqueleto. I met founder and jewelry designer Lauren Wolf years ago, when she was designing for her own namesake label, and serendipitously ran into her at event in New York in 2011, just as she was about to open a new boutique in my neighborhood of Oakland. Since then, Esqueleto has been my go-to when it comes to engagement referrals, gift ideas and those occasional ‘treat yo self’ moments. Her collection of fine and estate jewelry, art and objects is so thoughtfully and impeccably curated, you’ll walk away from the store wanting everything, even that perfectly broken in vintage rug on the floor. In 2015, Lauren opened a location in LA’s Eastside, which is equally filled to the brim with unique jewelry, rotating artwork and handcrafted objects. What I love most is the selection of rings, which the staff is so adept in inspiring me to think outside the box when it comes to building layers onto my wedding stack. Old and new, rough and shiny, gold and silver . . . anything goes! So, with Mother’s Day just around the corner, I highly suggest you pay good ol’ Esqueleto a visit. Just sayin’.

(photography by Marisa Vitale for HonestlyWTF)

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  1. chichi wrote:

    the designs are gorgeous and so are the pictures!
    http://www.thestyletune.com

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  2. Rena wrote:

    The designs are indeed adorable!
    xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
    http://www.dressedwithsoul.com

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  3. Kaitlyn wrote:

    Those rings are SPEAKING to me! I would love to get one for my mother, but also myself! hehe
    Thanks for sharing, I will have to check them out more deeply!

    Kaitlyn
    lilacandstyle.com

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  4. Noemi wrote:

    Beautiful pieces, I particularly like the rings.

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  5. August wrote:

    Such a lovely rings, cool place <3
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  6. everlynn wrote:

    Those rings were to die for! Definitely going to check out their site!

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  7. Michelle wrote:

    I am totally smitten as well, the pieces are absolutely wonderful!
    https://www.makeandmess.com/

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  8. Kay wrote:

    These pieces are all too cute! I love the store as well <3

    https://www.myblackcloset.com/

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  9. Kiri wrote:

    I love that about blogging too.
    This store has such an interesting mix of decor – and I love the jewels.
    I especially love the black tooth necklace.
    I also like how you have photographed the rings both on the crystal and on your hands!! 🙂
    Kiri
    Set to Glow
    http://www.settoglow.com.au

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  10. Sounds like a dream job! The photo of the rings on the blades of grass sculpture (is it a blades of grass sculpture?) is cool.

    5.7.17
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  11. MiaExuberant wrote:

    I love Roost designs. It is understated elegant everyday wear jewellery. Love the designs

    5.14.17
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  12. Next occasion it’s incredible and the craftsmanship and handcrafted objects cool as well

    5.15.17
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  13. Jade D'sa wrote:

    Those rings are BEAUTIFUL!! I wouldn’t be able to pick one if I had to!

    7.22.17
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