What a swanky, cool place!

I stopped by the Phoenicia Association – men’s boutique and art space – in Phoenix to check out the trunk show of three local jewelry artisans – from the Reliquary, Dear Raymer and Sam Wilkes. All super nice designers with modern, eclectic jewelry pieces at affordable prices. I was impressed!

The DJ spinning the show

Alex Ozers of “from the Reliquary” was gracious enough to invite me. I really like his modern, hand-wrought necklaces and especially the bangles. The necklaces ranged from $48 and up. The bangles started at $32.  Cool, simple, modern pieces hand made by Alex in different metals.

Alex Ozers of "from the Reliquary" and his pieces

Bangles by Alex Ozers of "from the Reliquary"

Necklaces by Alex Ozers

Also showing was Sam Wilkes who incorporates coins into his pieces.

My favorite of the show, however, was Dear Raymer by Jared Tate. I was drawn to the femininity of his pieces – cameos, flowers and sparkly rhinestones.  Fantastic pieces for around $100.

Jared Tate of "Dear Raymer" working the show

Bracelets. I loved the cameo bracelet and the 3 white flowers above.

My favorite "Dear Raymer" necklace

The "Dear Raymer" Collection

The jewelry was chic as well as the space. Keep your eyes out for these designers at MADE Boutique, Practical Art, Bunky Boutique and Covet. Or find Alex online at www.alexozers.com.

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