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newly reset diamond earrings

Jennie Kwon reset diamond earrings / Alyson Brown of Unruly Things

early in May, I shared with you my new found favorite earrings from the collection of Jennie Kwon.  over time, I’ve fallen hard for her jewelry.  it’s so beautiful in a simple, yet elegant way.  we’ve connected in many ways over the internet and I’m now happy to call this gal my friend.

I asked Jennie if she’d be interested in resetting a pair of princess cut diamond earrings for me that Levi gave me almost 7 years ago, on our first Christmas together.  they were originally set in platinum, in a very simple setting but over the years I’d found myself not wearing them because I preferred to wear gold.  I longed to wear them again, not only for the symbolism but also because the diamonds were just so pretty.  that’s where Jennie stepped in.

many emails back and forth and a few weeks later, my new earrings arrived.  I can’t stop staring at them and grinning widely from ear to ear.  Jennie reverse set them in rose gold and added a tiny black diamond off to the side.  I’m convinced that the inverted diamond is twice as sparkly as it was before and the rose gold is just the perfect shade of pink.  so pretty, right?

Jennie Kwon reset diamond earrings / Alyson Brown of Unruly Things

check out Jennie’s collection for more beautiful jewelry.
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show me your stack : saundra messinger

show me your stack : Saundra Messinger

today’s stack comes from a jewelry designer named Saundra Messinger.  I love that her rings are organic, imperfect and unexpected.  there’s truly a beauty in that form, especially in a world of mass produced “perfection”.

here’s what Saundra has to say about her stack…

I am wearing some of my favorite rings today! Each of these rings represents an individual memory of why and when and where I designed them, whether it’s the large Diva ring that reminds me of strength and power, or the tiny lily pad stacking ring that indulges my vulnerable side, I suddenly notice the tiny, sparkling diamonds and I feel special, joyful and loved.

beautiful, right?  to connect each ring with a thought, memory or emotion.  Saundra would like to extend a 20% discount on her large oval diva ring {the large oval ring pictured above and one of her faves!} to Unruly Things from now until June 22.  since Saundra and her team work directly with all customers, just to mention “Unruly Things” in your convo to them.

thanks Saundra!
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52 weeks of Wolf : 24.52

52 weeks of Wolf : 24.52 / photo by Alyson Brown, Unruly Things

Wolf started preschool this week.  he’s going to a little Waldorf inspired preschool right down the street from us, just two days a week.  the kids in his summer group vary in ages from 2-3.75 years old.  I was worried about having bigger kids in his group but so far he loves it.  his teachers say aside from needing to follow directions a little better, he’s been doing a great job!  he even made a new friend, just a week younger than him.  they’re the youngest in the group and they played in the sandbox together, painted together and sat next to each other at lunch.  {sooooo cute.}  I talked to my mom and she said that’s how I met my first best friend.  she and I were the youngest in the group and we just became attached.  it’ll be fun to see if Wolf attaches to this little boy.

and – drum roll please….. his two final molars finally popped through.  we’re done with teeth!!!! hallelujah!

such a big week for milestones.
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bite + sip : comfort food

comfort food

we’ve taken a trip back in time with our weather.  today it’s barely 55 degrees outside and has been raining off and on.  I dug out my furry slipper and even turned the heat on!!  not fun.  come back, summer!

whenever the temperature dips and the skies are moody, I crave comfort food.  I spotted this polenta recipe yesterday and am dying to give it a try.  but tonight I’m making this spaghetti sauce for the umpteenth time.  I think I’ll get a nice loaf of bread and perhaps a bottle of wine to go with it, too.

what are you favorite comfort foods?
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curated for : Vuela Boutique

Unruly Things - curated for Vuela Boutique

I’m loving this curated series – how about you?  they’re like mini gift guides and peeks into various boutiques.  today I curated a collection of favorites from Vuela Boutique, an online shop filled with beautiful design and well-crafted accessories.  my little wishlist is so summery, isn’t it?

for more from Vuela Boutique, stop by their blog and check out the latest arrivals.

one : ceramic hanging vase / two : natural watch / three : indigo scarf / four : brass bar ring / five : mix scarf / six : blue keeper case / seven : ceramic bead necklace / eight : silver faceted earrings / nine : enameled locket necklace / ten : charcoal linen tote
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show me your stack : Renathe Todal Tande

show me your stack : series on Unruly Things, photo from Renathe

as you know, I’m such a fan of black.  and definitely a fan of dark, oxidized silver.  so when Renathe submitted her photos for the stack series, I was way excited to share.  Renathe is the owner of a Copenhagen jewelry company called StillWithYou.  they make effortless everyday jewelry with an edge, handcrafted from pure silver and the occasional crystal.  swoon.

from Renathe…
My favorite stacking rings are a mix between rings from StillWithYou’s current collection.  As a minimalist (personally and professionally) I love silver, texture and a somewhat dark aesthetic. This is my “everyday hand”, and works well with a busy schedule of work, meetings, errands and dinner party with no time for change in between. Plus they all match my lucky charm; Stella’s (our studio dog) puppy tooth bracelet!