Briolette Pendant in Lapis Lazuli StyleNumber_S48164

Briolette Pendant in Lapis Lazuli StyleNumber_S48164Something of an iconoclast in the fine jewelry world, Marie Hlne de Taillac makes semi precious pieces that feel decidedly un stuffy. Her designs are special, but playful, and have enjoyed a cult following since 1996. Each piece is made by artisans in Jaipur, India (the gem capital of the world!) and carefully crafted to bring out the natural rainbow colors of the stones. This is one of her signature necklace charms, designed to be hung on a simple

embroidered in green

from a family-owned business that's been operating since the 1950s

This one's made of cheery printed silk and handmade in the USA

The cards are printed on Bee Paper (the highest-quality playing card stock) and the tuck case has DO NOTHING OUT OF SELFISH AMBITION blind-embossed on the front

a modified spread collar

hand-carved wood handle

almost velvety finish

It is an irresistible visual record of the art of living by one of its most penetrating observers

The formula is both matte and creamy

(Dieter Rams kind of defined the look

Wildsam takes their city-guide approach on the road to cover entire regions of the United States that are worth exploring beyond city limits

almost silk-like cotton that's been their signature for over a century