Spotlight: Concrete Polish Jewels

For the past several months I've had the pleasure of interning at jewelry shop and showroom Concrete Polish in Northern Liberties. If you live in the Philadelphia area and still haven't visited the shop, I'll forgive you--for now. But if you read this post and STILL don't check it out? We're gonna have some issues. It's a hidden gem with edgy but feminine statement rings, necklaces, bangles, and earrings that any jewelry junkie needs to own at least one piece of. Although, if you buy one, you're likely to start building your collection up as the owner and designer Angela Monaco continues to add more and more to her impressive inventory.

(The Celestial Eyes Ring in Rose Gold with Oynx, from the Carbon Future collection)

Her designs feel modern and futuristic but rooted in something totally classic and timeless too. There is real weight and substance to her work, and a refreshing originality that's hard to find in jewelry these days. Yes, Angela is technically my boss, and yes I've earned a special place in her iPhone with emoticons surrounding my name, but I wouldn't follow her to Las Vegas and several Philadelphia events selling her jewels if I didn't genuinely believe in her talent. Well, okay, who can say no to a Vegas trip? But regardless, she's an incredible artist and business lady!

(Tourmaline Necklace in Gold from the Crystal Crush collection)

(Leaf Wrap ring in Rose Gold from the Classics collection)

And this is jewelry you can feel good about buying! In case you need any more reason to buy pretty, shiny things, you can feel good knowing that each piece is designed and made locally in Philadelphia. Angela is inspired by crystals and their structures, and a lot of her pieces are also cast from them. And so there are some crazy good vibes and energy going on in her shop and jewels. Unlike a lot of other junk jewelry you can find for real cheap, everything in her collections are made with quality materials, so you're getting exactly what you pay for.

(The Stones and Bones ring in Rose Gold with Onyx, from the Classics collection)

For any Pretty Little Liars fans, three of her pieces will be featured in future episodes! So, if you want to own Hanna & Emily worthy fashion BEFORE the episodes air, get yourself to her website at http://concretepolishjewels.com/. Oh, and totally follow her Instagram @concretepolishjewels. It's a must for any jewelry, crystal, or adorable dog fan.

And because I can't write a post about Concrete Polish without bragging about my awesome custom Celestial Eyes ring...

(Custom Celestial Eyes Ring in Rose Gold with Peruvian Opal)

So, what are your favorite pieces from her collection? Comment and let me know!