Two Jewelry Designers You Should Know About…

…if you’re edgy but with elegance.

…if you read dark romance novels (in secret, of course.)

…if Kelli was your fave Season 5 Project Runway designer until she was auf’d.

And if your sense of humor skews towards the ironic, then I think you’ll like these jewelry designers as much as I do.

Leviticus
Leviticus Jewelry has a gorgeous collection of one of kind pieces for sale. I’m most enamored with their necklaces. Some quirky like the hand drawn John Waters pendant, others goth chic like the multi-strand tangled crosses.

“The Flock” necklace is one of my favorites. Six swooping swallows give this asymmetrical necklace a jaunty feel that works well with a LBD and dresses up your favorite basic tee. ($59, available in raw brass or silver)

Thanks to the film Walk the Line, we all know the intense love story of Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash. Leviticus Jewelry has immortalized their love in the Johnny & June necklace. Who knows? Maybe a little love will rub on you when you wear it. ($

Browse and shop all the fabulous pieces including bracelets, rings, and earrings at leviticusjewelry.com.

Katharine Sise
Considering that I’m all about statement-making jewelry, it’s a little embarrassing that I just discovered Katharine Sise. Her pieces are vintagey and eclectic with a dark romantic feel. Plus some of my favorite Hollywood style stars have worn her jewelry: Cameron Diaz, Anne Hathaway, and Drew Barrymore.

What’s love got to with it? This heart shaped locket accompanied by a pair of handcuffs sends a strong, yet playful message. ($195)

We love the mixture of elements and texture of the Butterfly necklace. A wood pendant, drop of topaz, and golden butterfly make for a pretty, feminine necklace. ($195)

Shop for Katharine Sise pieces at tobi.com or Azalea Boutique. Find the whole inspiring collection on view at katharinesise.com.