Daily Gems & other musings — gifts that give

The inspiration for the original viv&ingrid "Bonbon Box" came from the idea of treating yourself to a box of little luxuries, something we dreamed up in our small upstairs design studio before we opened our flagship shop in Downtown Berkeley...fast forward a few years later, and after we opened viv&ingrid at Oxford Hall, our idea evolved into creating little boxes of edible treats featuring our local friends and artisanal candy creators. The viv&ingrid Bonbon Bar was one of our favorite endeavors, and we loved partnering with different small makers to bring locally made and sustainably sourced products and women-owned businesses...

As a design company, every personal detail matters to us!  Each viv&ingrid piece is custom made by hand by a local Bay Area artisan, and when we package each gift, we're doing it with the greatest care and with the most minimal packaging for the smallest impact possible. We know how important and personal your gifts are, and we want to package them in a way that conveys your message - we'll customize them so the recipient has the special experience you envisioned! Is it their 40th birthday?  Celebrating a graduation, baby, or special milestone?  Need a custom length necklace or have...