Daily Gems & other musings — handmade
Style Board: Peridot
Posted by Robyn Burnaford on
We can’t think of a better way to soak up summer than with Peridot, the stone of love and fortune. This installment of our Style Board pairs our favorite, summery green hue with viv&ingrid classics.
The History of the viv&ingrid Bonbon Bar
Posted by Robyn Burnaford on
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...
Repair and Replace Your Favorite viv&ingrid Jewelry!
Posted by Robyn Burnaford on
Did you know? viv&ingrid offers jewelry repairs on all our designs and half pair replacements! We stand behind every piece of jewelry we design, and will do everything we can to repair your favorite pieces that need a little extra love. We love being able to bring your collection back to life, while reducing our footprint at the same time. Lost an earring? No problem! We also offer half pair replacements at half the cost of a full pair. Most replacements can be matched to your existing piece by emailing customerservice@vivandingrid.com. You can send any pieces for repair...
Little Luxuries with a larger meaning {and a minimal impact}
Posted by Robyn Burnaford on
For us at viv&ingrid, it's not just about the design of our product, but the entire experience - and our impact throughout the process. We want to create beautiful pieces that are meaningful while being conscious of the footprint we are leaving behind. That's why we have shifted to creating less waste as we design and make your pieces, upcycling materials and using biodegradable packaging. We are always focused on what we can do to improve and minimize our impact on the environment. We hope you love your viv&ingrid jewelry, whether it's a treat for yourself, a gift...