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9 San Francisco Jewelry Stores for Unique Valentine's Day Gems

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Oakland's Marisa Haskell shop; photo via Marisa Haskell

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It's February, and Valentine's Day is less than two weeks away. For the guy (or gal) who never seems to find the perfect formula for the day with nearly unrealistic expectations, we feel your pain. Luckily, the Bay is filled with jewelry shops for a every budget and style. Not too sure which baubles best suit your partner? Snap a quick photo of her (preferably wearing a few accessories) and take the pic shopping so the experts can help you choose something she'll love. Hey, it might even be fun. And nothing can compare to that feeling when you know you've nailed it.


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Alexis Bittar

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Alexis Bittar is a particularly fun shopping experience because he decorates all of his shops with taxidermy. The Fillmore store features the dreaded honey badger. Pretty fabulous. And then there are the handmade, gorgeous jewels that appeal to women from 20 to 100. You can't go wrong!

Elle-Même

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This Russian Hill boutique stocks only vintage and antique jewelry, which means one-of-a-kind pieces that she'll never have to see on anyone else. Store owner Denise is ace at helping find the perfect gift based on a little background info on style and taste. So take a photo with you and trust her instincts.

Esqueleto

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Jewelry designer Lauren Wolf opened this Oakland shop after eight years of establishing her eponymous line in NYC. The space's desert vibes match California's aesthetic without losing Wolf's New York edge.

Fiat Lux

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Winner of the 2013 Racked Awards for best jewelry store, Fiat Lux is a perennial fave. A mix of locally designed collections and vintage pieces makes this store a treasure trove of sparkling goodness to suit a range of styles. The store's blog is also a great source for tracking jewelry trends.

Margaret Elizabeth Studio

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Margaret Elizabeth's stone-oriented baubles will be the workhorses of your gal's jewelry lineup. And the clean and bright interior of the store makes shopping the space relaxing and stress-free. We especially love the "Under $100" section—stock up without breaking the bank.

Marisa Haskell

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Marisa Haskell began her designing journey working with leather and stringing together old Navajo, Zuni and Mexican jewelry scraps. Her work today reflects her roots but with added elements of lux metals. And her current leather fringe pieces are spot-on for this spring's fringe trend.

Melissa Joy Manning

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Melissa Joy Manning's jewelry is both socially and environmentally sustainable. And the delicate designs are timeless pieces for the woman who doesn't chase trends. All jewelry is handmade to order in this Berkeley studio. And in honor of Valentine's Day, receive a box of Recchiuti chocolates with a $250 purchase.
No.3 (the third shop from Acrimony's Jenny Chung) is an expertly curated collection of jewelry that hits it out of the park every time. There's everything from dainty to edgy — and most at a very approachable price point. Chung's expert opinion (and her daily presence at the store) makes choosing a fun and informative journey.

Viv&Ingrid at Oxford Hall

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Locally designed and produced, Viv&Ingrid is our go-to for our everyday staples (like the pave triangle post earrings and the stackable dotted rings). If choosing is tough, ask to see the guide that shows which pieces were featured in the latest fashion magazines, and let the fashion editors do the picking for you.

Alexis Bittar

Alexis Bittar is a particularly fun shopping experience because he decorates all of his shops with taxidermy. The Fillmore store features the dreaded honey badger. Pretty fabulous. And then there are the handmade, gorgeous jewels that appeal to women from 20 to 100. You can't go wrong!

Elle-Même

This Russian Hill boutique stocks only vintage and antique jewelry, which means one-of-a-kind pieces that she'll never have to see on anyone else. Store owner Denise is ace at helping find the perfect gift based on a little background info on style and taste. So take a photo with you and trust her instincts.

Esqueleto

Jewelry designer Lauren Wolf opened this Oakland shop after eight years of establishing her eponymous line in NYC. The space's desert vibes match California's aesthetic without losing Wolf's New York edge.

Fiat Lux

Winner of the 2013 Racked Awards for best jewelry store, Fiat Lux is a perennial fave. A mix of locally designed collections and vintage pieces makes this store a treasure trove of sparkling goodness to suit a range of styles. The store's blog is also a great source for tracking jewelry trends.

Margaret Elizabeth Studio

Margaret Elizabeth's stone-oriented baubles will be the workhorses of your gal's jewelry lineup. And the clean and bright interior of the store makes shopping the space relaxing and stress-free. We especially love the "Under $100" section—stock up without breaking the bank.

Marisa Haskell

Marisa Haskell began her designing journey working with leather and stringing together old Navajo, Zuni and Mexican jewelry scraps. Her work today reflects her roots but with added elements of lux metals. And her current leather fringe pieces are spot-on for this spring's fringe trend.

Melissa Joy Manning

Melissa Joy Manning's jewelry is both socially and environmentally sustainable. And the delicate designs are timeless pieces for the woman who doesn't chase trends. All jewelry is handmade to order in this Berkeley studio. And in honor of Valentine's Day, receive a box of Recchiuti chocolates with a $250 purchase.

No.3

No.3 (the third shop from Acrimony's Jenny Chung) is an expertly curated collection of jewelry that hits it out of the park every time. There's everything from dainty to edgy — and most at a very approachable price point. Chung's expert opinion (and her daily presence at the store) makes choosing a fun and informative journey.

Viv&Ingrid at Oxford Hall

Locally designed and produced, Viv&Ingrid is our go-to for our everyday staples (like the pave triangle post earrings and the stackable dotted rings). If choosing is tough, ask to see the guide that shows which pieces were featured in the latest fashion magazines, and let the fashion editors do the picking for you.