Best Jewelry Stores

Best Jewelry Stores: Here’s eight jewelers in our area you will want to know about whether you’re shopping for precious stones or a trendy sterling bangle. Many of these shops are owned by award-winning designers in their own right. Here you can find everything from original designs worn by Oscar-winners, exquisite Native American jewelry, fabulous fine jewelry from renowned designers such as Arik Rostan and Rene Escobar, to selections from trendy designers like Chan Luu. 

Armonk

Rocks by Jolie B Ray: This popular Armonk jeweler features pieces from top designers including Gabriel and Co., Getana, Frieda Rothman, Doves by Poloma, Lauren Harper, Milliana, ENewton, Fern Freeman, Lika Behar and more. Plus owner Tanya Tochner’s own line of jewelry. Her designs that are made of 18k gold, and the highest quality diamonds and semi-precious stones, are best known for her signature matte-finished textured gold. Her collections are sold in over two dozen stores from Brooklyn to Seattle and have been featured in The Jewelry Book, Lustre, In Designand National Jeweler. (378 Main St, Armonk, 914.219.5808; www.joliebray.com)

Susan Blake Jewelry: Diamond pieces from jewelry designer Susan Novogrodzki’s Susan Blake Collection have been seen on Oscar winners and nominees Lupita Nyong’o, Anna Kendrick and Emily Blum at the GLAAD Media Awards and the Hamptons and the Toronto International Film Festivals. Her collection of “casually elegant” necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings start at $55 for Mini-clover Faux Crystal Mother of Pearl Studs to $5500 for a 14K Pave Diamond Bangle with Burnished Diamonds. Pictured here is a 14K Yellow Gold Pave ring (in stock) for $2,250. (402 Main St., Armonk; 914,765.0555; www.susanblakejewelry.com)

LaGravinese Jewelers: For 23 years LaGravinese has been Armonk’s destination stop for fine and fashion jewelry for shoppers in Northern Westchester. Armonk resident Debra LaGravinese and staff have developed a reputation for distinctive custom work whether it’s creating a new design or redesigning an out-dated piece. They also carry lines from contemporary designers such as Links of London, Charlene K, Chan Luu, Meira T, Marathon and Shy Creation. Plus watches by Daniel Wellington, Lumi Nox and Victorinox. (430 Main St., Armonk, 914.273.5432;  www.lagravinesarmonk.com)

Chappaqua

Desires By Mikolay: Owner Tara Mikolay recently introduced her new Devout line of custom diamond jewelry, joining her husband Scott Mikolay whose couture collection launched the Desires By Mikolay brand and has long graced the displays at this Chappaqua icon. The store also features fine selections from designers Arik Kostan, Ara, Roberto Demeglio, Melissa Joy Manning, Frieda Rothman, Rene Escobar and Suneera. (Pictured at top of page.) Pictured here Tara Mikolay’s Labradorite and Raw Pave Diamond Charm pendant. (55 King St., Chappaqua, 914.238.2223;  www.desiresbymikolay.com)

ICD Jewelers: Since its opening in 1976, ICD’s inspired designs, affordable prices, and warm atmosphere have attracted a bevy of regular customers, including such notables as Vanessa Williams, Kim Van Gundy, President Bill Clinton, and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. ICD founder and owner Varda Singer is a recipient of the Jeweler of the Year honor from the New York State Jewelers Association. Her custom creations include the popular Hillary Bracelet, a chain link charm bracelet in 18k, 14k, vermeil and sterling with a photo of the “Toddler Hill”.  ICD also offers fine selections from the collections of Marco Bicego, Armenta and Tovi Farber. (75 S. Greeley Ave., Chappaqua, 914.238.3646; www.icdjewelry.com) 

Katonah

Bijou Fine Jewelry: Contemporary designs from engagement rings to everyday wear, like this white agate cuff bracelet from Mary MacGill. Plus Chan Luu, Gabriel & Co. Alexis Bittar, Elyssa Bass, MCL, Melissa Joy Manning, Petite Baleine, Zoe Chicco, Mauri Pioppo, Officina Bernardi, Kelly Weaststler and original designs from 1998 Fox Lane graduate, gemologist and jewelry designer, Casey Carter. (135 Katonah Ave., 914.401.9264;  www.bijouofkatonah.com) 

Offerings Gallery: This special gallery sells fine art, and American made pottery, glass, wood and iron art from accomplished artisans. Plus some fantastic jewelry and Native American jewelry by a host of great designers like these 1” wide bronze bangle bracelets with crushed stone inlay in Whiskey Quartz, Pyrite, Carnelian and garnet (not shown) by David Urso. Gorgeous. (59 Katonah Ave., Katonah, 914.232.9643; www.offeringsgallery.com) 

Mt. Kisco

D’errico Jewelers: This Main Street Mt. Kisco spin-off of the popular Scarsdale store in the impossible to miss log cabin on Central Avenue also carries the log cabin theme on their store front. Sal D’errico, the jewelry designer in the family who runs the Kisco space, says “D’errico is more than a store it’s a jewelry factory.” With over 100 years of jewelry experience under it’s collective rooves, D’errico Jewelers specializes in custom made, one of a kind pieces. Bring in your old stones or buy them at D’errico and Sal will work with you to help realize your design vision. Many of Sal’s original pieces (pictured here) are on display at the store which also carries extensive lines of jewelry from designers such as Victoria Young and the award-winning I. Reiss (pictured here). (159 Main St., Mt. Kisco, 914.864.2688; www.facebook/derrico.com)

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