Lori McLean is a charming, cozy little shop full of unique, handcrafted earrings, rings, and necklaces. And by unique and handcrafted, I mean exquisite and divine, not a kitschy homemade item you pick up at a craft sale. The pieces are trendy and beautiful, but not in a mass produced David Yurman kind of way. And they don't try to compete. Less bling, smaller scale, very delicate. Just classic, timeless, every day pieces, and flawless craftsmanship.
My friend and I sounded like the 4th of July ooohing and ahhhing over every new treat our eyes spotted. Lots of fun stacking toys at this playground, except instead of brightly colored plastic blocks, you get to stack tawny marigold, chocolate, and cognac diamonds. The salesgirls were darling and indulgent, admiring our favorites as we spent several minutes trying on ring after ring. While most of the pieces will set you back more than the cost of brunch and a cute hat, an occasional sale or two will let you walk out with a teeeeny tiny diamond for less than $100.
Just keep in mind that as many of the stones and jewels are literally one of a kind, you must be prepared to nurse a broken heart if you leave your favorite piece behind, only to find it forever gone and that another one just like it simply does not exist in the world.
49 Grove St
(between Bleecker St & S 7th Ave)
New York, NY 10014
Neighborhood: West Village
(212) 242-3204
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