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APRIL BIRTHSTONE: THE DIAMOND It's one of the most popular gems in the world! We use diamonds and Herkimer diamonds in our designs, and we love them both. Herkimer diamonds are actually quartz crystals - they come out of the ground fully formed, and we use them in their natural state.... Pictured: Herkimer Diamond V bar necklace Gem: 10mm AA Herkimer diamond from Herkimer County, NY Metal: Ethically handcrafted sterling silver, 14k yellow or rose gold fill v bar charm; sterling silver 14k yellow or rose gold fill hardware Care: We recommend removal prior to water exposure to reduce metal tarnish and extend the life of the gemstone #diamond #herkimerdiamond #birthstone #birthstones #birthstonejewelry #birthstonejewellery #livesustainably #sustainableliving #sustainablejewelry #sustainablejewellery #canadiandesigner #etsyjewelry #etsyjewellery #gemstonejewelry #gemstones #sustainablefashion #ethicaljewelry #ethicalfashion #ethicallymade #ecofashion #ethicalgemstones #ethicalgems #ethicalcrystals #ethicalmining #sustainabledesign #sustainabilitymatters

As we all try to live a more mindful life & make more ethical decisions, it's important to know the impacts of those decisions that we do make Here at luxe.zen, one of our driving forces is understanding and constantly working towards ethical sourcing - part of which has to do with the environmental impact of our supply chain We want to help you understand the impact that materials we use can have on the environment, but we also want you to be empowered to make decisions that... align with more compassionate and ethical values Armed with the knowledge of the impact gold mining has on the environment, we can make better decisions - like working with those who do their best to minimize the impact of mining such a beautiful resource Connect with us if you'd like to learn more #gold #goldmining #livesustainably #sustainableliving #sustainablejewelry #sustainablejewellery #canadiandesigner #etsyjewelry #etsyjewellery #gemstonejewelry #gemstones #sustainablefashion #ethicaljewelry #ethicalfashion #ethicallymade #ecofashion #ethicalgemstones #ethicalgems #ethicalcrystals #ethicalmining #sustainabledesign #sustainabilitymatters #luxezen

Want to promote inner knowing, perception and authenticity? Then a bracelet like this may be for you Raw shards of chalcopyrite and pyrite are carefully inlaid onto a sterling silver cuff bracelet. ... Step into your greatest self. . . PICTURED: Chalcopyrite + pyrite mosaic sterling silver bangle bracelet GEM: Up-cycled chalcopyrite from specimens diverted from waste, pyrite sand METAL: Recycled sterling silver bangle CARE: Remove prior to exposure to water. Failure to do so may impact the stone and/or the setting . . #livesustainably #sustainableliving #sustainablejewelry #sustainablejewellery #canadiandesigner #etsyjewelry #etsyjewellery #gemstonejewelry #gemstones #sustainablefashion #ethicaljewelry #ethicalfashion #ethicallymade #ecofashion #ethicalgemstones #ethicalgems #ethicalcrystals #ethicalmining #sustainabledesign #sustainabilitymatters

Do you know about ethical sourcing in the jewellery industry? Now is a great time to learn! We're committed to sharing the information we know and also to always keep learning, so we hope that you follow along this journey with us. We've tracked the gems used in these STACKING RINGS as far as we can - check out below the Ethical Sourcing info... Level 1 sapphire - mined in Malawi by wholesaler in direct partnership, cut by wholesaler in inspected facility. Level 2 morganite - mined in Nigeria, rough sourced via vetted suppliers, cut by wholesaler in inspected facility. PICTURED: Stacking ring set | Pink-cognac umba sapphire arch ring + blush pink morganite nesting ring | sterling silver,14k yellow or rose gold fill #livesustainably #sustainableliving #sustainablejewelry #sustainablejewellery #canadiandesigner #etsyjewelry #etsyjewellery #gemstonejewelry #gemstones #sustainablefashion #ethicaljewelry #ethicalfashion #ethicallymade #ecofashion #ethicalgemstones #ethicalgems #ethicalcrystals #ethicalmining #sustainabledesign #sustainabilitymatters

With March coming to an end, we wanted to show a little love to the March birthstone: AQUAMARINE Aquamarine supports feelings of calm and tranquility through life's cycles - and for this piece, we wanted to encapsulate the cycles of life through the moon symbolism. The triple moon goddess symbol of the waxing, full and waning moon represents the cycles of life. The waxing or maiden represents inspiration and creation. The full or mother moon represents femininity and love.... The waxing or crone moon represents fulfillment, wisdom and endings. PICTURED: Triple moon goddess rosecut aquamarine gemstone charm necklace GEM: 4mm rosecut natural aquamarine METAL: sterling silver, 14k yellow or rose gold fill hardware #birthstone #birthstones #birthstonejewelry #birthstonejewellery #livesustainably #sustainableliving #sustainablejewelry #sustainablejewellery #canadiandesigner #etsyjewelry #etsyjewellery #gemstonejewelry #gemstones #sustainablefashion #ethicaljewelry #ethicalfashion #ethicallymade #ecofashion #ethicalgemstones #ethicalgems #ethicalcrystals #ethicalmining #sustainabledesign #sustainabilitymatters

ROSE QUARTZ CRYSTAL TOWER Rose quartz is the universal crystal for love It supports the heart chakra to enhance and attract the love in our lives... It can also help us release negative emotions and baggage in order to allow and bring more love into our lives This specimen is also a tower - they're excellent amplifiers of energy - culminating at the top of the crystal AND this crystal is ETHICALLY SOURCED! By working with small mining co-ops and local distributors, we ensure that your crystal purchase has a minimal impact on the planet and a positive impact to humans mining and cutting the specimens. Any questions about rose quartz or ethical sourcing? We are here for you. Send us a DM #rosequartzcrystal #rosequartz #livesustainably #sustainableliving #sustainablejewelry #sustainablejewellery #canadiandesigner #etsyjewelry #etsyjewellery #gemstonejewelry #gemstones #sustainablefashion #ethicaljewelry #ethicalfashion #ethicallymade #ecofashion #ethicalgemstones #ethicalgems #ethicalcrystals #ethicalmining #sustainabledesign #sustainabilitymatters

S A L E : It is with great gratitude that we are offering 20% off our best selling jewellery pieces & crystal kits. We are so thankful for you and your ongoing commitment to shopping small and shopping responsible this holiday season. Although we offer these savings during "black friday" there is nothing black about our sale. Each piece is still handcrafted in small batches in studio and we are able to offer a discount as we have purchased supplies in bulk. No one here working for less, no squeezing our gem suppliers for better prices. Just a thank you for all that you do and your confidence in us.

S A L E : Our sample sale drops live at luxezen.ca at noon EST on Jan 1 2021! Key Details: - 200 items including rings, solid gold pieces, earrings, necklaces & bracelets at 10-60% off - Ring sizes 5-13... - All sales final - $10 flat rate shipping in Canada/US, $15 international - Regular rewards points apply 10% of proceeds in support of Gem Legacy's COVID-19 relief efforts for Artisanal & Small Scale gem miners in East Africa. Donations will support food and necessary supplies for miners and their families and sanitation supplies to assist with reducing the spread. Miners may not be able to work safely in enclosed mine pits with poor ventilation or meet with traders and subsequently their families and communities may be at risk. Although we believe capacity building is the most sustainable and long term development, the COVID-19 pandemic is particularly challenging for miners in the developing world and we know enough food and a healthy family is important to all of us. @thegemlegacy

M A N I F E S T : As we begin to shift our focus to what we desire in the coming year, we must remember a rising tide should lift all ships. Pray for prosperity and kindness for all. Set your intentions to achieve things that benefit not only yourself, but others around you. ... As you step into greatness, make sure the path behind you is clear for others. Citrine is the perfect stone for manifesting. Equal doses of confidence, abundance and happiness, it is the perfect stone to set off in 2021 on the right foot. Ethically sourced Brazilian citrine brilliant cut stone set in 14k gold on gold fill bangle.

M I S S Y O U : missing your regular crew or have a friend you wish you could support in person? We got you! Customizable surprise self care boxes are now live on luxezen.ca Choose the intention and the hardware colour and we will customize a giftable mailer filled with surprise jewellery and self care tools at an incredible discount. Includes a luxe letterpress gemstone information card and handwritten note card printed on upcycled cotton. ... 10% of proceeds to Women’s Crisis Services Waterloo Region, in support of women-identifying persons and families experiencing domestic abuse and other challenges in Waterloo Region. Free Canada and US shipping! 5% discount on orders of 2 or more boxes with code MISSYOU

A S C E N D : Clear your path. See through the smoke and mirrors. Connect to your guides and tune out the noise below. Crystalline kyanite opens us to spiritual truth, cuts through blockages & illusions, subsequently facilitating spiritual growth & maturation. Crystalline moss teal kyanite nebula ring, ethically sourced , available in sterling silver, 14k yellow, rose or white gold.

M I N D F U L G I F T S : What if you could use your purchases as a vote for the world you would like to see? Would you like to see more mom and pop shops and boutiques and less big box stores? Would you like to see less environmental damage caused by large corporations mass producing goods? ... Would you like workers across the globe to be paid and treated fairly and with dignity? You can. How? Ask questions of the merchants you buy from. Ask about the materials and where they came from. Ask who had a hand in its creation and how it was made. Look for merchants who post statements about their values with tangible information about targets, successes & failures. Ask more questions when you encounter vague green or ethical statements. The more we turn to compassionate and mindful purchasing, the more profitable it will become to operate this way. Remember, ethical and green living is a journey, not a destination. Do your best with the resources you have, and do not beat yourself up if you mess up. Read more about luxe.zen's commitment to tangible action in how we source and our impact to the planet at luxezen.ca

The reality of the returns process when you purchase from mass retailers. Although we have a fairly flexible return policy (aside from pierced earrings) our unworn returns hit our sample sale and find a new home and we donate some of the proceeds of our sample sales to local organizations supporting women and families in crisis. #dobetteramazon

L O V E : That's what will get us through. It is what makes us human. After this week we need a little more of it. When we truly love and care for other people; their needs matter, their feelings matter, their rights matter. Love isn't until it is inconvenient for us. Compassion doesn't exclude, it doesn't rest, it doesn't show up only sometimes. Ethically sourced rose cut nebula ring available in sterling silver, 14k yellow, white or rose gold.

E A R T H G O D D E S S : Perhaps others say you are dependable and compassionate. A true friend, a tender lover. Your grounded nature rubs off on others. You may possess healing or intuitive gifts. Nature recharges you. Green tourmaline supports your compassionate and tender side while enhancing your healing abilities. Dark teal Montana sapphire supports understanding and greater wisdom. Our orbit rings are now available in sets with a 10% reduction. Crafted by hand using ethically cut and mined brilliant cut stones.

L O C A L : We are so thrilled to be participating in @arianadelmundo infamous 12 days of Christmas giveaway! Each day will feature a different theme of prizes, including self-care, date nights, wedding, and local small businesses, running from December 1st to December 12th Ariana is the genius behind the lens on all of our product photos. Her work is so pivotal to our business and I am so grateful for her support (and friendship!) We will be giving away a 14k yello...w gold full herkimer diamond bar necklace on December 8th! Follow our stories beginning December 1st for each day's theme and give all these amazing local businesses a follow Although appearing on instagram, this giveaway is in no way affiliated with Instagram.

T R A N S F O R M : May the light of the fire illuminate and change you. May it highlight the best and also what needs to be released. May you feel ever lighter after the release of what does not serve you. Tonight's full blue moon in Taurus brings us closer together. This colour change ethically-sourced Malawian umba sapphire ranges in tone from a deep cognac to an earthy pink purple depending on the light. Set in sterling silver or 14k gold, these dainty orbit studs are sure to look beautiful in the flickering firelight.

L I V E L I H O O D : While it may seem easiest to avoid sourcing materials from regions where conflict or lack of legal infrastructure exists in order to source ethically, it is not the way to move the industry forward. People all over the world make a living in the artisanal and small scale mining industry. Through consistent investment, support, and technology miners can operate ethically and bring their materials to market regardless of where they are located. This work must be done in partnership with the miners themselves, respecting local customs and cultures in order to be sustainable and mutually beneficial. We're ready to roll up our sleeves and dive in further as we know this is a marathon, not a sprint. Ethically sourced welo opal from Ethiopia in our new nebula ring style.

W A T E R : insignificant as a droplet, powerful as a wave. Together we can achieve more than apart. The world is poised for change. Layers have been stripped away, revealing truths. Water signs are the community builders. They feel power in collectiveness, exhibit strong empathy, and intuition. They are content with what is as their abilities allow for trust in what is to come. Ethically sourced 4mm tanzanite orbit necklace layered with 3mm Tanzanian sapphire orbit pendant drop. Fall 2020 available now!