The 2021 Holiday Gift Guide

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This is the year to step up your gifting game.

THIS is the holiday season to make things so much more extra special!

Below are a few of our favorite show-stopping pieces that are sure to make jaws drop.

Our Lois Ring is the newest addition to our Onyx Collection, and oh does she make a STATEMENT! Reminiscent of that perfect vintage cocktail ring your cool grandmother owned, we adore this piece as a fabulously romantic addition to your jewelry story.

Our highly customizable Conte Band makes the most thoughtful of gifts. Purchase from our Ready To Ship collection and allow the wearer to carry the special reminder (and our mantra), "Create Your Own Story." Or customize your very own special message when you allow us to make yours to order. 

Give the gift of color. Our Eternity Rainbow Band is a playful piece, guaranteed to bring joy to its wearer! A gift for the young at heart, from the young at heart.

The Sapphire Rileigh Bracelet is our fresh, bold take on a classic tennis bracelet. She is so easy to dress up, or provides an everyday elegance for virtually anyone on your list: significant other, family member, or best friend. Also available with Diamonds for a more classical look.

For the vivacious spirit, we cannot get enough of the one-of-a-kind necklaces within our Into The Deep Collection. Each one is designed around the remarkable charms that are incorporated, with an emphasis on movement. The perfect everyday statement piece.

Our Katkov Necklace, ultra covetable and will certainly make for a holiday they will never forget. A true future heirloom that feels oh so modern, and a gift for the individual who truly appreciates fine jewelry.

Nia Earrings are the perfect gift for you, and the perfect accompaniment to that highly anticipated holiday party that you actually kind of missed last year. Go ahead and treat yourself, we won't tell!

Happy Holidays, #KasiaFamily! And Happy Shopping...

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October Birthstones, Opal & Tourmaline

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October babies are lucky enough to have not one, but two amazing birthstones! Opal and Tourmaline both are known for the array of colors they give off, often times with multiple colors visible in one single stone!

Opal

First discovered in India, Opals are valued for their rainbow-like effect, known as “play-of-color”. The colors seem to dance in ever-shifting light, with a truly otherworldly feel. 

The stone stands for hope, truth, and purity. Centuries ago, Opal was thought to carry the meaning of every color stone! For this reason, we like to think Opals carry super powers. 

Australia is a prominent location through which Opals are found. The rare and exquisite Black Opal is found in Australia’s Lightning Ridge, where sweltering hot temperatures and little rain create the perfect environment for these precious stones. Boulder Opals, known for their vibrant shades of teal, are mined exclusively in Queensland. 

Opals are a very delicate stone, around a 5-6 on Mohs Hardness Scale, and require extra love and care! Store Opals separately and by themselves, away from all other jewelry and stones which may scratch or damage the stone.

Our Poppy Necklace is one of our favorite Opal pieces, and makes the perfect gift for your October-born loved one.

Tourmaline

Tourmaline is a newer October birthstone and currently our favorite gem! Its name means “stone with mixed colors,” as multiple colors are often visible in one single crystal. Viewed as the “mood ring” of birthstones, we love to think of Tourmaline as the artist’s palette with a color for every feeling and expression. Sometimes mistaken for Emeralds or Sapphires, the colors of Tourmaline range from romantic pink, to deep green, to striking blue-violet with a bit more saturation and intensity. Our Justine Band is a beautiful representation of the wide array of Tourmaline colors.

This stone is rated a 7 on Mohs Hardness Scale, therefore it is generally suitable for everyday wear, and like Opal, is best cleaned with a soft toothbrush and warm, soapy water.

October babies, you are a rainbow of colors - bursting with life and personality! And you deserve a dynamic stone to match.

 

Pictured below is our Holland Necklace, Justine Band, and Eunice Ring.

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KJ Couples: Annie & Nick

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We love your love! That is why we have decided to reach out to a few of our amazing Kasia Tribe members, new and returning, to tell their stories. Love is powerful, beautiful, diverse and worthy of honoring through your unique story. By sharing these openly with you, we intend to spread joy in a time when we need it the most. We understand the privilege it is to be a part of your story, and we hope the sincerity of these couples will reflect the very special relationships we aim to have with everyone who walks through our doors (whether in-person or virtually).

Next up, we have Annie & Nick, two adventurous Santa Barbara natives we are honored to know!

When did you know that your partner was THE ONE?

Annie: I have to admit the first time I met Nick I instantly had the biggest crush on him, but the first time I knew he was the one was when we took our first backpacking trip together to Southeast Asia in 2015.
Nick: I knew that Annie was the one when we first started living in Denver together. We had so much fun seeing shows, going out with friends, exploring and growing together.

What is one thing you love about your significant other?

Annie: Nick is my best friend. He makes me laugh more than anyone I know. I love that Nick supports me. He listens, he motivates, and he pushes me to be the best person I can be. I love that he jokes with me and he is never afraid of a new adventure.
Nick: We are best friends. We push each other to be better people and I can honestly say that I am the best version of myself when I am with her.

What is an activity you love to do together?

We live 2 blocks away from the beach in Santa Barbara so our favorite activities are always oriented around being outdoors and in the sunshine. Beach walks, yoga, surfing, hiking, and working out are all things that we enjoy. We also love going out to casual restaurants and sitting at the bar, chatting with the bartender and trying new foods and drinks. Most of all, we love traveling together; exploring new countries, experiencing new and different cultures, and getting off the beaten path.

How did you two meet? (Give us as many details as you’d like!)

Annie: Our first time meeting each other was during Spring Break back in 2012. One of my good friends from high school became friends with Nick while they both attended CU Boulder. We were attending the same music festival and were able to connect our two large friend groups which was when we met. The rest is history.

How did he/she propose?

Nick proposed on an early morning beach walk right by our house in Santa Barbara. He completely surprised me and even had a photographer shoot the whole proposal!

How does Kasia Jewelry fit into your story?

Kasia Jewelry fits so perfectly into our love story. From our first experience with Kasia, the designs, the customer service, the in-person and virtual appointments have been incredible. We are so happy with the rings that we purchased and feel that they encompass our love. Kasia’s beautiful, elegant, and simplicity fits so perfectly into our story.

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July Birthstone, Ruby!

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July babies, this one is for you!

Referred to as the “king of precious stones” in ancient India, Rubies are the second hardest gemstone (the hardest being diamonds) making them suitable for everyday wear. They are coveted for their deep red color, most desirable with hints of purple hues, known as “pigeon’s blood” within the industry. 

What gives Rubies their coveted red color? Very small amounts of the element chromium. The more chromium, the fiercer the red! 

Rubies have been known to carry a wide array of different meanings throughout the centuries. At different times in history, they have been thought to foretell danger, heal inflammatory diseases, calm rage and anger, provide the wearer with invincibility, and bring success in love. We like to think of them as offering ultimate protection, and a recipe for contentment!

We love incorporating pops of red into your story, for a modern, wearable look. 

Our Meitat Band, Chico Band, and Astrid Band offer just that!



For those who are July babies, who know July babies, and who raise July babies, we are sending you extra tranquility and love during your special month!

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KJ Couples: Allie & Matt

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We love your love! That is why we have decided to reach out to a few of our amazing Kasia Tribe members, new and returning, to tell their stories. Love is powerful, beautiful, diverse and worthy of honoring through your unique story. By sharing these openly with you, we intend to spread joy in a time when we need it the most. We understand the privilege it is to be a part of your story, and we hope the sincerity of these couples will reflect the very special relationships we aim to have with everyone who walks through our doors (whether in-person or virtually).

Next up, we have Allie & Matt, two absolute sweethearts we are honored to have met, virtually!

When did you know that your partner was THE ONE?

I have always had a hard time feeling “at home” with people, and safe to be myself. I knew Matt was the one when I realized how comfortable I was with him, and didn’t feel like I needed to hide anything about myself.

What is one thing you love about your significant other?

Matt is the true embodiment of unconditional love. He pours his heart and soul into our relationship and our life together, and inspires me every day to live and love more passionately and fearlessly.

What is an activity you love to do together?

We love to go storm / sunset chasing! We are lucky to experience incredible thunderstorms and sunsets during the summer in our city, and have many amazing vantage points that provide views over the city, great for storm/sunset watching!

How did you two meet? (Give us as many details as you’d like!)

I grew up taking dance classes with Matt’s younger sister Lauren, so our families have been connected since the age of about 4 or 5!

Matt and I had eyes for each other even as kids. He found any excuse to come watch his sister and I in dance classes just so we could get a brief hello and pass each other a few cute notes. His sister ended up going to a different dance studio, so we didn’t see each other for many years.  Eventually we were reunited in high school where we dated our Senior year (attending Senior Prom & Graduation together) and Freshman year of college.  As often happens, we drifted apart and needed to go our separate ways to grow and experience life on our own.  Almost 10 years later, Matt reached out to me on a whim and we met for coffee. I fully anticipated we’d have nothing but a friendship, but Matt had other ideas. Even while I tried to play hard to get, Matt swept me off my feet and it was like we had never been apart.

How did he/she propose?

Matt orchestrated a whole plan with my family, on a trip to Hawaii in February of 2020 (right before the whole world shut down!). He passed off my engagement ring to my sister under my nose to bring onto the plane, got it back from her once we checked into the hotel, and planned a grand proposal at a restaurant for the next night. I guess he just couldn’t wait, because he snuck back up to the room to grab the ring the very night we got there, and as the two of us walked the quiet beach in the twilight of the evening, he got down on one knee.

How does Kasia Jewelry fit into your story?

While we did not purchase my engagement ring from Kasia, it was my first choice for selecting wedding bands particularly due to their unique designs and hand made pieces.  While browsing for bands, I entered a giveaway which we actually won! Which of course made Kasia our for-sure pick for my wedding band (Angelica). Since then, we have also purchased Matt’s wedding band (Leo), as well as an additional stacker (Serena) for my ring “story” from Kasia. Their customer service through all of our purchases has been hands down one of the best experiences we’ve ever had from a company, and we look forward to continuing to add Kasia pieces into our collection long into the future. We plan to go back to Hawaii for our wedding this coming October (with our Kasia bands in tow).

Photos courtesy of Pitch and Pine Photography, and Allie Graham.
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