Shout-out to Colleen Egan at 1stdibs.com for interviewing me about the enduring appeal of skull jewelry! I felt inspired when I did this interview, and I hope it gives you fresh insight into my designs. CLICK HERE TO READ MY 1STDIBS INTERVIEW After you’re done reading, you can shop for my jewelry on 1stdibs — and if…
Recommended Watching
I want to make sure you haven’t missed these great videos! When Trump said it was a “scary time for young men in America” earlier this month, artist Lynzy Lab responded with this song about how scary America has always been for women. She manages to be both accurate and funny. It’s a really scary…
The Week in Review
In case you missed it, here’s what was on the blog this week. Monday, October 8: Keep up the fight with Empress Matilda and her swords. Tuesday, October 9: I’ve been ready for years for a “Camp”-themed Met Gala. Wednesday, October 10: Unboxing day with a black-diamond skull. Thursday, October 11: Signet rings for the…
International Day of the Girl
Thanks to National Jeweler for featuring my Signet Rings for Rebel Women on the ‘Gram in honor of the International Day of the Girl. View this post on Instagram Today is officially #dayofthegirl (though that’s really every day to us) and we’re here for it, celebrating with jewels from who else but @wendybrandesjewelry. As those…
Wednesday’s Video: Unboxing a Skull
October is basically Halloween Month, so I’m going to have a second Jewel of the Month post soon with a new, spooky design. In the meantime, enjoy this leisurely unboxing video for my “Carpe Diem” diamond skull medallion. (Isn’t my new branded ribbon pretty?) If you missed the first Jewel of the Month on Monday,…
I Am the Queen of This Met Gala Theme
The Metropolitan Museum of Art announced that next year’s spring Costume Institute exhibition will be themed “Camp: Notes on Fashion,” aka “Wendy’s Special Occasion Wardrobe.” I know that tickets to the exhibit’s opening gala cost big bucks … … but someone should still invite me as his or her guest, because I’m clearly a VIP…
Jewel of the Month, Part I: Swords for Badass Women
Here’s a much-needed good omen! Last week, it was announced that an eight-year-old girl named Saga Vanecek had pulled a 1,500-year-old sword out of a lake in Sweden this summer. I hope you will join me in swearing an oath of fealty to our appropriately named new leader. I had swords on my mind before…
The Week in Review
In case you missed it, here’s what was on the blog this week. Tuesday, October 2: Matt Damon’s Brett Kavanaugh impersonation livened up my post about buses to Washington, D.C. Wednesday, October 3: ‘Tis the month to buy new skull jewelry. Friday, October 5: I went to Washington to support sexual-assault survivors who addressed marchers…
It Ain’t Over Till It’s Over! Be Inspired by Survivors.
No Saturday plans? Looking for a way to channel your energy? If you’re in New York, get on the 6:30 a.m. bus organized by Planned Parenthood and go to Washington, D.C. Even if we can’t stop the lying, threatening, conspiracy-theory-spreading Brett Kavanaugh from being confirmed to the Supreme Court, make sure your voice is heard…
Wednesday’s Video: Get Your Skull Jewelry Now!
As far as I’m concerned, it’s always the right time for skull jewelry. But the lead-up to Halloween is a great time to get something new, no? I only have one of these petite 18K yellow gold skulls with ruby eyes in stock. Get it here! I own the matching ring, so if you get…