ESQUELETO Mill Valley - Mill Valley Kendra Xu: I had the most serendipitous and heart-warming experience at Esqueleto Mill Valley! Not only is the store beautiful and filled with good vibes, the women managers/employees I met, Marjorie and Mara, are incredible humans who love their work and are dedicated to making the shop a safe and inclusive space. I was having a rough and emotional day, and really needed a pick me up. Marjorie and Mara helped me pick out the perfect ring (out of three options because Im indecisive; how do you choose just ONE out of so many amazing artists work???) — a "flying" winged diamond by Anthony Lent that I now carry with me as a comforting pinky totem.
Additionally, we connected deeply and talked for three hours, just getting to know each other and uplift each other through sharing our experiences! They turned my horrible day into a cherished memory and I am so touched by the warmth, love, kindness, and expansive energy that fills the shop. Ive always thought of jewelry as a spiritual exchange of artists love and unique creative philosophies. Esqueleto embodies respect, appreciation, and care for all the independent jewelers they carry. They also offer some of the most unique curated pieces among Bay Area shops I visited, and Ive discovered many jewelers work (eg. Shane Yamane, Lauren Wolf, Maiden Voyage) I feel so honored to support and carry. ❤️
Deeply, warmly, thank you ladies!! If youre looking for both great jewelry and great people, make sure to visit their newer Mill Valley location, and you cant go wrong with their Oakland store either. Cheers~
