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Happy December and happy first day of the Alex Sepkus Trunk Show! The holidays are here and we have extended our hours to Monday - Saturday from 10am - 5pm. We will also be open everyday from December 12 - 24. You can make an appointment to see us in person, shop online, or text 206-623-2528.

It's the most wonderful time of the year - our annual Alex Sepkus Trunk Show is here! Candy will be here December 1-3 with the collection of intricate designs with one-of-a-kind gemstones. We have been carrying this incredible designer for 30 years, and look forward to this event all year long. Appointments are going quickly, reserve yours today! 

Lucky December babies have three gorgeous birthstones to choose from! Tanzanite is the exquisite blue-purple variety of the mineral zoisite that is only found in one part of the world. Named for its limited geographic origin in Tanzania, tanzanite has quickly risen to popularity since its discovery in 1967. Tanzanite is also the gem for a 24th wedding anniversary.

The second December birthstone, zircon is a tragically underrated gemstone that’s often confused with synthetic cubic zirconia due to similar names. Few people realize that zircon is a spectacular natural gemstone available in a variety of colors such as red, orange, yellow, brown, green, and blue. 

Last but not least, turquoise has a rich history throughout millennia and across a variety of cultures. The earliest uses were beads found in Iraq, dating back to 5000 BC, and Native Americans have mined turquoise in the southwestern part of the United States for nearly a thousand years. We love these new turquoise earrings from Arman!

Speaking of Arman, we just received a gorgeous new selection of Arman Sarkisyan jewelry yesterday! We particularly love these new lockets in 22k gold and silver with emerald, lapis, and opal. Stop by the store or text us at 206-623-2528 to see more! These are so new they are not on the website yet.

Rene Escobar bracelets are such a great gift, and they are going quickly! These unisex silver bracelets have a sheet of 18k yellow, rose, or white gold fused to the top, making them so wearable, and so well priced, we can never keep them in stock for long. Perfect for gifting to yourself or someone else! 

New charms from Erica Molinari just arrived too! These make wonderful gifts for everyone. The silver charms start at around $200, and go up from there with options in two-tone silver and 18k gold, or all gold with diamonds. We love to build stories with a beautiful mix of charms with meaningful motifs, symbols, and phrases. 

Our first trunk show of the year is right around the corner! Felecia from Erica Molinari will be here April 1-2 with the entire collection of gorgeous mix-and-match charms, bracelets, earrings, and special trunk show pricing.

Erica Molinari's jewelry speaks of her love for old world charm. Beautiful keepsake double-sided talismans in sterling silver and 18k gold, embellished with diamonds and inscribed with inspirational quotes in Latin and Italian. We encourage you to build your story, add pieces, layer & mix it up!

Erica has created her own distinctive style that is deeply entrenched with meaning. One is drawn to Erica's work not only for its beauty, but for the symbolism behind each design. She is a master of past details and shapes which she combines with creative abandon. Her collections are an extensive mix of pieces that blend gothic, medieval, and Victorian inspirations. Erica continues to rejuvenate jewelry with a modern take on history and an edgier take on the classics.

All of Erica's original designs from inception to completion are made in her studio in NYC. We are thrilled to welcome her as our newest designer.

Reserve your trunk show shopping appointment today!

Rene Escobar is a proud third-generation jeweler whose love affair with the world of jewelry began at an early age. The fascination of watching his father, a master craftsman, create intricately beautiful pieces quickly developed into a passion. In the early 1980’s amidst the uncertain social climate of his native Nicaragua, Rene was sent to Florida to attend college in order to pursue an education unavailable to him in his home country. However, his innate attraction to the art of jewelry making impelled him to seek out a career as a goldsmith.

Rene’s collections are always evolving, always hand-made in his South Florida studio using recycled precious metals, set with responsibly sourced gemstones, employing traditional and cutting edge jewelry-making techniques. He and his life partner hand-create each of Rene's jewelry collections. He considers all of his jewelry to be unisex, so whether you are shopping for yourself or someone else, Rene is a great choice!

Reserve your shopping appointment today. You can also text us at 206.623.2528 with any questions, or to request photos or gift ideas.

THE DESIGNER

Lauren is a zoologist turned jewelry designer from Brooklyn, NY. Her designs take inspiration from her scientific background and the natural world. She believes in expressing individuality through adornment and creates pieces that delight and empower the wearer.

THE DESIGNS

Though the designs are stylish and edgy, Lauren puts forth her appreciation for the natural world and hints at a deeper message of conservation and care for our planet. Each piece is handcrafted by Lauren Newton. We are thrilled to welcome her to Fox's!

Reserve your shopping appointment today. You can also text us at 206.623.2528 with any questions, or to request photos or gift ideas. We have been having so much fun creating charm necklaces with these gem tabs and would love to help you make one too!

In honor of Mother's Day, we will be donating 20% of all jewelry, watch, and gift card sales in May to Mary's Place. This local charity helps mothers, children, and families stay together, safe, and healthy on their journey out of homelessness. As we navigate this unique time in history, reaching out to our community helps us feel together when we're apart. 

How are you planning to make mom feel special on Mother's Day this Sunday? A gift card from Fox's is always the right size. She can use it to shop now at foxsseattle.com, or save it for when our storefront reopens. We are also happy to ship, deliver, or arrange curbside pickup if you see something on our website that she'd love!

We're featuring local artist Zuzana Korbelarova this month! All Zuzko jewelry is handmade in sterling silver and 14k gold fill in her Vashon Island studio. With styles ranging from classic everyday wear to bold statement pieces, and prices starting at under $99, her jewelry makes a wonderful gift for Mother's Day, or just to treat yourself!

We're also featuring Sethi Couture this month. We love how their P.S. Collection of engraveable pendants can be engraved with special initials or dates, which makes them the perfect Mother's Day gift! Shop the entire collection here. These also make wonderful graduation gifts when engraved with their graduation date or year.

Do you have a graduate in your life who doesn't get to have a commencement ceremony this year? We think they deserve an extra special graduation gift! A Nomos watch is one of our favorite gifts. You can see all of our in stock Nomos watches here. We can also special order from Nomos if there is another style you prefer! Many styles, such as the Club Campus, can also be engraved.

We can't wait until we can open our doors to you again, and are taking this time to research all the precautions we can take to make you feel safe and comfortable next time you visit us at the store. Our next phase is begin having store office hours for phone calls, video appointments, and curbside pickup starting on May 15th. These hours will be Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 2pm or by appointment. You can always find the most up-to-date information on our Covid-19 Protocol page. We hope you and your families are staying healthy and positive during this challenging time. Here are some smiles from our families to yours! 

Pike Place Market is considered by many to be the heart and soul of downtown Seattle.

While our storefront is temporarily closed, our website is still open! During the month of April, 20% of all sales will be donated to the Pike Place Market Foundation. The Foundation supports the farmers, growers, and small businesses that we all love at the Market, as well as the food bank, senior center, low-income housing, healthcare, daycare, and more. As a small family-owned business ourselves, we know that shopping local is more important than ever. With your help, we can make a difference!

Our annual Mother's Day Sethi Couture Trunk Show on May 8th and 9th has been postponed, but we have plans for a very fun giveaway. Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook for details! Moms are doing more than ever right now, and we are here and available to deliver if you'd like to give her (or yourself) a lovely gift on May 10th. If you would prefer to shop in person when we reopen, why not treat her to a Fox's gift card? Gift cards are also a great way to support your favorite small businesses.

During this time our employees are being paid and are ready to help you! Keiko and Justine have both been at Fox's for over 12 years. Keiko is our inventory manager and keeps Fox's running smoothly behind the scenes. When she's not working she loves to garden and volunteer. Justine is our buyer and manages our social media accounts. If you send us a message on Instagram or Facebook, she's who you'll be talking to. When she's not working, she loves to quilt and sew.

Jerri is our appraiser and knows everything there is to know about gemstones. She holds a Graduate Gemologist degree from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and is also a Certified Gemological Appraiser through the American Gemological Society (AGS). This certification is held by fewer than 400 people in the world! If you email us through our website, you will most likely be talking to Jerri. She loves the Seattle Mariners and is our in-house jewelry model.

Zoey is the third-generation owner of Fox's, after her father, Chai, and her grandfather, Sid. She took over in 2014 when we moved to our new location at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel and runs our small team with care and dedication. She's currently running Fox's via Zoom meetings while homeschooling her three children (aka our future bosses). She loves to cook and bake, and is involved with several local organizations.

We miss seeing you in person and celebrating your birthdays, anniversaries, engagements, and other special milestones, but we are still here for you. Please don't hesitate to reach out via email or social media. We love interacting with you on Instagram and Facebook and seeing your at-home jewelry looks, so keep tagging us and sending pictures! 

Join us December 5th, 6th, and 7th (Thursday, Friday, and Saturday) for our annual Alex Sepkus trunk show! It's your one chance all year to see the entire collection in one place and enjoy special pricing. Come see why Sepkus has been a Fox's favorite for 30 years!

Fox's Seattle is now open every day until Christmas! We will be closed December 29th, 30th, and January 1st. On January 2nd we will resume our normal Tuesday - Saturday schedule. 

The Holidays are Magical at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel! Come for the jewelry at Fox's, stay for the life-sized gingerbread house in the lower lobby, hot chocolate at the Fourth Avenue cafe, roasted chestnuts every Friday, Holiday Tea in the Georgian Room, and the Teddy Bear Suite.

As always, we validate parking in the Olympic Parking Garage on the corner of 5^th and Seneca. If you prefer to take Uber of Lyft, let us know after you arrive and we’ll email you a $10 credit toward your ride account. 

September is Sapphire Month!
We were honored to receive a visit this month from Mr. Yasukazu Suwa, the third-generation owner of Suwa, a Japanese company known for the precise setting of every gemstone in their beautifully crafted jewelry designs. They use only the finest, most transparent diamonds and colored gems. If you love sapphires, Suwa’s sapphire and diamond rings are a must see.

Todd Reed Trunk Show!
Our annual Todd Reed trunk show is right around the corner, on October 19^th and 20^th. The trunk show is the perfect time to see the entire Todd Reed collection, look for one-of-a-kind bridal rings, add to your existing ring stack, or find something completely new and different. It’s also a great time to bring in diamonds or gemstones you might want to use to make a custom piece!

Gem Water Pet Bowls
If you’ve already experienced the benefits of Gem Water for yourself, now is the time to treat your pet! These gorgeous bowls contain a blend of gemstones selected just for pets: nephrite jade for vitality, brown agate for strength, clear quartz for awareness, peridot for balance and mangano calcite for positive social behavior. These bowls also make a great gift for the dog or cat lover in your life.

New Jewelry and Watches
We are still receiving new jewelry from our summer order in Las Vegas! We have new 24k gold pieces from Gurhan, alternative bridal by Todd Reed, new stacking rings by Sethi Couture, Candy rings by Alex Sepkus, gorgeous cuffs by Arman Sarkisyan, and new watches by Nomos Glashutte. Many of these pieces are one-of-a-kinds!

Sepkus Save the Date!
Our annual Alex Sepkus trunk show is set for November 29^th, 30^th, and December 1^st. We always have this show the first weekend of December, making it perfectly timed for holiday gift giving. We’ve been carrying Alex Sepkus’s incredible jewelry for 30 years now, and are still thrilled when we get a chance to see the entire collection. This show is not to be missed!

Sale Case
The sale case is better than ever! We are always updating it as new jewelry arrives. This sale is in-store only, so stop by or call us to see if your next treasure is here.

As always, we validate parking in the Olympic Parking Garage on the corner of 5^th and Seneca. If you prefer to take Uber of Lyft, let us know after you arrive and we’ll email you a $10 credit toward your ride account. We also now accept Amazon Pay and PayPal on our website.

August is one of only three months of the year that has three birthstones! They are peridot, spinel, and sardonyx.

Peridot is the most common birthstone associated with August, and has a very interesting history. It is one of the oldest known gemstones, with ancient records documenting the mining of peridot as early as 1500 B.C. The main source of peridot in the ancient world was an island in the Egyptian Red Sea, and some historians believe that Cleopatra's famous emeralds were actually peridots.

Peridot's formation is also different from that of almost all other gems. Most gems are formed in the Earth's crust. The two exceptions are peridot and diamond, which are formed much deeper in the Earth; in the mantle. Peridot forms in magma in the upper mantle, about 20 to 55 miles deep. It is brought to the surface by tectonic or volcanic activity. Diamond, by contrast, is formed much deeper in the mantle, around 100 to 150 miles below the surface, under extreme pressure and high temperatures.

Peridot was used anciently as a talisman and has a mystical reputation. It was believed to dissolve enchantments, ward off anxiety, and cure asthma. It was considered most powerful when set in gold.

Spinel is an incredibly beautiful gemstone which has spent most of its history being confused for ruby or sapphire. Some of the most famous rubies in the world, including the Timur Ruby and the Black Prince's Ruby in the crown jewels of England, have actually turned out to be spinels. Spinel is now a gemstone that is treasured for its own beauty, its wonderful brilliance, hardness, and wonderful range of spectacular colors. One member of the spinel group, magnetite, even has magnetic properties. As early as the 11^th century, mariners used this form of spinel to magnetize their compasses. We have two stunning spinel pieces in our store right now, perfect for an August baby likes a gemstone that's off the beaten path.

Alex Sepkus raspberry spinel and 18k gold "Flora" necklace

Alex Sepkus 18k gold and purple spinel ring

Sardonyx is the last and most obscure of the August birthstones, although it was the original birthstone for August before the other two came along. Sardonyx combines alternating layers of sard and onyx—two types of the layered mineral chalcedony—to create a reddish zebra-striped stone with white bands.

Used as a stone of strength and protection since ancient times, sardonyx is associated with courage, happiness, and clear communication. Some believe that placing sardonyx at each corner of a house will grant protection against evil.

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