Cool arty jewelry shops in Portland?

November 21, 2018 1:20 AM

My 2 favorite pairs of earrings recently broke, and I feel naked without them. I'll be in Portland for a few days, and figure it's a good place to shop for cool jewelry. Any recommendations? I tend to prefer silver or mixed-metal earrings that are simple but interesting. More funky and industrial than gothy or fancy. My previous favorites were from an art gallery in Berkeley that sold local jewelers' work, is there something like that here?
posted by rhiannonstone to Shopping (14 answers total)

Betsy + Iya is pretty great!
posted by otio at 2:58 AM on November 21, 2018 [1 favorite]

I have several necklaces from Loop Jewelry in Portland that I really love. I bought them via their Etsy store, and I don't think they have an actual physical shop of their own, but their website does list a number of brick-and-mortar stores in Portland that stock Loop jewelry.
posted by mydonkeybenjamin at 5:18 AM on November 21, 2018 [2 favorites]

Posting again to clarify that Loop makes really cool earrings!
posted by mydonkeybenjamin at 6:06 AM on November 21, 2018

There's shops along Mississippi Street and Alberta Street. I do not know what the jewelry at these shops is like, but these links will probably give you an idea if it's what you're looking for or not. There's also the Saturday Market downtown.
posted by aniola at 6:48 AM on November 21, 2018 [1 favorite]

Seconding the recommendation for Saturday Market. You'll find a variety of jewelers, along with other stuff. (And it's open on Sunday, too)
posted by hydra77 at 10:00 AM on November 21, 2018

Best answer: Altar on Hawthorne sells jewelry like this. I used to work at The Hazel Room, a brunch place that shares the building, which is also great if you want to grab a bite while you're shopping.
posted by rabbitbookworm at 11:03 AM on November 21, 2018

If you're flying in take a look at the Real Mother Goose at the airport (they used to have a store downtown but now just the airport)
posted by kbuxton at 12:19 PM on November 21, 2018

Came to suggest The Real Mother Goose but kbuxton beat me to it! They have unique and beautiful jewelry.
posted by Knowyournuts at 12:31 PM on November 21, 2018

Best answer: Definitely try to visit Jewelry on 23rd (on NW 23rd Ave). They have a wide variety of very cool designs and the owner is the nicest guy ever. He will help you find just what you want and maybe even customize it on the spot, if needed.

Well worth a visit!
posted by augustinetill at 12:38 PM on November 21, 2018

Tender Loving Empire has a cool jewelry selection.
posted by medeine at 1:13 PM on November 21, 2018

Seconding Betsy + Iya.

A few of my other favorite boutiques that carry a variety of jewelry artists, largely local, that you might like: Salty Teacup in N Portland, Amelia in NE, Presents of Mind in SE, Crafty Wonderland in SW.
posted by polymath at 7:18 PM on November 21, 2018

Grayling on NE Alberta might suit your interesting/funky mixed metal needs.
posted by mumkin at 11:00 PM on November 21, 2018

Stu Stu Studio on NE Alberta & 16th.
posted by vespabelle at 9:24 AM on November 22, 2018

Another vote for Real Mother Goose. Trios Studios in Lake Oswego might have something you like, too.
posted by VelveteenBabbitt at 4:58 PM on November 22, 2018