Whether there is any truth to the power of crystals to clear blockages from the body's electromagnetic field, they’ve certainly got an aura of cool.

What began as a therapeutic outlet became a bauble business, Solis Jewelry. Designed first in the rocky mountains of Nelson and now in Vancouver, the local line pairs gorgeous geodes and gemstones with delicate chains. Designer Carolyn MacKinnon’s weighty quartz point pieces ($45-$70) and raw citrine dipped in gold ($45) especially rock.

Consider it alternative medicine for your décolletage.

Available at the monthly Eugene Choo Market or online at www.etsy.com/shop/solisjewelry

Attention beachcombers: Leave the molluscs where they lay (they’ll just sit in a bowl anyway), because there’s an easier way to bring the beauty of the beach back with you.

Vancouverite Karen Hendry creates a mold of the unique shells she collects from around the world and casts them in silver so they can be worn forever. Her line of necklaces, Karenjess, includes Australia, Mexico, Hawaii, Tofino and Vancouver, and we hear Costa Rica is on the way.

Now if only she could figure out a fashionable turn for our jar of sand souvenirs.

$108-$162 at Sitka, 1864 W. Fourth Ave., Vancouver, 604-568-9935, www.sitkasurfboards.com

If our Facebook news feed over the holidays was any indication, it’s going to be a banner year for summer weddings. For those soon to be betrothed, we have a few recommendations to help plan the big day.

Photos
James Moes is a young shutterbug with talent in spades. Not restricted to one style, we’ve seen him produce both modern and retro shots from the same shoot, and the stealthy way he captures the after party is unparalleled. www.holyholymatrimony.com

Rings
If your “something old” happens to be an heirloom ring handed down to you that just doesn’t suit your style, consider having Jessie Turner modernize it. She’ll take your old jewels and melt down bygone gold to craft a new ring you love. www.jessieturner.ca

Flowers
The new Get Fresh Flowers shop on Davie Street may be small, but packs a powerful punch with beautiful bouquets and vases. Bring in your ideas and they’ll work with you to create something fragrant and fashionable. www.getfreshflowers.ca

Dessert
Have your cake look good and eat it too with The Uncommon Cake. Or get creative and give guests custom-made cookies instead. Whether you’re going for elegant or whimsical, baker and decorator Jill Shumka is a whiz with confections. www.theuncommoncake.com

For more wedding “shop talk” head to the Forum.

Surprise parties, the details of a gyno appointment and Twilight obsessions should be kept on the down low. But a jewellery collection inspired by Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band and Hendrix should not.

The new dl collection from Dotted Loop is a unisex line of baubles with a retro rock ‘n’ roll vibe. Designed by Vancouverites Teresa Smed and Lee Deciantis, all pieces are one-of-a-kind, made mostly of vintage jewellery found at antique fairs, flea markets and estate sales.

We love the marching band-esque aiguillettes ($248-$348) that on one end pin to your chest and the other to your shoulder. There are other ways to wear it too. Attach it to the brim of a hat, or tie the strand of leather it comes with on both ends for a more conventional necklace.

Now you’ve got the low down on the dl.

www.dottedloop.com

Smooth, strong, shapely—it’s everything we look for in a cuff.

Cast in ruthenium-covered copper that gives the look of gunmetal, the new Elsa Peretti charcoal bone cuff from Tiffany’s is an arresting accessory well-suited to the bold, sculptural silhouettes of fall.

With one for lefties and one for righties, you could slip one on each wrist and pay homage to a particular female crime fighter this Halloween. Wonder who?

$545 at Tiffany & Co., 723 Burrard St., Vancouver, 604-630-1300, www.tiffany.ca

You can’t put a price on a mother’s love, but you can show her you love her at any price point. Herewith, Vitamin Daily Vancouver's top 5 prezzies (from $25 to a splurge) to make Mom feel posh this Mother’s Day:

Customize a set of Haute Note cards with her name and she’ll feel like a queen while she keeps in touch. Set of 8, $24 at www.hautenote.com

A sculptural sterling silver pendant by Winnipeg’s Hilary Druxman signifies her uniqueness and elegance. $50 at www.hilarydruxman.com

Send her to see smoky songstress (and super mom) Diana Krall perform ballads and bossa nova standards from her new album Quiet Nights at the Orpheum on Thursday, May 14. From $69.50 at www.ticketmaster.ca

Have her smelling as young as she feels with a bottle of Ageless perfume—its notes of pink grapefruit, mango, pomegranate, jasmine and vanilla musk have been clinically-proven to make you smell eight years younger to others (but no matter what your age, the scent is delightful). $98 at The Bay, www.agelessfantasy.com

Give her a dash of timeless Italian style with a lovely, lightweight summer scarf by Faliero Sarti, fine fabric supplier to the likes of Giorgio Armani and Ann Demeulemeester. From $231 at Misch, www.misch.ca

Between scheduling your kids' play dates and piano lessons, don't forget to pick out something pretty for yourself for Mother's Day. Whether it's brunch or a bracelet, we've got gifts for every type of mom. (PS: Forward this along to dad—he'll appreciate the hint!)

The Foodie:
Painted utensils ($55) by Adina Gwatkin Designs are great for a Martha Stewart mommy to show-off at her next dinner party. www.paintedtools.com

The Yummy Mummy:
This fun and flirty jumpsuit ($190) by Barila Clothing goes from playtime to cocktail hour with a quick accessory change. Available in Vancouver at Fine Finds or contact Barila for a store near you. www.barilaclothing.com

The Crier:
Luxe Designs makes charm bracelets and necklaces perfect to warm a mother’s heart—and bring a sentimental tear to her eye. From $146 at Blue Ruby or online at www.luxe-design.com

The Earth Mama:
She can chase her little one around the market and help save the world with the stylish BYOB shopping bag ($37). For retailers across Canada visit www.bringyourownbag.ca

The Rookie:
Treat the new mom in your life to mimosas and eggs benny at the The Sutton Place Hotel. Vancouver and Toronto are introducing a  baby menu on Sunday, May 10 just in time for family brunch. $46 for adults, $23 for kids under 12, www.suttonplace.com

When this season’s big baubles become burdensome, lighten up with the lithe and lovely collection from Montrealer Arielle de Pinto.

Walking the line between art and fashion, the jewellery designer’s self-developed method of crocheting thin strands of silver and vermeil is stunning. From lattice-like necklaces to an intricate racerback tank, her pieces are anything but average and get snapped up by the stylish as soon as they arrive in stores.

The only real weighty matter—how to choose just one from her lookbook to special order.

From $250 at One of A Few, 354 Water St., Vancouver, 604-605-0685, www.oneofafew.com

There may be Irish blood coursing through our veins, but we don’t do head-to-toe leprechaun.

Rocking a subtle shamrock pendant by Pyrrha however, we can do. Gorgeous enough to wear well beyond St. Paddy’s Day, the sterling silver dangler is cast by hand with an authentic 19th century wax seal and features the Gaelic-derived “Erin go Bragh” which means “Ireland Forever” (weighty and well-made, it will truly last you that long).

It’s crafted in Vancouver too, so getting one will make you green in more ways than one.

$85 at Blue Ruby, www.blueruby.com for locations.

Our musical abilities may be limited, but that doesn’t mean we can’t carry a tune.

Local jewellery line Wrighteous Designs creates rosaries with a twist—in place of a cross dangles a mini harmonica in the key of “c.” Using Swarovski crystals and precious stones, designer Dawn Wright custom-makes the beautiful beaded baubles to suit your style and even gives you a guidebook so you can learn how to bend notes like Bob Dylan.

A curated collection of her designs are on display at the Grace Gallery until February 28. $240-$320 at www.wrighteousdesigns.com