Variance — Local services in Santa Cruz

I've been following Variance Objects on Instagram for a few years now and have always wanted one of their gorgeous pieces, but could never justify spending the money "just because." I got engaged October 2021 and asked one of my best friends, who is a jewelry artist, to make my wedding ring. Of course, she agreed and we were working on designing one, but she accepted a great job opportunity out of state that took a lot of time out of her fall schedule and wouldn't be able to get it done in time. I kind of felt that might be the case, so I had been checking VO's website to see which rings they still had ready-to-wear for purchase. When she and I talked and she confirmed she wouldn't be able to in early January I was a little scared because most of the rings I was looking at were no longer available. Ah! I quickly emailed them asking about lead time since my (destination) wedding was mid-February, and I received a response in less than 20 minutes from Scott. I told him I would like the rose cut diamond band and my size and he assured me I would have it in time before we depart to Mexico. In fact, he said they would make a few so I could choose which one I want! How nice! Sure enough, I received an email about 2 weeks out from our departure, selected my ring, and it was shipped out Fedex later that day and arrived in a few days. The ring was absolutely beautiful, unique... exactly what I wanted for my wedding ring! I hated that I had I had to wait 2 weeks to finally wear it! I've been wearing it for 2 weeks and it's just perfect. I want to thank Scott for communicating so quickly and being so accommodating. I will definitely recommend VO to my friends and look forward to my...

This is a spectacular spiritual experience.... Nicole and Scott have THE best, most magical, gorgeous, fine opals ever, as well as an exquisite assortment of bands, bracelets, earrings, necklaces, with a stunning extraordinary look. My college kids, Hollianne and Jacob, and myself have purchased many opal gems and bands from Variance. Rare and fine jewelry.... Customer service is superb! I recommend HIGHLY stopping in for a look in person, COVID19 regulations very respected and implemented at this establishment OR look them up on Instagram or their website. Thank you Nicole, you are amazing! Shop Local, this place...

Came upon this store during a road trip through Santa Cruz and my wife loved a piece (cigar band ring) - super unique stuff. I ended up buying online and having it shipped about 6 months later for her birthday. As she was pregnant at the time, sizing was tough but Scott was super helpful and offered to resize after our birth. He was great and my wife loves the ring. ...