It’s no surprise that jewelry can make us feel beautiful and confident, and help us mark that special moment in time. Whether you accessorize for work, or a special occasion, or are creating a special piece to share your story, jewelry is the perfect treasure and will elevate any outfit. Unfortunately, jewelry can sometimes be challenging to put on and take off and is extra difficult for people with disabilities. Our mission at C+C is to share stories of amazing people and show how our differences are our strengths.  So of course, when I met Stephanie Thomas @disabilityfashionstylist, who styles Hollywood’s disabled community, I had to dig deep into the challenges that jewelry creates for disabled folks and see how...

Jewelry is not just an accessory, jewelry carries deep meaning and connection to people and places. One piece of jewelry that has a rich history and symbolism is the signet ring. Its name originated from the Latin word “signum” meaning “sign” and was originally worn by religious leaders and Pharaohs. Signet rings have been around for centuries, and they have served multiple purposes⎯from marking personal records to signifying status or affiliation. In this post, you’ll learn what signet rings are, their ancient origins and symbols, and why they are still timeless pieces of jewelry. History of Signet Rings Signet rings became popular in ancient times. Oftentimes used as signatures and personal seals for official documents, signet rings had custom-designed symbols...

Valentine's Day is a day to celebrate all kinds of love, especially self-love. Even though we can be our own worst critics, we also forget that we should also be our biggest cheerleaders. According to the National Retail Federation, “About 3 in 10 adults report they're not celebrating the day of love, though they may treat themselves to a small gift.” On a day when we are surrounded by love, self-love is the most important. So get yourself some flowers, make your favorite meal, and gift yourself some personalized jewelry. Cut + Clarity is a sustainable, personalized fine jewelry brand based in NYC. Oftentimes gifting jewelry on Valentine’s Day is seen as a romantic gesture, something a man gives a woman....

Soulmates aren't always romantic partners, sometimes they're bestfriends. This Galentine's Day celebrate those who you love the most. Mariana Russo Chambers, Argentine immigrant, created Cut + Clarity to create opportunities for women to ignite and spark systemic change.  NYC-based jewelry company Cut + Clarity makes customizable pieces in 14k recycled solid gold. One of our popular pieces is the BFF Heart Charm-  a beautiful heart charm intended to be shared with that special person that you have laughed, cried, and loved. This versatile solid gold charm with a large jump ring is easy to wear on a necklace, bracelet or hoop earring. This charm can represent the dates, names and words that are meaningful to the people wearing it, making it...

To the naked eye, it is hard to tell the difference between pure gold jewelry and gold vermeil. But time will tell with the quality of a jewelry piece and its effects on the environment.  Many jewelry brands offer vermeil as an affordable replacement to solid gold but it does not last! Gold vermeil tarnishes and is not as eco-friendly as solid gold, nor does it hold its value the same. This is why Cut + Clarity does not offer this option.  Our jewelry is made by local professional artisans in the Diamond District of NYC with 14k recycled solid gold and conflict-free diamonds. Our Gold Buyback Program keeps gold in a continuous life cycle - giving new life to inherited pieces or...

1. The average lifespan of a garment is only 2 years.  2. Plastic accessories can take up to 450 years to break down. 3. 85% of discarded garments end up in a landfill. 4. The fast-fashion industry makes about $1 trillion dollars a year, yet their workers make less than $3 a day.    Because of our dedication to being ethical + sustainable,  Cut + Clarity’s  jewelry is made by local professional artisans in the Diamond District of NYC with 14k recycled solid gold and conflict-free diamonds. Our Gold Buyback Program keeps gold in a continuous life cycle - giving new life to inherited pieces or out of date jewelry. Jewelry is a powerful symbol for past, present and future events. Each piece...

“Growing up Latina in the Bronx, as early as I can remember I had this infatuation with owning a piece of jewelry with my name on it. I’d see girls with their names on hoop earrings, rings, necklaces, etc. They would ‘rock’ their name so proud, confident, and beautiful. I wanted that I wanted to own that - my own name - and who I am.”

“My daughter, C+C, and the boobs necklace all came into this world simultaneously. As a woman, everyone wants to control and judge what we do with our bodies (especially Latina women!). The Boobs Necklace is a stand for women having full control of who we are and who we want to be without fear of being judged and regulated.” - Cut + Clarity Founder, Mariana Russo Chambers, C+C’s 2021 Summer Issue⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀It's National Breastfeeding Week so let's talk about boobs. "Yes, breasts have become a sexualized commodity, and profit-hungry companies will use them for all they are worth." Our breasts have been censored, banned, and scrutinized on social media. The last image in this post appeared on the front cover of...

Chick Mission (CM) picks up where our system failed and overwhelming supports women! and THAT is a mission we stand by!Since C+C’s foundation- CM has been a partner of ours because our missions align. Their focus on supporting women’s right to fertility preservation when diagnosed with cancer is truly changing the trajectory of women’s lives!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀This is their story:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀Amanda was diagnosed with cancer 3 times before her 40th b-day. Her insurance would not cover egg freezing claiming she was not *YET* infertile by their standards. The lack of coverage was even more shocking given Amanda had fertility benefits on her plan. But the insurance company did not consider cancer a present day problem. They would rather throw money at the problem...

The start of this year marked an exciting time for me personally and with Cut + Clarity. For the last 12+ years through my consulting group, MRC Consulting, I have been the go-to person for jewelry development for brands, retailers and exclusive one-of-a-kind pieces. Cut + Clarity is a culmination of my career creating custom jewelry and I’m thrilled to bring that directly to you. This New Year transported me back to Buenos Aires, Argentina, where I was born. I had the opportunity to partner with another female empowerment brand to launch an exclusive collection of Body Chains. The collaboration "Cut + Clarity for Rossi Tuxedos" debuted at the High Summer Fashion Show in Punta del Este, Uruguay. The show...