Great Lakes Boutique is stocked with spectacular estate and trend jewelry, perfect for holiday gifting
By Patricia Nugent
For everyone on your list—including yourself—Great Lakes Boutique has you covered.
Angel Mastandrea has her finger firmly on the style pulse point of Northeast Ohio. She searches the world over for trends and stocks the cases with the newest and buzziest jewelry lines.
Holiday Gifting Trends
“This year there’s been a significant rise in demand for estate jewelry,” reports Angel. “People appreciate the value of gorgeous pieces from yesteryear. We sell everything from rings, pendants, charms and bracelets starting at $20, to very high-end pieces such as a three-carat, emerald-cut diamond ring worth $16,500. Diamonds never go out of style, and we’ve put together a collection of beauties in every size and cut.”
She says layering necklaces is another big trend right now, and that mixing metals is fine, too. (No one wants to look matchy-matchy.)
Complementing the jewelry lines is a fun new line she just brought in called Zodica Perfumery. Shoppers can explore the scent of their own zodiac sign, or even the season the sign is from (we are currently in the sign of Scorpio and that scent features dark and alluring autumn notes).
“The perfumes are natural and eco-conscious, perfect for people who may be allergic to strong scents,” she says. “Another line on the eco-friendly side is 4Ocean. These signature, hand-woven and crystal bracelets have a conscience. Proceeds from each sale go toward cleaning up the ocean. Not only are they adorable, coming in a wash of sea colors, but they also make a perfect gift for someone who is concerned about the ocean.”
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Angel says one of their most popular lines just came out with a new pendant—LOLA Love Locks.
“Clients appreciate the modern, chic design of an antique keyhole lock on a chain,” she says. “The Love Locks come in silver and gold, and a variety of enamel accent colors. LOLA stands for ‘Love One, Love All,’ and comes out of Nantucket Island, Massachusetts.”
Another LOLA design that just came out this month is the Hummingbird beaded edge round pendant. This delicate shape comes in silver and gold, with enamel accents of periwinkle, pink, black and white.
Since the jewelry is handmade in Italy, it’s craftsmanship and intricate designs stand above others. In addition to the colorful pendants, bracelets and rings celebrate special moments in people’s lives.
“Like everything we carry, LOLA pieces are connected to meaning, each piece tells a story,” says Angel. “That makes them special to give as gifts to those you love or to inspire yourself.”
No matter which lines you favor at Great Lakes Boutique, you can expect to be treated like family.
“The shopping experience here is one where we want people to relax and stay awhile, try on things and have fun,” she says. “Lots of our guests come in weekly.”
Another aspect that makes the shopping relaxed? The boutique offers cash on the spot to people who bring in their gold and silver, both of which are currently valued high.
“Now is a great time to go through your old jewelry box and bring in pieces you don’t wear,” she says. “Oftentimes, people will go to one side of the store to bring in their gold or coins, then with the cash in hand move to the other side of the shop to buy beautiful new things.”
Great Lakes Boutique is located within Mentor Corners, at 8920 Mentor Avenue, in Mentor. Repair work is done on the premises by a certified jeweler. Call 440-266-8900 or visit GreatLakesBoutique.net or its Etsy shop for more information.