Bel Ami Jewels

Contemporary jewelry handmade in New Orleans, LA, USA.

Here you'll find minimalist, modern pieces made from Swarovski crystals, freshwater pearls, natural stone beads and Czech glass beads and sterling silver or 14kt gold-filed findings with a focus on all things bright, geometric and eye-catching.

Bel Ami Jewels began life with Patty Bel's first took Jeweler classes in 1986 form a local jeweler, Dashka Roth, and then took 4 years of metalsmithing at Delgado College from Alan Hill (of Symmetry Jewelers). She recently took two courses in beading. Her Ph.D. got in the way for many years but she's back in her home studio in New Orleans where she designs and create a jewelry brand that provided quality pieces for everyday wear at an affordable price.

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Design-led, contemporary necklaces, earrings, earthreads and bracelets

Made from a variety of materials including crystals, pearls, beads and metal. From casual everyday pieces to statement designs - all handmade in New Orleans, LA. Whenever possible, dispatch is within 1-2 business days, but bear in mind that all items are handmade and made to order, so processing times may increase at busy times. Want to see them in the flesh? Make an appointment to come to the studio in Lakeview, email us for information.

Jewelry Care

  • Keeping your jewelry happy

    Try and avoid your jewelry coming into contact with perfumes, skin products and hair products.
Remove when exercising, swimming, showering, or sleeping.
Store your jewelry in a dry, airtight place. Damp or hot conditions will cause the jewelry to tarnish
Wipe your jewelry clean with a soft cloth before returning it to storage to remove any body oils and dirt.

  • Cleaning your jewelry

    Step 1:

    Mix 1 tsp. mild liquid dish soap with lukewarm water in a small bowl.


    Step 2:

    Dip a soft cloth in the soapy water, then gently scrub your jewellery while keeping it submerged in the bowl. Concentrate on any grooves or ridges the piece may have. Don't scrub too hard, though, or you risk scratching the item. Clean the jewellery for no longer than 10 minutes, then rinse and dry it with a clean, lint-free cloth. 

  • Clean your jewelry regularly to maintain its shine.

    A jeweler's cloth is an inexpensive investment to keep your metal jewelry shining.

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  • Swarovski Crystals

    The finest crystals in the world. Since water is the key element in the creation of crystals, Swarovski decided to establish the Swarovski Waterschool to help protect this precious resource that has been so integral to the brand for over a century.

  • Swarovski Crystals

    The company then launched Atelier Swarovski, a couture crystal accessories collection, which celebrated innovative design through its collaborations with talents from the worlds of fashion, jewelry, and architecture. Designers have included Karl Lagerfeld, Maison Martin Margiela (pictured), Viktor & Rolf, and Joseph Altuzarra.

  • Pearls

    In countless cultures around the world, the pearl has its own origin myth. Arabs believed these gems were the result of the tears of the gods, fallen into the ocean and making their way into the oysters. The Greeks believed that the goddess of love, Aphrodite, shed pearls for tears. Ever since the first pearl was found gleaming inside a shell, pearls have been both coveted and treasured by humans the world over.

  • Freshwater Pearls

    Originally, the only pearls to be had were natural, wild pearls cultivated by oysters and mussels themselves over the years. Throughout history, pearls were greatly desired gemstones by royalty, merchants, explorers and traders. Freshwater pearls are available in a variety of natural colors such as pink, peach, lavender, white and shades in between.

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