Bodacious Bijous
Handmade jewelry designed to help you express your unique style. Lightweight, hypoallergenic pieces, custom designs, and eco-friendly packaging.
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08/01/2026
Some moments donāt just make you smile⦠they remind you how far youāve come. ā¤ļø
Almost 7 years ago, I sat on this set as a jewelry maker with a dream, hoping someone would connect with what I was creating.
Walking back into the BronxNet studio this week felt completely different. Not because the dream changed, but because it grew.
One of the most emotional moments happened before the cameras even started rolling. Rhina Valentin and her incredible team BronxNet TV surprised me by putting together clips from my very first appearance all those years ago. Watching that version of myself while preparing to share where Bodacious Bijous is today was something Iāll never forget.
Rhina, thank you for continuing to create a space where artists, entrepreneurs, and creatives are seen and celebrated. Your generosity and encouragement mean more than you know.
These photos are just a little peek behind the scenes from the present and my first appearance⦠because tomorrow I share the interview with all of you, if you havenāt seen it yet. I canāt wait. š
And if thereās one thing I hope this reminds someone today, itās this:
Keep showing up.
Keep creating.
You never know when youāll look back and realize youāve been building something bigger than you imagined.
⨠Tomorrow⦠the full interview.
Confession: Iām not a model⦠and I have no idea what Iām supposed to do with my hands. š
Creating jewelry? Thatās the easy part.
Standing in front of the camera wearing it? Thatās definitely outside my comfort zone.
For a long time, I let the jewelry do all the talking because it felt safer. But I realized something. People donāt just connect with beautiful pieces. They connect with the people and stories behind them.
So Iām choosing to show up, even if itās a little awkward, because Bodacious Bijous is more than jewelry. Itās creativity, growth, courage, and a little bit of me in every piece.
So hereās to embracing the awkward, laughing at ourselves, and showing up anyway.
Because itās not just jewelry. Itās a feeling. š
There was a time when I thought I had to choose.
Gold or silver.
Classic or bold.
Follow the ārulesā or wonder if I was doing it wrong.
The longer Iāve worn jewelry, the more Iāve realized that style isnāt about checking boxes. Itās about expressing who you are on any given day.
Some days call for something simple. Other days call for layers, color, sparkle, or a mix of metals. None of those choices are wrong if they make you feel like yourself.
Thatās one of the reasons I love jewelry so much. It gives us the freedom to tell our story without saying a word.
⨠Iād love to know⦠whatās the first thing you choose when youāre getting ready: your outfit or your jewelry?
A little reminder before the day ends: choose the things that make you feel most like yourself. āØ
Sometimes it is your mindset. Sometimes it is the jewelry you put on before you even choose the outfit. Either way, you deserve to carry a little joy with you.
What is one small thing that helped you feel good today?
I donāt think jewelry is just something we wear.
Sometimes itās a gift.
Sometimes itās a reminder.
Sometimes itās simply the piece that makes us feel like ourselves.
Iād love to hear your story.
Whatās one piece of jewelry youāll never part with, and why? š
Your jewelry should be just as fun as getting dressed.
These layered earrings are lightweight enough for all-day wear, but bold enough to make even the simplest outfit feel complete. Whether youāre drawn to soft pastels or vibrant colors, thereās a pair that fits your style.
š¬ Which color are you choosing today? Tell me in the comments!
Video editing by Jelly | Visual Artist
Photo of model taken by ESERIE/ Lifestyle Photographer
JewelryLovers
07/22/2026
One of the unexpected highlights from my trip to California! š
I traveled there to support my daughterās art business, and while I was there I had the opportunity to meet a few familiar faces. It was such a fun experience, but more importantly, it reminded me that saying āyesā to new opportunities often leads to unforgettable memories.
Grateful for the adventure and excited for whatās next.
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