Featured Image: Dior “Kings and Queens Collection”

Anyone who knows me, knows my obsession with Momento Mori.  From Skulls to Hair Art, to Seed Beads and Whitby Jet, the list just goes on.  Obviously I am not alone and I think the question still remains…WHY THE FASCINATION…AND WHY DOES IT MAKE US ALL FEEL LIKE SUCH A BAD-ASS!?   Whether it’s the allure of mystery, the fascination with the unknown or the proximity to darkness, Im going to leave it, much like death itself, as the great unsolved riddle.

As we fast forward to modern times, Momento Mori still exists, it’s all just a bit bling-y-er.  Below are some of my top picks  from some of the Skull Geniuses in the Land of Jewels.

Days of the Week Momento Mori rings by Holly Dyment (avail: www.net-a-porter.com)

1. Skull and Bow Earrings by Melinda Risk (avail: www.melinariskjewelry.com)

2. Skull & Ribbon Momento Mori Ring by Bittersweets NY (avail: www.catbirdnyc.com)

3. “Lips” Ring by Lydia Courteille (avail: www.lydiacourteille.com)

4. Skull Claw Double Bracelet by Alexander McQueen (avail: www.neimanmarcus.com)

5. Skull Cameo Ring by Amedo (avail: www.stoneandstrand.com)

Dior “Kings and Queens” Collection

Artwork by Scott Campbell

Rings (in order from left to right):

1. 19c. Skull and Crossbones hair art ring (image courtesy of www.elogedelart.canalblog.com)

2. Gold and Enamel Momento Mori Ring

3. Dior Fine Jewelry Coral Skull and Diamond Ring

Sylva & Cie Skull Pendants (image courtesy of  the Spring 2012 Bergdorf Goodman Jewelry Book)

1. Skull and Pearl Earring by Delfina Delettrez (avail: http://www.delfinadelettrez.it)

2. Youre so Radical Sapphire Earrings by Shebee Gem (avail: www.stoneandstrand.com)

3. White Skull Ring by Delfina Delettrez (avail: http://www.delfinadelettrez.it)

4. Pave Skull Ring by Loree Rodkin (avail: www.therealreal.com)

5. 18-karat gold plated Skull bracelet by Aurelie Bidermann

Delfina Delettrez Diamond and Ruby Hand Bracelet (avail: http://www.delfinadelettrez.it)