The Phoenix Jewelry & Art has launched its shared table concept that unites designers from near and far with local island artists to create jewelry and art shaped by the spirit of the islands. The initiative marks a new chapter for the store as it opens its doors to additional local creators while drawing on more than 100 years of combined team experience in St. John jewelry.
The shared table emerged from a moment when friendship, loss, and love for the island quietly intertwined. Like its namesake, the Phoenix Jewelry & Art rose to form something meaningful from those elements. The team behind the store brings expertise gathered from beloved, now-retired jewelry stores on the island. This background supports the decision to build a collaborative space where multiple makers contribute to one island story.
The shared table functions as a gathering point for diverse voices, materials, and inspirations. Local island artists now display their work alongside established designers in the same environment. The collections include pieces from the St. John Bracelet Company, The Hook Company, Denny Wong, JKennedy Design, Patrick Murphy, the Ocean collection, and Ola Kala. These selections feature nature-inspired designs, contemporary styles, and items drawn from sea and tropical surroundings. The curation maintains a focus on craftsmanship and intention.
The approach places the community at the center of operations. By opening the space to local island artists, the store fosters connections between visiting designers and island-based creators. Materials and designs evoke the color of the sea, the warmth of the sun, and the resilience that defines island life. Visitors discover pieces that serve as reminders of time spent in the location or lifelong ties to it.
Stephanie Remington, owner of The Phoenix Jewelry & Art, said, “The store now features contributions from multiple local island artists alongside the core designer collections.” He noted, “The shared table brings together more than a dozen makers in total, each adding a distinct voice to the collective island narrative.”
The philosophy centers on collaboration drawn from the surrounding environment. With the team’s combined century of experience, selections are guided by knowledge of what resonates with both visitors and residents. The result is a collection that feels authentic to the location while incorporating broader design influences. Items range from pendants and bracelets to other wearable art and decorative pieces.
The integration of jewelry and art within one space allows the store to serve as a hub where makers and appreciators intersect. The shared table model encourages ongoing dialogue among creators. Local contributions align with the jewelry selections to provide a comprehensive view of creative expressions inspired by the same surroundings.
Each designer’s work adds a unique perspective while remaining part of the larger story. The St. John Bracelet Company pieces often incorporate local motifs. Denny Wong's offerings bring nature-inspired elegance, and the Ocean collection highlights marine themes. JKennedy Design introduces contemporary lines, and Patrick Murphy adds handcrafted detail. Ola Kala and The Hook Company complete the selections with complementary approaches. The variety provides options for different preferences within a cohesive focus.
The team’s local expertise, rooted in St. John jewelry tradition, allows for informed guidance when exploring the collections. This background contributes to the authenticity of every piece offered. The store continues to evolve its offerings while staying grounded in principles of community and craftsmanship.
By supporting local talent alongside established names, The Phoenix Jewelry & Art helps preserve aspects of island creative life in wearable and displayable forms. The shared table remains open to new voices as the collective story grows. Emphasis on place, memory, and connection guides every decision from selection to presentation.
The Phoenix Jewelry & Art operates as a jewelry and art store that curates handcrafted pieces inspired by the sea, community, and island life. The space brings together designers and local artists to form a collaborative environment where multiple makers contribute to one shared narrative.
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For more information about The Phoenix Jewelry & Art, contact the company here:
The Phoenix Jewelry & Art
Stephanie Remington
340-725-8117
info@phoenixjewelrystjohn.com
Dockside Mall, Parcel 4C, Unit 1E, Cruz Bay, 00831, U.S. Virgin Islands
