Mia Gemma

This place is amazing! I have been a customer since 2010 and continue to go back. I remember walking by the window and being drawn in to look at all of the beautiful one of a kind pieces. The personal attention I receive here can’t be matched. There is no pressure to buy. Feel free to just walk in, browse, and try a few things on. I can attest to stopping by after a long work week, trying on a beautiful unique piece of jewelry, and wearing it for a bit. It is definitely a pick me up.
In addition to my frequent ‘window’ shopping, Irene and more recently Odaybea have taken time to find just the right artist to design or even redesign some of my jewelry. As I happen to have a fairly small wrist I do have problems finding a bracelet that fits. Luckily Odaybea can resize a piece by just taking off a few links or adding a different clasp. If I see a bracelet, necklace or ring I sort of like, I can and have worked with an artist to create a one of kind piece of art — selecting the color of gemstone, the type of metal, the shape, and the style.
Most jewelry store offerings can be overwhelming, mass marketing, items are unoriginal and can be over-​priced. The pieces at Mia Gemma are unique and elegant. The creations start from reasonably priced to name your price. If you have an idea just ask. Irene and Odaybea wlll work with you to determine your personal style and find or have one of their artists make you exactly what you dreamed of.

It was my best jewelry shopping experience ever. Irene Barbieri, Owner of the place explained the difference between stones and finally recommended the ring which my wife loved.
After that she helped me to adjust the size. Since i was on the business trip i left the ring and she took care of contacting with the artist and sending me the adjusted ring over the USPS.
Thanks, Irene!

This place is fantastic. I have used them for years, purchasing my wife’s engagement ring here, her wedding band, and other assorted jewelry. They have great relationships with artists and take real care in advising customers and keeping them up to date on their orders. Couldn’t recommend them more highly.

My fiancé and I were looking for a very specific type of engagement ring that we could not find in any run of the mill jewelry store. We are from Philly and I was in DC for work and we happened to stop in– I loved Mia Gemma’s style of jewelry so we decided to have our ring custom made there. My ring was very specific so it was quit the process. Irene and Odaybea were so helpful and their designer Brian did an excellent job! It was exactly what I wanted and BEAUTIFUL! I was intent about having a «dainty» ring with a pave halo and words can’t describe how beautifully it was set– I still can’t believe how perfect Brian made the halo. In addition, after we picked up my ring my fiancé decided to get one of their custom rings for his band. I would definitely recommend them if you are looking for an engagement ring– they have beautiful and unique jewelry to choose from. I would also recommend them if you are looking to get something designed. Overall it was a great experience.

When my girlfriend and I went engagement-​ring shopping, Mia Gemma was the first place we went and — after a couple stops elsewhere for comparison — the last. Irene had a terrific, beautiful selection and couldn’t have been more welcoming. No pressure at all, and she asked questions that drew out possibilities, likes and dislikes. We knew nothing walking in and felt far more comfortable with the process and the range of options by the time we left.
Her focus on working with artists also was important. The selection felt more unique and creative (but not wild looking!) than what we’d seen elsewhere, yet still there was a substantial (and helpful) array of prices and options. When it was time to buy, Irene was very helpful in corralling all the details and making the work easy and relaxed. We’re looking forward to going back again, just to say hello and show her the ring on its destination! We’d recommend Mia Gemma to anyone.

Beautiful selection of interesting jewelry. Very attentive service.

Irene and Odaybea are great to work with. I first came in here last year when my then-​boyfriend asked me what my ring size was. Irene was very patient in answering questions and sizing my finger even though it was clear I was no where near purchasing anything.
Fast forward to this year — my fiancée originally wanted to purchase directly from Anna Sheffield, the company that designed my engagement ring. He had a lot of problems with timing, lack of communication, rudeness, etc. We found out that we could order the exact setting from Mia Gemma; the price was even slightly lower. Too bad for Anna Sheffield, that a third-​party is better at selling their jewelry than going to the company directly.
Odaybea was really accommodating and even tried to rush production of the ring as it was already a 3 month process with Anna Sheffield. We didn’t end up buying the diamond from Mia Gemma, but no one at Mia Gemma batted an eye about that. They still treated us like we were spending a lot more money than we did.
For the record, Anna Sheffield did apologize and made it up to us. Their jewelry is stunning, so I would still recommend you check it out — but you might as well do it at Mia Gemma with great customer service (and also lots of beautiful jewelry from other designers including Odaybea herself!)

my husband and i bought our wedding bands here. They are gorgeous, but the customer service was not the best.

Their jewelry is not run of the mill items. They have some unique pieces and while some items are pretty pricey, not everything is. I purchased a few items for special occasions. A couple years ago I purchased a silver and pearl necklace and matching earrings for my 25^th anniversary. This year, I purchased another set of earrings that also match the necklace. for my anniversary I get so many compliments on that necklace. I lost the diamond from my engagement ring and purchased a unique ring with four small diamonds from Mia Gemma as a replacement. I wear it every day and I love it. I have been very happy with my purchases from this store, When we have made purchases, my husband and I have been very happy with the service at Mia Gemma. The people in the store have been very helpful and polite to us even when we just went in into look but not did not purchase.

Mia Gemma is a gem of a shop! The selection of unique one of a kind jewelry is outstanding and the staff are incredibly helpful giving you an overall wonderful experience. Truly a must see when you are in the district.

I had a lovely experience at Mia Gemma. The selection was great and the customer service was very good while I was selecting my ring.
I think they need to increase staff training on the computer system but I didn’t mind being the guinea pig too much!

the jewelry was heart-​stopping.
the customer service? i walked into this tiny little place full of anticipation. there were some lovely necklaces on the counter, and i reached out to touch them. wow, wish i hadn’t, because the woman behind the counter literally snatched them from under me. i can only think she thought i meant to steal them. yow-​sah.
after that, i only stayed in the store because my sister and my 6 yr old daughter were so agog with the merchandise. i was so put off by the aformentioned incident that i couldn’t really see anything else.
i can’t imagine what that woman was thinking, but this store’s claim of «premier customer service» is waaaay off.