1st Place: Lasker Jewelers
2nd Place: Tangled Up in Hue
3rd Place: Token

If I’ve learned anything about jewelry polls, it’s that you can learn a thing or two from jewelry polls. This year, Chippewavallians stood up for variety, choosing winners from all segments of the jewelry spectrum. In first place is Lasker Jewelers, a classic family-owned fine jewelry store that has sold many a diamond engagement ring since 1928. Newcomer Tangled Up in Hue, which is geared toward the more casual wearer, shows up in second place – probably because of all those charming little bird pendants and handmade “button” earrings.  For yet another distinct style, head to Isabelle & Co and Angelus Salon & Spa to peruse third place finisher Sarah Jensen’s “Token” collection – a classy-casual array of sterling silver and gold-fill jewelry. – Kinzy Janssen

Up-and-Comer: A Bead for Change opened its Eau Claire space just this summer, and came in fourth