So, I have to have this ring/brass knuckle. Seriously, it needs to be on two of my fingers now. Because Nothing is Promised in this city.

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The Un-promise Ring: Vane 2 Finger Brass Knuckle ring

Luna and I stopped by the Vane for Sabago Pop-up Shop Opening last night, which was basically my introduction to the line. This two finger brass knuckle ring, from their fall 08 capsule collection is (say it with me now)… Ah-Mazing.

There are a few things about the ring that make it (at least for me):

• The encryptions on the ring, “New York” and the words “Nothing Promised”, is a tribute to the unpredictability of this city- which is both brutal and awesome at the same time
• I do love brass knuckles
• As a self declared commitment-phobe this is a badass alternative to the relationship tied “promise ring”… rather an UN-promise ring.  It’s like a caveat… I promise you nothing.  :)

Anyway, if you catch yourself in the Lower East Side, check out the shop at 125 Rivington… right next to Welcome to the Johnson’s.  You can check out the jewelry and the Vane for Sabago shoes… and then stop in next door for a PBR and a game of pool or pacman.  Visit the Vane site for updates and webisodes about the shop. (I think it might be down right now, but hopefully it will be up and running again soon)

As a random aside I ran into Brass Knuckles (the person) last night, who I haven’t talked to in a year, somewhat mending a friendship lost. I think it’s a sign. I lost my actual rhinestone brass knucks last year, and I need to own this ring so I have brass knuckles in my life again.  Don’t ask me why I have to make all my jewelry mean something.  It’s just more fun that way.

(photo via wearevane.com)

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