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What: VERAMEAT What’s Cool About it: Designed and handcrafted by Vera Balyura in New York, she creates pieces inspired by her personal adventures and curiosity of life. Born in the Ukraine, Vera moved to New York to become a model, and she now models her own collection. The line is delicate with subtle details, and is made out of materials such as recycled silver or pure 14K gold. What we love best are the unusual characteristics; we’ve found rings with small bears titled “hibernation hump”; miniature mermaids; necklaces with ladies dancing on llamas; and even a duster filled with puppies. You’re sure to get an interesting reaction when someone notices what's on your VERAMEAT piece. VERAMEAT can be found online or at the NY flagship store at 315 E. 9th St. in the East Village [Photo via]