Why 10K Gold?
10K gold is solid gold — not plated or filled.
With a slightly lower pure gold content (41.7%) than 14K (58.3%), it offers exceptional durability making it a perfect choice for daily wear. We’ve long admired vintage 9 karat gold British jewelry; and on Vana's recent sourcing trips to Britain and Italy, she's sought out some beautiful vintage pieces crafted in 9K gold — heirlooms that have endured for generations.
Is there a visual difference?
Since none of our charms are marked with a karat stamp, the 10K gold charms will feature a slightly different loop design while still maintaining visual continuity. This is a subtle difference and designed to integrate seamlessly with existing charms.
In terms of color, 10k gold may appear slightly paler when worn next to a 14k charm.
All our custom jewelry pieces featuring silhouettes or engravings are made to order by our team in partnership with master jewelers in New York City. Because of the custom process, each piece is one-of-a-kind and will be unique to you. The products pictures here, are example of the product you will receive.
You can choose from existing stock silhouettes or have a custom silhouette drawn from your photos (we specialize on this!) - as of 2026 we no longer charge the one time fee for creating the custom silhouette from your photo.
All custom pieces are started as soon as your order is received. Every custom order receives a digital proof to review, nothing is finalized without your approval. Production timeline ranges between 4-6 weeks depending on the product. If you have questions, reach out to us prior to ordering.
Please note: each individual (person or pet) counts as one silhouette. For example, a family of four will need four silhouettes. Use this as a guide when selecting quantities for your order.
- Place the subject in front of a well-lit background, facing left or right.
- Only one side of the face should be visible, with the entire head in frame.
- A relaxed expression helps capture facial features (lashes, nose, lips) more naturally.
- Phone photos work great—just use good lighting, ideally during the day.
- For groups, take individual photos.
- Take the photo straight on, at eye level, from 2–4 feet away. Avoid angles from above or below.
- If the subject has long hair (past the shoulders), tie it up—braids, buns, and ponytails add charm and personality to the silhouette!
Babies
Try photographing while they’re asleep. Hold the camera directly above, capturing only one side of the face.
Full-Body Silhouettes
Take photos of the subject standing, walking toward, or away from the camera.
Pets
Open mouths and hanging tongues can be cute, but may not create the best silhouette—totally up to you!
Custom products like silhouette charms, necklaces, bracelets, lockets, ornaments and all engravable medallions take a total of 4-6 weeks turnaround as each piece is made specifically for you.
Once design has been approved, production begins. Please allow 2–3 weeks for most custom orders to arrive after approval. Some products have a longer turnaround, please note when purchasing.
Need it sooner?
Email us at orders@vanachuppstudio.com. We’ll do our best to accommodate rush requests—additional fees may apply.
If your purchase doesn't meet your expectations, you can return it within 5 business days of receiving it for a refund, store credit or exchange.
To be eligible for an exchange, the item must be unused and in its original packaging. Custom Products with custom silhouettes, birthstones or custom engraving or discounted products are final sale and cannot be returned or exchanged. To initiate a return, email us at info@vanachuppstudio.com and we will provide a prepaid return shipping label. Approval via email is mandatory for returns to be accepted. Kindly be advised that return shipping charges will be deducted from your refund.
- $50 for under $2000
- $100 for orders between $2000-$1000
- $250 for orders over $1000
You can review the full return policy here. If you have any questions about a specific item's return policy, email us before purchasing.
