Celebrations, Traditions & Cultural Meaning | Heidi Daus
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Celebrations, Traditions & Cultural Meaning
Wear the meaning, share the story. Discover jewelry cues for the traditions you celebrate, the people you remember and the gatherings that bring you together.
Follow your own family and community traditions. Jewelry suggestions are personal wearing cues; symbols and customs are not interchangeable. Some observances begin at sundown, and regional calendars can differ. Date references and story sources appear with each occasion.
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A few occasions to explore this month
Celebration & cultural meaning
Halloween · the costume is in your jewelry box
Oct 31, 2026
Build your costume around an actual jewelry favorite. A bat necklace, pumpkin pin or dramatic statement piece can give a simple outfit its character.
Theatrical · Bat, cat & pumpkin
A Little Brilliance to Share
Halloween imagery in Smithsonian collections includes familiar motifs such as bats, cats, witches and jack-o'-lanterns.
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Begin with your own jewelry box. Earlier and sold-out designs remain meaningful wearing suggestions. Coming Soon is a preview; release dates will be announced. Shopping availability can change.
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