ABOUT

Acid Queen Jewelry translates myth, archetype, and intuition into hand-fabricated wearable art

We create sculptural statement pieces and everyday talismans for women who already know their power and choose to honor it through adornment.

This is jewelry as ritual. Jewelry as armor. Jewelry as declaration.

THE STORY BEHIND THE WORK

Acid Queen began in 2012 when I walked into the Baltimore Jewelry Center and signed up for my first casting class. I’d been running a pretty successful little side hustle creating found object jewelry on weekends and during my free time, but I wanted to do more. I wanted to set stones. I wanted to build something that felt permanent.

What started as a side hustle while helping my husband open his record store became a full-time studio practice. Over 13+ years, the work evolved from decorative occult influence into something more refined: architectural adornment rooted in symbolism, identity, and sovereignty.

Today, my husband Jo and I run Acid Queen together. He’s our production manager. I design and fabricate every piece. We share a fascination with mysticism, symbols, and the power objects hold across time.

HOW WE WORK

Story precedes structure

Every collection begins with an archetype, a theme, or an energetic inquiry. We don’t design for trend cycles. We design for identity and initiation.

Stone-centered construction.

The stone is the anchor. The metalwork is built to amplify its presence and meaning. Each piece is hand-carved in wax, cast using the lost wax method, then finished, set, oxidized, and polished by hand in our studio.

Empowerment through adornment

Our pieces function as talismans for women stepping into their next chapter. They’re worn by collectors who build curated wardrobes of meaningful jewelry over time, not one-time buyers chasing trends.

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

“Everything Alex creates is a masterpiece. I am anxiously awaiting for her next collection to drop!” — Michelle

“Wearable art. It’s a company I’m proud to support. I have three pieces from Acid Queen, and every one of them is a staple for me.” — Sarah

“I love my Acid Queen pieces because they’re gorgeous, but they also feel really powerful to wear.” — Laura

“They make you feel like part of the Acid Queen family. The jewelry is gorgeous and makes me feel beautiful and empowered wearing each piece.” — Yvonne

OUR ETHOS

Jewelry is more than adornment. It’s a source of personal empowerment, a tool to express your individuality, and a reminder of your own unique magic.

When you wear Acid Queen, you’re not accessorizing. You’re choosing an initiation. A season of becoming. A reflection of who you are stepping into.

Whether you’re grounding yourself with a protective talisman or adorning yourself with a symbol of transformation, our pieces are here to elevate and inspire you every step of the way.

Together, we evolve, transform, and live authentically, embracing the wonder and mystery of life.

With love and a bit of magic,

Alex + Jo