The Power of Citrine, Topaz and a Touch of Pink: Lighting Up November

julie
Nov 5
2 min read

November arrives with a softer kind of brilliance — not the bold radiance of summer, but the warm, glowing light that lives in gratitude, reflection, and quiet celebration. It’s the season when color takes on meaning: golden light, smoky skies, and now, a touch of pink — the color of connection and community.

This month, BShannon Designs celebrates the power of gemstones that capture that glow: Citrine, Topaz, and now Pink Tourmaline, each chosen for what they symbolize and how they speak to this season’s spirit.

Citrine — The Merchant’s Stone of Joy

Citrine’s golden hue mirrors the sun’s final warmth before winter settles in. Known since ancient times as the Merchant’s Stone, it was carried by traders who believed it brought prosperity and good fortune. Spiritually, it’s said to clear the mind and lift the heart — a natural antidote to the November gray.

Wearing Citrine is like wearing confidence: radiant, joyful, and a little bit unstoppable.

*Citrine reminds us that success is sweetest when shared — a fitting message for this season of giving.*

Topaz — The Light Keeper

Topaz has long been connected with divine light and lasting friendship. Ancient Egyptians believed it captured the power of Ra, the sun god. Today, it symbolizes loyalty, strength, and clarity — perfect for steadying us as we move through the year’s final chapter. Its honeyed tones feel like candlelight on the skin — a quiet glow that says you’ve made it this far, keep shining.

*Topaz teaches us that brilliance is not loud — it’s lasting.*

Introducing Pink — The Color of Connection

This November, BShannon Designs added a third hue to the palette: pink. More than a color, pink represents compassion, individuality, and the joy of supporting what’s real.

We’re proud to join other independent creators for Pink Friday on November 21, 2025 — a celebration of shopping small, shopping early, and shopping with heart.

When you buy from a small business, you’re not just purchasing a product — you’re investing in artistry, originality, and community. You’re helping keep the craft alive. You’re supporting hands that design, shape, and create beauty right here — not overseas, not mass-produced.

*Pink Friday is our reminder that shopping can still be personal — and purposeful.*

The Light of Local

At BShannon Designs, each piece tells a story: stones chosen for their energy, metals shaped by hand, designs infused with intention. Small businesses like ours are more than shops — we’re storytellers, artisans, and anchors of local creativity. When you shop small, you become part of that story.