
"I mostly work on staying authentic and exploring new angles of what I am as a designer."
How do you stay up-to-date with fashion trends?
I like to say that it’s fashion trends that are catching up with me. I mostly work on staying authentic and exploring new angles of what I am as a designer. And the results of my reflection seem to be relevant in today’s context: when I look at new trends and fashion digests, I just make a mental note whenever I see something close to my taste – and usually, I do.
What’s your process for designing a new collection?
Usually I have some idea, or a detail, or a motif I would like to explore, and my aim for a collection is the feeling that I scratched that itch and it brought me satisfaction. I also study my emotional and mental state before developing the collection’s story and philosophy to build a coherent, deep, and compelling narrative. It is important for me to stay sincere, and this is how my collections stay relevant.
What’s your favorite project you’ve ever worked on??
A couple years ago I partnered with a clothing brand to create some jewelry for their runway looks. It was so much fun to see my designs on an actual runway! For a jewelry designer, there’s little opportunity to do that. And it was a great chance to work extensively on bold, huge, experimental pieces—I still love the results of that collaboration very much.
How do you choose colors for your designs?
Very often I omit colors at all. I am a fan of monochrome textures and shapes, so often my initial designs are pure polished silver and colorless stones – the essence of shine and sparkle. But I can’t deny the charm of colored gemstones, so after I’m done designing, I select those that are most fitting for this collection’s spirit: vibrant and pure-colored for Art Deco, pale and soft for romantic designs, or something special like moonstones for mystical vibes.
How do you balance creativity with wearability in your designs?
I design a little bit for everyone. I need space where I do whatever I want completely; these art pieces mostly go to exhibitions or fashion collaborations. Then there are "party-wearable" designs, and there’s quite enough opportunity to have fun too. Some designs naturally turn out very wearable; not everything needs to have meters of chains (as much as I love them). And when I purposefully design something for daily wear, I simply see it as an act of care for my audience who love my jewelry but may have more strict demands regarding comfort.