C H R I S T I A N A
Christiana is a bespoke jewelry atelier based in La Jolla, California, specializing in custom engagement rings and wedding bands, as well as one-of-a-kind fine jewelry. Her exclusive designs are wearable works of art—quietly capturing the story, sentiment, and individuality of each client or couple. Known for her meticulous attention to detail and uncompromising commitment to quality, Christiana has earned recognition as La Jolla’s best jewelry designer. After more than a decade immersed in the luxury jewelry industry, she has cultivated relationships with the world’s leading diamond suppliers, casting houses, and master bench jewelers. This elite network allows her to bring any vision to life—from heirloom redesigns to diamond necklaces, bracelets, and fully custom pieces—each executed at the highest level of design and craftsmanship.
A little background...
As a child, Christiana was drawn to art of all kinds. She won several awards in high school for various 2D mediums including drawing, watercolor, and painting - yet her heart was alway with creating wearable art. Her mom was self taught in the jewelry industry - beginning in pearl manufacturing to becoming a jewelry designer herself. Ambition, individuality, and creativity were always celebrated and encouraged. Christiana sold her first piece of jewelry for $350 at the age of 11 and sold over 40 pieces before she turned 15. At the age of 16, Christiana turned her hobby into a business after realizing she had found her passion.
The birth of a business
During her summers in high school, Christiana would design jewelry during the days and work 40-50 hour weeks waitressing at night. On the weekends she would then sell her jewelry at various artisan markets around New England. She would use this money to invest in higher quality materials and grow her inventory. As her business grew, she designed and created her own website which enabled her to started selling online and at high end boutiques across the country.
Torn between passions....
When it came time for college, Christiana pursued another passion of hers - neuroscience. Christiana graduated from University of San Diego Honors Program in Neuroscience.
While she was in college, her business took off. Upon graduation, at the age of 21, Christiana decided to pursue her business full-time Since then, Christiana has sold over 30,000 pieces across the world and caught the eyes of several celebrities who enjoy wearing her jewelry including Katie Couric, Doja Cat, Cher Calvin, and many social media influencers with 1M+ followings.
