Ana Khouri

As a trained sculptor, Ana Khouri designs her jewelry so it complements and connects to women's bodies rather than simply embellishing them. With her contemporary, ethereal, and elegant designs, Ana Khouri jewelry pieces sparkle and shimmer with an air of intensity rather than flippancy. Incorporating contemporary, structural forms in her work, the Brazilian-born, New York-based designer walks a fine line between sculpture and fine jewelry. As a result of the dynamic compositions, the simple, obvious pieces are able to be worn in a variety of different ways, providing a subtle element of intrigue. She designs her pieces without heavy gem settings, allowing them to follow the contours of the female body without being overpowering, such as a necklace of gold and diamonds that wraps around the collarbone; earrings with diamond drops that seem to float; and rings that look as if they were painted with gold. With each piece being made of the finest materials and one of a kind, Ana Khouri's brand is full of the hallmarks of haute couture. All aspects of the label are inspired by the art deco movement and the Brazilian style of the 1950s. It is her feminist, unique, and engaging gem canvases that resonate with women who appreciate her artistic vision and identify with her non-conventional ideas.

The jewelry designer's name-brand line has gained popularity since 2013, especially for her ear cuffs. The spiraling cuffs are crafted from precious metals or clusters of sparkling gemstones. With her namesake line, she has drawn the loyalties of a long list of similarly minded women and, in the process, brought jewelry design to a whole new level. A number of celebrities have worn her designs, including Michelle Pfeiffer, Emma Watson, Nicole Kidman, Zoe Kravitz, Katy Perry, and Lily James. Many luminaries of the fashion world have also dressed in Khouri, among them Alice and Andrea Dellal, Giovanna Battaglia, Anna Dello Russo, and Carine Roitfeld. She names each jewel piece individually as if it were an old friend, which illustrates the intimacy with which she designs jewelry. She believes jewelry fosters a deeper relationship between the wearer and the piece compared to other items, which is why her styles have names like Francesca, Lourdes, Claire, Ophelia, Gina, Norah., etc.

The jewelry that Khouri crafts are made from rare materials, such as Brazilian rosewood and rose quartz, and features 18K gold or platinum that is fair-mined, fair-traded, and ethically sourced.  The 18-carat yellow gold pieces in her Line collection stand out with minimalistic elegance with Ana Khouri rings, Ana Khouri earrings, and Ana Khouri bracelets. A harmonious and intimate relationship is created between every design and the human form. A variety of sculptural and jewelry pieces reminiscent of Alexander Calder and Richard Serra can be seen in her work, from cocktail rings to jewel-encrusted hoops gently hugging the ear. In spite of the impression that her designs cater exclusively to millennials, Ana views her clientele with a broader perspective. A selection of Khouri's haute jewelry pieces is featured on Bidsquare’s online auction, including a number of previously unexhibited pieces.