With a BFA in studio art and 18 years in the jewelry industry, designer Christine Fail's background is firmly rooted in art and design. A minimalist at heart, Christine embraces the Japanese tradition of wabi-sabi. The results are three distinct ethically minded collections with a focus on timeless, elegant, and minimal design. Everyday essentials made up of heirloom quality forged hoops, and hook
s are built on Christine’s background in metalsmithing. Dimensional and understated ceremony rings incorporate the artistry of hand carved castings alongside one-of-a-kind gemstones and contemporary settings. A dying art form, hand carving the wax give each piece character with a delicately organic quality that only comes from being handmade. Christine sources, cuts and inlays sourced gemstones and minerals into bold and modern interpretations of traditional jewelry of the American Southwest. Ethical sourcing of materials and a sustainably focused studio are at the core of Christine’s values. Mine to market traceability allows Christine to truly understand and relay the impact each piece is having on the earth and small communities across the globe. Christine believes that transparency and knowledge and dives deep into these topics on her website to empower her customers.
