6 Latina-owned jewelry brands you need to know about
While fashion trends come and go with the seasons, the category that is always on trend is jewelry. From dainty pieces that go with your everyday look to head-turning jewels that carry your entire attire, jewelry gives an added boost of glam you don’t want to live without. While there is a growing list of designers that are creating pieces worth checking out, we want to highlight a few of them from our community. Scroll through and take a look at the Latina-owned jewelry brands that have us swooning.
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Daniela Salcedo
Whether you’re a fan of beetles or evil eyes, Daniela Salcedo has a statement piece for you. The Colombiana is one of the top jewelry designers of her country and has gained recognition thanks to her bold heart designs. Her collection, which is available in both silver and gold, includes earrings, chockers, rings, and more.
XIXI
Adrienne Bailon is an actress, singer, Emmy-nominated host, and most recently she added jewelry designer to her already impressive resume. XIXI is an affordable jewelry line with trendy basics to accessorize any outfit. The star’s collection includes studs, bracelets, anklets, and more, available in silver and gold. As part of an exclusive collection, the Disney alum created jewelry inspired by bible verses that had an impact on her life.
Greda
When you think of clay, jewelry might not be the first thing that comes to mind, however, one Latina is turning this moldable material into chic accessories. Meet Greda Co. Greda, which translates to clay in Spanish, is a handmade jewelry brand that sells an array of dangle earrings for an affordable price. From cow printed clay earrings to neutral hues, there is the perfect pair for everyone. Most recently, the brand teamed up with Latinx brand Wasi clothing for an exclusive design inspired by the Andes Mountains that run through multiple South American countries.
Lorena Pestana
Lorena Pestana is a Peruvian jewelry brand that makes one-of-a-kind pieces inspired by nature. The Amor Animal collection is a love story to the wildlife that grace this earth. From frogs to pumas, the collection includes earrings, rings, and necklaces. While this collection is on the pricier side, the Latina jewelry designer also has a variety of budget-friendly basics.
Fenomena
It’s no secret that Colombia is the country that mines the most emeralds in the world. That’s why many brands from the South American country include these precious gems in their designs. Fenomena is a jewelry company that incorporated raw emeralds into rings, earrings, bracelets, and more.
XIO
If you receive a beauty subscription box, you know it feels like Christmas every month. Now imagine if for 12 times a year you can also get handpicked jewelry delivered to your doorsteps. Well, lucky for you, there is a jewelry subscription box that does just that. XIO is a monthly jewelry brand that delivers monthly sets for just $60. You’ll find rings, bracelets, earrings, necklaces, and more in your preferred metal finish. While $60 may seem a bit higher than your other subscription boxes, the value of the jewelry you’ll receive is more than double the monthly fee. For those who don’t want to sign up for the subscription, you can still support this Latina-owned brand by shopping the individual pieces.