One of the first jewelers to harness the potential of television, Judith Ripka has built a following for her bold work through her frequent appearances on the televised shopping channel QVC. Her earrings, necklaces and other accessories often feature matte gold and large colored precious gemstones highlighted with a dazzle of diamonds — statement pieces that can be worn every day for a touch of glamour.
The New York–born daughter of a couturier, Ripka studied art at Hunter College and the Parsons School of Design before founding her brand in 1977 with an 18-karat gold collection. She started simple, selling the pieces in her living room, leading to the opening of her first store in Manhasset, New York.
Early on, Ripka recognized the power of advertising, taking out an ad in the New York Times that read, “Give your pearls a little culture,” and invited customers to bring in their old pearl necklaces and “see them transformed into a beautiful new necklace.” The updating of traditional styles that might be reserved only for special occasions into modern pieces for daily wear would become a touchstone of Ripka’s brand. By 1982, the jeweler was the proud recipient of the De Beers Award for Outstanding Jewelry Design.
After her QVC debut in 1997, Ripka’s jewelry company took off. A pioneer in selling luxury goods on television, she later appeared on the Shopping Channel, with Ripka herself as an engaging personality helping to drive the sales and popularity of her jewelry. Xcel Brands acquired her company in 2014 with the designs continuing to have an active presence on QVC.
Alongside her QVC-marketed jewelry, Ripka has designed custom pieces, such as the diamond, sapphire and ruby 18-karat gold brooch that Hillary Clinton wore at the 1997 inauguration for her husband, Bill Clinton. Talk-show host, author and philanthropist Oprah Winfrey has regularly sported her Eclipse earrings, which incorporate two tiers of precious stones, a design that can easily match outfits from day to night.
Other Ripka designs have brought high-end luxury to the masses, such as a 2010 line launched on QVC showcasing the designer’s take on famous jewels in the Smithsonian Institution. At every price point, Ripka’s jewelry has maintained its fine quality in the fresh interpretations of classic styles.
The Ripka brand continues to innovate its offerings, including branching into creative partnerships, such as a 2020 capsule collection with Italian architect Elena Manferdini as part of a series of collaborations with women artists and designers.
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JUDITH RIPKA CZ Sterling Silver Pierced Earrings , Round Earrings , 12 Gm
By Judith Ripka
Located in New York, NY
International shipping is not free JUDITH RIPKA CZ Sterling Silver Pierced Earrings , Circle Earrings , 12 Gm These beautiful Round St...
Zircon, Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka .74 Carat Round Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Clip Post Earrings
By Judith Ripka
Located in Stamford, CT
Designed with Judith Ripka's signature blend of timeless elegance and everyday luxury, these estate earrings feature approximately .74 carats of sparkling round brilliant cut diamond...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Orange Brown Cabochon Drop Earrings #24199
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Orange Brown Cabochon Drop Earrings - These elegant Judith Ripka sterling silver drop earrings features brown oval cabochon stones (13.6 mm x 9.6 mm) se...
Quartz, Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Estate Onyx Omega Back Earrings Sterling Silver 14 Grams
By Judith Ripka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Judith Ripka Estate Onyx Omega Back Earrings Sterling Silver 14 Grams JR1 These authentic Judith Ripka estate earrings feature elegant onyx stones set in finely crafted st...
Onyx, Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Woven Rope Earrings #24198
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Woven Rope Earrings - These beautiful Judith Ripka sterling silver drop earrings features her signature woven rope design finished with ear wire closure...
Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka 4.48ctw Smoky Quartz Diamond Earrings 18k Yellow Gold Button Studs
By Judith Ripka
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gem: Natural Smoky Quartz - 4 Total Carats, Faceted Round Brilliant Cut, Brown Color - Natural Diamonds - 0.48 Total Carats, Round Brilliant Cut, G - H Color, VS2 Clarity Metal: 18k ...
Diamond, Quartz, Yellow Gold
JUDITH RIPKA CZ Sterling Silver Heart Pierced Earrings w Amethyst 9.9 grams
By Judith Ripka
Located in New York, NY
JUDITH RIPKA CZ Sterling Silver Heart Pierced Earrings w Amethyst 9.9 grams These beautiful "Double Heart" Sterling Silver Earrings glimmer with round bead-set Diamonique simulated ...
Zircon, Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Steven Battelle 0.5 Carats Emeralds Round 18K Gold Post Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two brilliant 4mm round faceted emeralds are surrounded by multiple hand applied spirals in this ancient-inspired handmade design. Overall diameter is 11mm. A nice matte-finish comp...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Stunning Oval Swiss Blue and Cushion-cut Sky Blue Topaz Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These stunning pair of earrings features a pair of genuine oval Swiss blue topaz with cushion-cut sky blue topaz, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver. The double ...
Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
24mm Carved Blue Quartzite Flower Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant 24mm Carved Blue Quartzite Flower Vermeil Earrings This gorgeous pair of earrings features 24mm blue quartzite carved into beautiful 3D flower, adorned ...
Quartz, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Vermeil
Judith Ripka 18K Yellow Gold, Diamond and Citrine Earrings
By Judith Ripka
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Judith Ripka 18K Yellow Gold , Diamond and Citrine Earrings Diamonds Citrine Green Tourmaline Lever Back Closure Retail $3,840.00
Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka Lava Cameo Gold Earrings
By Judith Ripka
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k yellow gold earrings by Judith Ripka, set with lava cameos, depicting a nymph silhouette. Earrings have hooks to attach drops. Measure 7/8" in diameter. Marked Judith Ri...
Gold
Stunning Genuine Oval Peridot and Cushion-cut Blue Topaz Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These stunning pair of earrings features a pair of genuine oval green peridot with cushion-cut sky blue topaz, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver. The green and ...
Peridot, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
925 Sterling Silver Earrings Moissanite Drop Earrings Minimalist Gift For Women.
Located in Chicago, IL
925 Sterling Silver Earrings Moissanite Drop Earrings Minimalist Gift For Women. Base Material: 925 Sterling Silver. Main Stone: Moissanite. Moissanite Color & Clarity: D Color ...
Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,537Sale Price|25% Off
W 0.42 in L 0.81 in
18k Yellow Gold 1.74 Carat Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, & Sapphire Omega Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
These earrings are just beautiful! They are 18k yellow gold and each earrings has 2 marquise cut sapphires, emeralds and rubies and totaling .4 carats for each gemstone. They also ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Chaumet 18k Yellow Gold 0.60ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Heart Clip-On Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Chaumet 18k Yellow Gold 0.60ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Heart Clip-On Earrings Brand: Chaumet Style: Heart Clip-On Diamond Earrings Material: 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: Approx...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Silver 15x12mm Cabochon Amber Bezel Stud Earrings
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A refined pair of Baltic amber stud earrings showcasing warm honey‑gold cabochons measuring approximately 15×12 mm, each framed in smooth, hand‑finished sterling silver. The amber di...
Amber, Sterling Silver
Vintage Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Rose Flower Omega Back Earrings #26919
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Rose Flower Omega Back Earrings A pair of authentic vintage Tiffany & Co stud earrings crafted in sterling silver in a sculptural three-dimensio...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver and 18K Yellow Gold Onyx Earrings #26164
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Sterling SIlver and 18K Yellow Gold Onyx Earrings- These stunning earrings by Tiffany & Co. feature a square cabochon black onyx center accented with an 18K yellow gol...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
18 Karat Yellow Gold, Yellow Sapphire Flower Earring
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Cellini's iconic Flower Power earrings . These stunning earrings are composed with five pear shaped yellow sapphires ,with a round brilliant diamond center. Each petal and center ...
Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hoop Earrings in Sterling Silver and Enamel with Black Onyx
By Cristina Cipolli Jewellery
Located in London, Richmond
Pair of hoop earrings in satin sterling silver, black and white enamel, set with black onyx cabochon. A geometric, minimalistic, androgynous, everyday piece with healing properties. ...
Onyx, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver CZ Cushion Cut Earrings #22730
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver CZ Cushion Earrings- These elegant Judith Ripka sterling silver lever back earrings features sparkling cushion cut CZ centers (7.81 mm x 7.36 mm) surrou...
Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Square CZ Stud Earrings #22607
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Square CZ Stud Earrings - These elegant Judith Ripka sterling silver stud earrings features square cut CZ stones set in a rope and beaded design with pu...
Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Pearl and CZ Button Earrings #22584
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Pearl & CZ Button Earrings - These classic button earrings by Judith Ripka features pearl cabochons framed in a twisted rope design with bezel set CZ ac...
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Dome Earrings
By Judith Ripka
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Judith Ripka Material: 18K yellow gold Diamond: 20 round brilliant cut = 0.10cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: earrings measure 22mm in length Weight: 15.58 grams
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Dome Earrings
By Judith Ripka
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Judith Ripka Material: 18K yellow gold Diamond: 20 round brilliant cut = 0.10cttw Color: G Calrity: SI1 Dimensions: earrings measure 22mm in length Weight: 15.58 grams
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.44 in L 0.44 in
Judith Ripka JR Two Sterling Silver 18 Karat Gold Blue Quartz Diamond Earrings
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver 18K yellow gold blue quartz and diamond earrings by designer Judith Ripka. These beautiful earrings feature a faceted blue quartz in a yellow gold bezel with silver ...
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Black Onyx Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
By Judith Ripka
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Judith Ripka faceted onyx and gold stud earrings. DETAILS: GEMSTONES: two round faceted black onyx. METAL: 18-karat yellow gold. WEIGHT: 8.7...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka Diamond Gold Flower Stud Earrings
By Judith Ripka
Located in Southampton, PA
Simple and sweet are the perfect words to describe this pair of stud earrings from Judith Ripka. The earrings are made of 18K yellow gold and are set with .50 carats of white diamonds.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold