2015
MATEO NY LAUNCHES WOMEN’S JEWELRY.
The treasure trove of contemporary jewelry on 1stDibs reflects the extraordinary vision of present-day creators and emerging talents in the space. Drawing on their boundless creativity and traditions of handcraftsmanship, these artisan makers and sellers are shaping the jewelry world of tomorrow.
Matthew “Mateo” Harris is an entirely self-taught designer whose discreet and refined jewelry has graced discerning women from Rhianna to Michelle Obama. His quintessentially modern pieces use classical elements such as diamonds and pearls in surprisingly original forms imbued with an architectural quality.
Matthew “Mateo” Harris is an entirely self-taught designer whose discreet and refined jewelry has graced discerning women from Rhianna to Michelle Obama. His quintessentially modern pieces use classical elements such as diamonds and pearls in surprisingly original forms imbued with an architectural quality.
Maker Spotlight
A Moment with MATEO
The jewelry designer talks about making everyday pieces for the everyday woman and how his creative process is inspired by his beautiful surroundings.
SELLER Spotlight
A Riot of Color with Ruchi New York
For Ruchi Kotahwala, jewelry-making is part of a long-standing tradition. Her family worked in the cutting, mining and trading of fine gemstones for over 60 years, which ignited a passion and led to her opening her own New York City design studio. In her spiritual journeys around the world, Kotahwala cultivated a fascination with vivid gemstones, and their brilliant color is the foundation for many of her favorite pieces. “My work focuses on using raw organic shapes of stones and a variety of colors — as color to me reflects human moods. Ruchi New York takes pride in being fashionable, ethical and socially responsible brand. It partners with mines and artisans in over 16 countries to source stones for its exquisitely handcrafted jewelry to a roster of A-list clients.
From Introspective
Pairing materials like fossilized dinosaur bones and recycled gold, the designer makes the prehistoric precious in her creations.
From INTROSPECTIVE
New York City Jewelry Week's Here We Are Funding Awards recipients represent the best of what's next in the industry.
"I always gravitate toward yellow gold and more classic pieces, so I had an idea of the engagement ring I wanted. I saw this ring one day while browsing 1stDibs and I knew it was the one. The diamond is an old European cut which gives it a bit of a vintage look, but with contemporary craftsmanship. I knew I would be happy wearing this ring every day!"
Emily Mott, 1stDibs Employee
