As far as inspiration goes, I'm constantly inspired by traveling, symbols, magic and different cultural traditions around the world.

To me, jewelry is a natural progression and there is something so meaningful and magical about creating that one of a kind, special piece.

I might do a film someday for the collection. I love designing sets and creating environments, in film school and for my own presentations. I love telling stories.

Seeing my ideas come to reality. Seeing how happy it makes other people to wear them. Seeing them on other people makes me the happiest.

Luxury is something that makes you feel beautiful. I have a vintage silk kimono that definitely makes me feel beautiful and luxurious.

The Art Deco movement, architecture from that period and sort of the industrial aesthetic from that period. Art Deco meets tribal kind of thing. All that is my primal inspiration.

I'm always inspired by the hidden treasures, unique personalities and New York's overall charm.