ALEXIS KLETJIAN LUCKY STAR SHIELD CHARMS

My Lucky Star collection pays homage to all of the Victorian stars - the compass roses and celestial jewelry of the Victorian Era, which remains an important role and continued inspiration in the jewelry of today.  

You may be surprised to learn that the first design for the Lucky Star collection was the shield.  I love stars for all of the beauty and brightness they represent, and I yearned for an everyday talisman to guide me, to shine bright over my heart.  

Paying homage to my beloved Victorians with a nautical nod, the star shield was born, and the Lucky Star collection began.  A modern-day protector, yours and mine, in a petite (yet hefty) collectable, and customizable charm.  

ALEXIS KLETJIAN LUCKY STAR SHIELD AND PERSONALIZED CHARMS IN DIAMOND

ALEXIS KLETJIAN CUSTOM DOG TAG IN ROSE GOLD, DIAMONDS AND BLACK SPINEL

Happiness is something you feel, an indescribable emotion that can be shared, understood.  I believe people come into your life when you need them the most.  Perhaps for friendship, laughter, or love - whatever you may need when your paths cross.  

Our family has been through many years of emotional losses, and I needed drastic change to shift the energy, to try and get our happy back...  

The day Sinead Butler came into our lives was the day our lives took new direction.  She was (is) our realtor, yet it was never a sign here, initial here, type of relationship.  Sinead did more than sell our home for us, she brought us laughter and distraction in a very sad time in our lives.  Ultimately, she became our friend.

Everything happens for a reason, and I am happy it does.  If she wasn't in the office that day, (which I learned later she usually is not) I am positive we would not be where we are today, in a better state of mind.  You may think I am giving my realtor too much power over my emotions, but you and I know the right person always shows up, when you need them.  

The only way we knew how to truly thank Sinead for going above and beyond was to give her a sentimental piece of us.  

The rest I will let Sinead tell you, as she so thoughtfully wrote this story to share...

SINEAD WITH HER BEAUTIFUL CHILDREN

My legacy...

I want to pick so many things as my legacy!  I want to empower my children so they will be bold, strong, kind, true to their souls and believe in themselves always.  They are, after all, what we leave behind us when we are gone.  I want laughter and fun to be my legacy.  The strength of family, with its bonds and memories and the ache I feel when I know I will not see them for a while - the downside of being an immigrant.  But most of all I am drawn to happiness, how it makes me feel, how it makes others smile with their eyes, how it makes the world go around.  Yes, happiness - with a little crazy - is my legacy.

I met Alexis when she employed me to find a home for her family.  I had my professional hat on and I tried hard to keep it on as buying or selling a house can bring up many emotions for clients, it's best for their realtor to focus on the job at hand.  It soon became apparent that this would be impossible as Alexis and her husband, Garrett, were full of fun, laughter, intelligence, and 'happiness'. They made my job easy and I found myself enjoying every minute of their company.  Let's just say this is not necessarily the 'norm' in real estate.

When we closed on a house they were selling they presented me with a gift.  The first of a new design for Alexis, a dog tag with diamonds and black spinels.  I was so flabbergasted I babbled on for a while and later sat in my car and cried.  

The fact that they had given me a gift at all pushed me over the edge.  Alexis later had it engraved with the irish word 'sonas', which as I'm sure you can guess, means 'happiness'.

ALEXIS KLETJIAN CUSTOM DOG TAG

I design the jewelry that blends seamlessly into your life, whatever your style may be.  Your favorite pieces of clothing and jewelry should be worthy of being worn with everything you have already invested in.  

If you are just joining us for the first time, welcome, I am a fashion-turned-jewelry designer and the STYLE LAB series continues with a fusion of new jewelry arrivals and collector favorites, styled into three different categories.  

Featured in today's STYLE LAB is the modern minimalist in an all white high/low metal mash up, a relaxed and casual bohemian vibe with mingling metals and black gemstones, and the quintessential classic chic in yellow and rose gold.

Let's get to it...

Modern and/or being a minimalist can mean something different to you than what I have styled here.

For the girl that likes to layer her jewelry (I think that is most of us) this is definitely a more minimalist look.  I wanted to use a high/low blend of silver, white gold, and platinum to make this monochromatic look POP! 

When I wear white metals, I always mix them with yellow and rose gold, but my eye is drawn to an all white look, if it is done well.  Here, the jewelry and accessories is the sole focus, but the clothes and cosmetics are right in line with a modern statement. 

Here are the new arrivals...

The next bangle to add to your Legacy stack is our diamond bangle from the ETERNAL COLLECTION in 14K White Gold.  Super chic worn on its own, with your watch, or a charm bracelet. Use as a jumping off point or add to your legacy stack.  This bangle is versatile, a lighter weight, and feels so comfortable on.  You may even forget it is there.  I am excited to own a few of these myself - if I can sneak a few past the husband ;)

ALEXIS KLETJIAN WHITE GOLD DIAMOND ETERNAL BANGLE

My version of the dog tag shown in platinum and diamonds, baring my husband's name.  Of course, I made his in platinum - the preferred metal for a man.  This is true, I have been doing in-person research and men want to purchase platinum over any other precious metal!  

Because I love variety, my dog tag is also available in gold in yellow, rose, and white gold plus she's customizable in your favorite faceted gemstones!  Just want a single letter, or a number - all you need to do is ask!  But, more are on the way in fun combinations, fear not.

Spring trends heavily rely on the color forecasting services by Pantone, the authority on color.  This Winter, Pantone named Peace and Serenity their 2016 colors of the year.  Let's preface this by stating I am not a pastels person, which you probably already know by now.  I usually gravitate towards an all neutral palate come Spring, or strong, saturated colors in the the Winter and Fall, for my accessories and fine jewelry to take center stage. 


You'll find these styles in every store, at price points high and low.  From Burberry to H & M, you can layer this trend seamlessly into your wardrobe, for seasons to come.  I could go on and show you further how to style these colors through beautiful european draping, cocooning cashmere, street-style suedes, and my favorite, the urban chic.  But, we are here for the jewels, right?  

Let us master the trend by using this season's color palate as a jumping off point to mix your metals.  Just a hint, I always put white gold in the middle to play off the rose and yellow gold hues.  I think it is easier on your eye, it differentiates the golds, giving it a modern, romantic look.  But, you could mix in some black for a little edge, I like that, too.

ALEXIS KLETJIAN LUCKY STAR RINGS

ALEXIS KLETJIAN FINE JEWELRY COLLECTION, IN MIXED METALS

ALEXIS KLETJIAN LUCKY STAR STUDS

ALEXIS KLETJIAN LUCKY STAR STUDS IN ROSE GOLD AND DIAMOND

ALEXIS KLETJIAN DIAMOND INITIAL CHARMS

Screen shot of the live streaming from the Jewelers of America Gem Awards

2016 Started off with a bang as a collection of my jewels attended the 14th Annual Jewelers of America Gem Awards on the beautiful Magen Pastor accompanied by my friend, Benjamin Smithee. Magen mastered the trend of mixing metals by wearing the Lucky Star Trio with two of my special order diamond eternity rings in the middle, for a scintillating one finger stack. I also adorned Magen's ears in the custom all-diamond version of Retiarii, which will be available to the public this Spring. 

Ben and Magen on the red carpet, giving an interview - WATCH IT BELOW!!!

Image taken from the Jewelers of America Instagram page.  A packed house of the industry's finest!

The stage at the Jewelers of America Gem Awards

Ben wears Hublot and Magen wears Alexis Kletjian Lucky Star Ring Trio with two custom AK Eternity Rings

Magen wearing Alexis Kletjian Lucky Star Trio with two custom AK Eternity Rings

Alexis Kletjian Lucky Star Rings and two custom AK Eternity Rings.  The all-diamond Retiarii earrings.

A very special thank you to Benjamin and Magen, I am honored that you chose to adorn yourself in my jewelry on this special evening where the jewelry industry comes together from all over the world, to celebrate one another! 

Our Style Lab series continues with a focus on iconic staples, with a slight militant twist.  The shirt dress is classic, returns season after season, and this time 'round it's all about the reinvention of olive - and I like it.  Watch this space for more olive in our upcoming Style Labs.

Military made a strong return to fashion this Fall and is a sublime pairing with the juxtaposition of gleaming gold. Let's break it down...


I love this dress, and I love the every season color it is.  A shirt dress is a no fail throw-it-on and look put together situation. (You don't even have to be tall, thank goodness) Heels, flats, boots, sandals - you name it, it all works with the shirtdress.

Last summer, I purchased a white shirtdress and I received many compliments on it.  I may have to add this particular one to my arsenal of workhorse dresses, it is so good.  I can imagine it in constant rotation in your wardrobe straight through Winter by adding tights, scarves, blazers and pops of Gray and/or Marsala.  Think pattern, fun accessories and pops of seasonal color.

Alexis Kletjian Custom Gold Bangles shown in varying widths

Dear Santa, I would like this cross body Gucci bag

I will admit, I am coveting this bag for myself.  It's a staple and I would use it year-round.  Someone send this link to my husband, pretty please.  I unintentionally took jewelry as a gift off the table with the creation of my own line.  Surely, he will need a gift for me at some point, right?  Although it is pricey, the good news is black and gold is so classic, you may swap out with any bag for a variety of budgets.  In particular, I am coveting the cross body styles so I can go hands free!

Alexis Kletjian Lucky Star Diamond Mini Shields in Yellow Gold

My gold Lucky Star mini shields, layered.  I love to wear a few at a time at different lengths.  Yours can be customized in your birthstone or gemstone of choice.  Collect them one at a time, or purchase in multiples for double the luck ;)



And a sleek black nail from Chanel, or your favorite cosmetic company, keeps it all en vogue and wraps up yet another STYLE LAB series!  I hope you enjoyed it, there are more to come.

My line, the line I am working towards launching this Spring (maybe even late March if the stars align and we move into our new house sooner than we think!) has consisted of many ups and downs, sourcing and quality control - of course.  You may not see what is so special right off-the-bat about my debut collection because it is built of everyday classics with a few new twists, but once you see and feel our jewelry in person, you and your heart will know the difference.  

Diamond Color Scale.  Alexis Kletjian jewelry uses colorless diamonds unless specified as Fancy or Antique

Last Fall, I enrolled and completed a 20 chapter diamond grading course with GIA after a dealer was dishonest and refused to stand by the misrepresentation of their goods.  I know this forum is not the place for a rant and I intently focus on positivity, but now that will never happen to me again and therefore it will not happen to you.  

I am occasionally asked by jewelry professionals and I can't believe this even comes out of their mouth :


My commitment to quality and my promise to you is not about price.  Price is always the deciding factor for a client, we cannot be ignorant or insensitive, but if you are looking for an heirloom with integrity - a stable piece with longevity - then quality is the only way to go.  Great goods do not come cheap, you will pay somewhere down the line for sacrifices in quality.  That is a guarantee.

Just so you know, the same jewelers with those questions either came back around and wanted a piece for themselves (which is the highest compliment) or gave me praise for standing by my commitment to quality.  Although, I never really felt like there was another option.  

Ruby Lips by Katson

I'm wearing this unbelievable 10 carat diamond ring next to my own antique ring

Ruby Lips by Katson