Introduction

For over ten years, Fiona Ip has been a designer of sophisticated, elegant, and beautiful handcrafted jewelry in the international city of San Francisco. Working under jewelry designer Alana Leigh, Fiona’s pieces have been featured at Neiman Marcus for many years. As of January 2005, she has ventured out on her own and is proud to present to you her unique collection of finely handcrafted necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. We welcome you to learn more about Fiona’s philosophy behind her unique works of art.

Motivation and Aspiration

Designing jewelry has always been a significant and passionate part of Fiona’s life – it is why she has always personally made her pieces, whether it has been for a friend, a colleague, or a beloved family member.

I wanted to give them something that was unique and an expression of my artistic abilities, but more importantly, to show them how much they meant to me. When I see my loved ones wear my creations, I am profoundly touched that they chose to enhance their overall appearance with my jewelry. One of the proudest moments in my life was when my best friend wore my pieces for her wedding day, as captured in the photo on my business card. Already an exquisite bride, she looked even more stunning and elegant with my specially-made pieces; it was immensely joyful and satisfying for me to help her look her very best. - Fiona Ip

Fiona aspires to create more pieces that are suitable not only for special occasions, but for everyday wear as well. In her opinion, a piece of finely handcrafted jewelry adds that certain element of personal touch and style; it is what separates the ordinary from the extraordinary. The lustrous quality and vibrancy of the gems and metals that Fiona uses reflect the sweetness and joy that she hopes individuals will feel when they wear her pieces.

Artistic Style

Fiona explores colors and textures of different gems and materials to create unique pieces which stand well on their own, but also look great when mixed and matched with her other pieces. She constantly keeps this principle in mind in the process of creating her jewelry. She invites you to express your own true style by experimenting with a single piece by itself, or with a variety of combinations together.

Personally sourcing and picking out the highest quality gemstones, pearls, and other materials from around the world, Fiona’s personal selection of all materials guarantees the quality of her timeless creations.

I hope that by wearing my jewelry you feel the same sense of pride and joy that I feel in my creations. Enjoy my pieces, wear my pieces, feel extraordinary and unique in my pieces – don’t keep them boxed up for safekeeping! Let the sparkle and shine of my jewelry add great pleasure and joy to your life.
- Fiona Ip