Blog — inspiration

I dressed up as a witch for Halloween last fall and my favorite part of my costume was, of course, the jewelry. I blackened one of my Monolith Rings and a Lily Dome Ring to stack together for witchy vibes. Dark, moody, jewelry paired with a turtleneck and black pleated skirt (plus a witch's hat!) was all I need for a fun, easy costume. It turned out so good that I might just repeat it again this year.

My client and her fiancé both love the outdoors. They got engaged (with a unique, custom #christineoriginal engagement ring) while hiking at Big Bend National Park, and they plan on being married among the Redwoods (SO. ROMANTIC!). To celebrate their shared passion, I designed their wedding rings to reference both mountains and trees. Her double chevron wedding ring subtly alludes to the mountains, while his ring has a scenic treeline design. Lovely, right? If you're looking for a unique engagement ring, or you want to take gemstones you already have and make a special, new piece of jewelry for yourself,...

Recently, I collaborated with Philadelphia wedding photographer Kerasan R. LaMar, of Kerasan R. LaMar Photography. We've done several photo shoots together in Philadelphia, and he has a knack for coaxing authentic smiles out models for all of his portrait photography and head shots. For this photo shoot, I decided to use the more organic, handmade silver jewelry that I create for Navona Handmade. These accessories have texture, toughness, and a rustic feel that I love! Every year we make two collections of fun and fresh handmade goods that make perfect gifts. These shots include some of my current favorite stacking...

Now this is my kind of social distancing! Photo: Alexis Brooke PhotographyFlorals: Topiary219Jewelry: Christine Alaniz DesignsVenue: Appleford Estate  

Kadi and Ben recently showed me these luminous, sun-soaked shots of their wedding. I can't handle how gorgeous their dreamy photographs are! I created a fitted chevron wedding band in rose gold that perfectly complements Kadi's heirloom diamond engagement ring. Whether she's wearing her rose gold wedding ring together with her diamond engagement ring, or sporting it solo for a more casual, everyday look, it always looks fabulous. In need of custom jewelry for your upcoming wedding? Let's get started on designing your dream rings! Photography: Life and Art PhotographyFlorals: Bliss Wedding FloristMakeup: Michelle Knoebel BeautyDress: BHLDNTuxedo: The Black TuxEngagement...