MARIJA IVA Set to Showcase Exquisite Fine Jewelry Collections at Gem Genève
New York City-based jewelry designer Marija Iva Djordjevic is set to exhibit her elegant and timeless fine jewelry creations at the international gem and jewelry show, Gem Genève, from May 11 to 14, 2023 in Geneva. The event will take place at the Palexpo convention center, with Marija’s booth located in the Village De Designers at booth number VD-03.
Marija Iva Djordjevic: An Artistic Journey
Born in Belgrade, Djordjevic’s journey in the world of arts and culture led her to study in Paris and eventually to Geneva, where she worked as a senior jewelry designer for Piaget for twelve years. With a wealth of experience and a desire to explore new horizons, Djordjevic moved to New York City and launched her eponymous brand, MARIJA IVA jewelry, fulfilling her lifelong dream of designing her own jewelry collection. Her designs are influenced by her continental heritage and the vibrant energy of New York City.
The MARIJA IVA Vision: Timeless Beauty for Modern Women
Marija Iva Djordjevic, Founder and Designer, says, “We all strive to incorporate beauty and deeper meaning into our everyday lives, and that is what I ultimately hope to achieve with MARIJA IVA jewelry. I design for modern women who appreciate nuanced, understated, and timeless jewelry of the highest quality that can be worn with confidence every single day.”
Unveiling Unique Jewelry Collections at Gem Genève
MARIJA IVA jewelry features four distinct collections: DIVINE, EDEN, ÉTERNEL, and NEW YORK. These collections draw inspiration from a variety of sources, including ancient mythology, the cosmos, religious emblems, natural wonders, modern culture, and Djordjevic’s personal experiences. The designer’s unwavering creativity ensures that her jewelry offerings will continue to evolve over time.
The Design Process: From Inspiration to Reality
MARIJA IVA’s designs capture the essence of the world around the designer, from the bustling streets of New York City to museum masterpieces and a lifetime of travel experiences. The collection ranges from minimalist classics like gemstone eternity bands to pendants, bracelets, and earrings featuring snakes, stars, and crosses – familiar shapes distilled to their purest form.
Djordjevic personally designs each piece, beginning with pencil sketches to refine her ideas before completing a scale rendering using gouache technique. As a trained bench jeweler, she collaborates closely with French jewelry partners to handcraft each MARIJA IVA piece according to her precise direction and strict quality standards. A single piece can take up to six months to create, from conception to final polish.
MARIJA IVA: Crafting a Legacy of Enduring Beauty
With MARIJA IVA, Djordjevic aims to establish a meaningful body of work that resonates with her patrons and stands the test of time. She believes that “jewelry is a map of life” and that each piece carries the power and beauty of our most significant moments. By exhibiting her creations at Gem Genève, she hopes to connect directly with her audience and share her passion for timeless, elegant design.