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he jewelry of Brazilian designer, Carol Kauffmann, evokes a sense of joy, a zest for life and an embrace of the beauty of her surroundings. Passionate about contemporary art, history and modern technology, Carol originally worked in textiles before being trained as a goldsmith and jewelry designer. Her collections are bold in their use of both color and design and include celebratory silhouettes and symbols of luck and protection. Mindful of a modern style sensibility, many of Carol’s pieces are convertible, offering women multiple ways to express themselves through adornment.
Dramatic and expressive, Carol’s work is infused with the passion and vibrancy of her native country.

An avid traveler, Carol believes that creativity needs to be given space and perspective to flourish. Whether roaming through the streets of Venice, or venturing through the Amazonian rainforest, Carol prefers to immerse herself in the history and culture of her environment, uncovering its secrets and absorbing its customs and mores. Her creative process then becomes a conduit for conveying these experiences with exotic motifs and subtle nods to her influences.

Working in 18k yellow gold, Carol utilizes unexpected combinations of colored gemstones and diamonds throughout her body of work. Many of her pieces also include enhancements of nano-ceramic coated silver that can be removed or swapped out with other colors depending on the moods or whimsies of the wearer. This inventiveness and imaginative approach to design is consistent with the designer’s desire for collectors of her work to actively participate in how they interact with her jewelry and showcases her encouragement that they wear her jewelry well and often.

Dramatic and expressive, Carol’s work is infused with the passion and vibrancy of her native country. Her undeniably sophisticated pieces often include open work, allowing the human form to become part of the design. Designed for a contemporary jewelry enthusiast, the pieces are made for everyday wear, and their impeccable craftsmanship coupled with painstakingly selected materials results in a permanence to the pieces that make them instant heirlooms that can be lovingly passed down through generations.