Her eponymous brand, Darius, evokes an old world charm through its soft, satin finishes and use of vintage diamond cuts. Her signature finish is created by employing a historical Iranian fabrication process of carving the designs in 18k gold and then dipping the pieces in pure, 24k gold. In combination with her distinctive use of ancient symbolism, the resulting body of work is modern and futuristic while also paying homage to her heritage.

As a transgender woman, Darius feels deeply connected to the transformational process of jewelry making and her collection celebrates the sisterhood that exists among trans women, allowing collectors of her work a glimpse into its magical reality. “Transness is both enduring and eternal, and many ancient cultures regard transgender individuals as sacred, holding places of power in society through their ability to tap into a vastness of archetypal cosmic energies,” Khonsary explains. “Transformation as a process is associated with divinity, thinning the barrier between physical and spiritual worlds. These pieces, which speak to both ancient past and deep future, open up the possibility of collapsing the expanse of time.”

Darius’s jewelry is neither gendered nor “unisex,” but is created to appeal to anyone who responds to the work. From her intricately crafted Sisters or Snake Charmer ear pendants, to double stone rings, zodiac charms and signature chains studded with diamonds or precious gemstones, her work has a broad appeal to suit a range of style sensibilities. The intention and sincerity she applies to her creative process is evident in the pace of the evolution of this young brand, which continues to expand with pieces that serve as a focal point for communication with the universe.