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ounded in Chicago in 2017 by Krista Trpkovski, fine jewelry brand Imperfect Grace evokes a sense of both sophistication and joie de vivre. The pieces are fun, wearable and chic while also conveying Krista’s desire to encapsulate a range of emotion and human experience into her work. Of Ukrainian descent, Krista has vivid, childhood memories of thick diamond cut rope and curb chains. Her love affair with gold is illustrated in her exuberant use of the metal, and is strengthened by the significance fine jewelry holds in Ukrainian culture; it is symbolic of family and heritage and is passed down from generation to generation. Fueled by this intention, she creates jewelry that evokes meaningful moments in time in pieces that are made to last a lifetime.
The pieces are fun, wearable and chic while also conveying Krista’s desire to encapsulate a range of emotion and human experience into her work.
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Working in 14k gold, Krista’s work is defined by a signature textured luster, which is meticulously applied by hand. The proprietary finish results in a depth and warmth to the pieces, and further distinguishes the uniqueness of the collections. With vivid pops of color inspired by Vyshyvanka, traditional Ukrainian embroidery, Krista’s work also pays homage to the women she envisions wearing her pieces; independent, contemporary women who lead full and active lives, who aren’t defined by the many roles they play but by the essence of who they are.
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Krista’s brand continues to evolve in tandem with her life experiences. A busy mom herself, she expresses her personal style and command through her jewelry, appreciating the ongoing phases of her life that continue to form her worldview and epitomizing them through her creative output. Citing the effortless chic and savoir faire of Parisian women as a vivid influence on her designs, her work embodies a spirit of self-awareness and self-assuredness, stating, “To me, beauty is about confidence and feeling comfortable in your own skin.”
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With several striking, ever expanding collections, Imperfect Grace offers a range of scales and silhouettes. Elegantly chic, subtle details elevate these fundamental designs and give them a decidedly modern feel. Imaginatively set gemstones, and fresh interpretations of classics such as dog tags, circle pendants and thick, gold bands, give an originality to her work that is enhanced by the brand’s distinctive gold finish.
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Image courtesy of Imperfect Grace
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Image courtesy of Imperfect Grace
Image courtesy of Imperfect Grace
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