Melissa Joy Manning began her highly coveted and eponymous line in 1997
after seeing one of her designs on a t.v sitcom.
Manning had studied traditional silversmithing in Mexico, design in Barcelona, art history in
San Diego, and jewelry design and sculpture in San Francisco.
A bay area native, Manning took her extensive background in the arts and applied it to her true passion, creating beautiful, heirloom style pieces that combine the traditional with the modern.
Her aesthetic crosses many genres, and her inspirations from traveling, art, and different cultures shine through in her designs. They range from simple and delicate 14k gold and mixed metal chains to large statement pieces featuring raw cut crystals and stones.
Manning lets her materials speak for themselves, allowing the gems or metals to become the focal point in order to show their natural beauty.
Melisa believes her pieces speak to the
individual rather than the masses. Each piece is special and unique
becoming "not an accessory, but an expression", as Manning says of her
work.
Mannings materials also come from social and environmentally sustainable vendors
and are handmade to order in her Berkeley based studio.
We
love Mannings attention to natural beauty, as well as her range of
style and choice. Each piece is truly unique, and we love how her
pieces stand out when worn alone, and the bold statement they create
when layered together.
Stop by
McMullen to shop the Melissa Joy Manning collection and find the
perfect Mother's Day gift, or a pretty treat for yourself.
See limited styles online at
or call
510.659.6906
for more information on Melissa Joy Manning.
xo
McMullen
