ABOUT

Imperfect Grace is inspired by my European roots and love for modern style and design. My childhood memories of growing up in Ukraine were not of fashion, but vividly remembering thick diamond cut rope and curb chains, rich gemstone palettes and pieces that were passed on from generation to generation.

Heirloom jewelry plays a very important role in Ukrainian culture. The foundation of the collection blends classic elements with feminine sophistication to be worn throughout a lifetime. The opulent gold luster texture, meticulously applied by hand represents my long love affair with gold and ties to my heritage. The vivid gemstones used throughout the collection are uniquely inspired by Vyshyvanka, traditional and bold patters of Ukrainian embroidery.

My vision is to create jewelry for the modern-day woman - to wear everyday, to be able to mix and match looks, to pass down to her children and to simply embrace her inner strength and beauty.

IMPERFECT GRACE

I will always remember the women in Paris who left an unforgettable impression on me. I was inspired watching them carry themselves unapologetically with confidence, exactly as they were. I wanted to find a way to evoke their effortlessness through the jewelry I design.

When I saw the words “imperfect” and “grace” together on the pages of my Vogue magazine, it was the exact juxtaposition that I wanted for a name of my brand.

“To me, beauty is about confidence and feeling comfortable in your own skin”

Imperfect Grace is exactly what I want to call forth with my jewelry, because it’s the beauty we all possess. Let’s own it.

Welcome to Imperfect Grace!

xx
Krista

THE BRAND

Imperfect Grace is the jewelry brand of and for the modern classic. Pieces that are both bold and timeless, designed for you, because we know:

You take jewelry seriously
You want pieces that are versatile and effortless, but with enough personality to look distinctly you
You wear a thousand hats and need your jewelry to transition between them as easily as you do
You have moved on beyond the gold plated phase of your jewelry box and look for pieces you’ll keep for the long haul
You want to reward yourself for everything you’ve done, made, and become

You refuse to be defined by rules, age, or unattainable perfection

THE ARTIST

Remember that first shiny thing that began your love affair with jewelry? It might have been silly or small, but it meant everything to you because it was a piece of treasure, and it was all yours.

Mine was a gift from St. Nicholas — a pearl in the center, turquoise stones, I was 10 years old and I was completely mesmerized. This wasn’t just a ring, it was my talisman. It was a symbol of my home and my family, my protection from everything because it could never be wrong.

It gave me superpowers.

I had no trouble finding that power in my jewelry, but it took years to find it in myself. Years of trying to be perfect, trying to be liked by everybody, trying to fit in without asking what “fitting in” really meant. (Any of this sounding familiar?) Until, in one of those moments of radical clarity that only comes with adulthood, I realized that perfection isn’t just unattainable, it’s so. damn. boring! Our imperfections make us adaptable and empathetic and unique and beautiful. They are our superpowers. And our jewelry should remind us of all the ways we’re superheroes.

We don’t spend our days in one role or one outfit or one task. We need pieces that can make us feel like queens even when we barely have time to brush our teeth. That can remind us we’re leaders even when we have to make tough compromises and big decisions. Jewelry that rewards us for our boldness and strength and never apologizes for confidence. So here’s to our imperfections, our talismans, and our superpowers.

THE PROCESS

I’m fortunate to work with a talented team of artisans in New York City who specialize in all aspects of fabrication and production, and who turn my sketches into fine jewelry made with the highest quality craftsmanship. To me, quality is of utmost importance and I personally inspect every piece before it goes to its new owner.

I draw inspiration from my Ukrainian roots and the artistry of traditional Ukrainian cross-stitch. You’ll see these patterns and motifs throughout my work, speaking to the connection of community and the adaptability and resilience of women at the center of it all.

Inspired by tradition but built for a new era.

THE NAME

The Imperfect Grace name came to me, as all great things do, in a moment of inspiration via Paris and the women there who left an unforgettable impression on me. I wanted to find a way to evoke their impossible effortlessness, carrying themselves unapologetically and with confidence, exactly as they are. When I saw the words “imperfect” and “grace” together on the pages of my Vogue magazine, it was the exact juxtaposition I was looking for.

Imperfect Grace is exactly what I want to call forth with my jewelry, because it’s the beauty we all already have. Let’s own it.

I had no trouble finding that power in my jewelry, but it took years to find it in myself. Years of trying to be perfect, trying to be liked by everybody, trying to fit in without asking what “fitting in” really meant. (Any of this sounding familiar?) Until, in one of those moments of radical clarity that only comes with adulthood, I realized that perfection isn’t just unattainable, it’s so. damn. boring! Our imperfections make us adaptable and empathetic and unique and beautiful. They are our superpowers. And our jewelry should remind us of all the ways we’re superheroes.

We don’t spend our days in one role or one outfit or one task. We need pieces that can make us feel like queens even when we barely have time to brush our teeth. That can remind us we’re leaders when we have to make tough compromises and big decisions. Jewelry that rewards us for our boldness and strength and never apologizes for confidence. So here’s to our imperfections, our talismans, and our superpowers.

THE PROCESS

I am fortunate to work with a talented team of artisans in New York City who specialize in all aspects of fabrication and production, and who turn my sketches into fine jewelry made with the highest quality craftsmanship. Knowing how important quality is to you, I personally inspect every piece before it goes to its new owner.

I draw inspiration from my Ukrainian roots and the artistry of traditional Ukrainian cross-stitch. You’ll see these patterns and motifs throughout my work, which I've "embroidered" with diamonds, rubies, sapphires and tsavorites.

Inspired by tradition but built for a new era.

THE NAME

The Imperfect Grace name came to me in a moment of inspiration via Paris and the women there who left an unforgettable impression on me. I wanted to find a way to evoke their impossible effortlessness, carrying themselves unapologetically and with confidence, exactly as they are. When I saw the words “imperfect” and “grace” together on the pages of my Vogue magazine, it was the exact juxtaposition I was looking for.

Imperfect Grace is exactly what I want to call forth with my jewelry, because it’s the beauty we all already have. Let’s own it.

ABOUT ME

My family migrated from Ukraine at the age of 14, which as you can imagine was a life-altering experience, the few pieces that I brought with me became my talismans, they gave me strength and made me feel protected. This made me realize how powerful jewelry can be and designing it has really strengthened my connection to it.

After receiving my business degree and starting a career in the corporate world, I enrolled at the Center for Creative Studies in Detroit and took a series of metalsmithing classes in order to understand the foundation of jewelry making. For years I was intrigued by the process of turning metal into beautiful pieces of adornment and found the courses to be very fulfilling.

I have always found myself drawn to fine jewelry that is both delicate and bold and had a difficult time finding pieces that fit my aesthetic. My constant search combined with my knowledge of jewelry making drove me to create Imperfect Grace.

MY INSPIRATION

Imperfect Grace jewelry is inspired by my connection with my European roots and love for modern design.

In my first collection, TRADITION, I drew inspiration from the artistry of traditional Ukrainian cross-stitch. These patterns and motifs are apparent throughout my designs, as precious and semi-precious gems have the look of being embroidered with gold.

MUSE, my second collection, was inspired by elements of jewelry I grew up with and the confident, strong women who wore them. It started with my signature signet ring, which I designed when my daughter was born. It became a symbolic piece of jewelry for me and served as a reminder to take care of myself every once in a while. I think this is an important and necessary reminder for many first-time moms. The masculinity of the signet ring combined with a beautiful gold texture quickly became one of my favorite pieces of jewelry and a concept I wanted to explore further. Each piece in this collection blends classic curves with feminine, yet edgy design elements. The luster texture is meticulously applied by hand and truly emphasizes my long love affair with gold.

I am fortunate to work with a talented team of artisans in New York City who specialize in all aspects of fabrication and production. They skillfully turn my sketches into fine jewelry made with the highest quality craftsmanship.

IMPERFECT GRACE

I will always remember the women in Paris who left an unforgettable impression on me. I was inspired when I watched as they carried themselves unapologetically with confidence, exactly as they were. I wanted to find a way to evoke their impossible effortlessness through the jewelry I design. When I saw the words “imperfect” and “grace” together on the pages of my Vogue magazine, it was the exact juxtaposition that I wanted for a name.

“To me, beauty is about confidence and feeling comfortable in your own skin”

Imperfect Grace is exactly what I want to call forth with my jewelry, because it’s the beauty we all possess. Let’s own it.

BECOME AN IMPERFECT GRACE INSIDER