Kirk Kara Celebrates 135 Years With New Jewels
To mark the milestone, the brand is introducing new non-bridal fine jewelry designs for the first time in two decades.

The California-based jewelry brand, best known for its engagement rings and wedding bands, is introducing new non-bridal fine jewelry designs for the first time in 20 years.
For the last two decades, the company has been exclusively focused on bridal, said CEO Angela Karaguezian.
Her father, Kirk Karaguezian, previously had created a lot of non-bridal fine jewelry, but when Angela joined the family business, the company made a strategic shift toward branded bridal, a rapidly growing segment at that time, she said.
“Now, with shifts in the bridal industry and evolving consumer preferences, we’re excited to expand beyond bridal again and offer more fine jewelry pieces for our collectors who’ve been asking for it,” she said.
Unveiled at the recent JCK Las Vegas show, the new fine jewelry designs have been added into existing bridal collections, including “Stella,” “Charlotte,” “Pirouetta,” “Angelique,” and “Lori.”
The pieces are meant to complement the engagement rings and wedding bands, featuring the same signature elements, like hand-engraved details and milgrain edges.
The baguette stones in select designs make for clean, architectural lines, said the company, balancing romance with modern design elements.
SEE: Kirk Kara’s New Fine Jewelry Designs
“This collection is more than a milestone—it’s a reflection of who we are: artisans of emotion, creators of beauty, and storytellers of heritage. Every detail speaks to our deep-rooted passion for fine jewelry design,” said Angela Karaguezian.
There are more than 50 new designs, taking inspiration from a variety of sources, including nature, vintage motifs, Art Deco architecture, and sleek geometric forms.
“The result is a harmonious blend of romantic charm and refined sophistication—true to Kirk Kara’s distinct aesthetic and a seamless extension of its iconic collections,” said the company.
The handcrafted jewelry was designed with gifting and those who buy jewelry for themselves in mind.
Crafted in 14-karat gold, prices start at $1,990. Select pieces are available with either natural or lab-grown diamonds.
Founded in 1890, Kirk Kara is a family-owned and woman-led brand, now in its fourth generation.
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