The finalists for the second cycle of the Tiffany & Co. x CDFA Jewelry Designer Award are, from left to right, Christine Olowonira, K. Angelo Jones, Ivi Kyratzi, Aaron Mak, and Haley Kim. (Image Credit: Andrew Day Studio)
New York—Tiffany & Co. and the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) have announced the five finalists for the second cycle of the Tiffany & Co. x CFDA Jewelry Designer Award.
They are: Christine Olowonira, K. Angelo Jones, Ivi Kyratzi, Aaron Mak, and Haley Kim.
To select the winner, the finalists will participate in a design challenge inspired by Tiffany & Co.’s iconic creations, bringing their individual creative perspective to the storied jeweler’s legacy of extraordinary artistry.
The program includes mentorship and an immersive learning experience with Tiffany & Co.’s Design team to offer emerging talent the opportunity to deepen their craft and advance their creative practice, said Tiffany & Co.
The winner of the award, which will be announced at an awards ceremony in spring 2027, will receive a $50,000 grant and a one-year fellowship on the Tiffany & Co. Design team.
Meet the five finalists for the second cycle of the Tiffany & Co. x CFDA Jewelry Designer Award.
Christine Olowonira
Christine Olowonira of Cocoerow (Image Credit: Andrew Day Studio)
Christine Olowonira is the founder of Cocoerow. She is a first-generation Nigerian-American designer whose work brings together cultural heritage and contemporary fine jewelry.
Olowonira has held roles at Valentino, Celine, and Oscar de la Renta.
K. Angelo Jones
K. Angelo Jones of KRSN Studio (Image Credit: Andrew Day Studio)
K. Angelo Jones is a Barbadian-born designer who founded KRSN Studio.
With a background in architecture, his work takes an experimental approach to jewelry, materials, and form.
He also brings experience in jewelry design and product development.
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Ivi Kyratzi
Ivi Kyratzi of IVI Los Angeles (Image Credit: Andrew Day Studio)
Ivi Kyratzi is the Cyprus-born founder and creative director of IVI Los Angeles.
She is known for modern interpretations of heirloom jewelry that challenge traditional design conventions.
Her collections have been carried by retailers including Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Moda Operandi.
Aaron Mak
Aaron Mak (Image Credit: Andrew Day Studio)
Aaron Mak is a Parsons-trained designer who has a strong fashion background, having worked with Gabriela Hearst, Khaite, and Thom Browne.
His designs explore identity, craftsmanship, and the relationship between jewelry and objects.
Haley Kim
Haley Kim (Image Credit: Andrew Day Studio)
Haley Kim is a jewelry designer who currently serves as a CAD designer at Eliantte.
She combines traditional craft with CAD technology to explore unconventional forms, intricate lattice structures, and organic geometries.
