Handcrafting EXCEPTIONAL FINE JEWELLERY
Along with her ready to wear collection, Monika specialises in bespoke design and heirloom remodelling. We understand that the creation of such treasures is about more than just their beauty, but also their sentiment, wearability and longevity. Favouring time honoured techniques such as hand rendered design and hand craftsmanship, it is this ‘slow’ approach to her work to which Monika attributes the high quality and intricacy of her designs.
“I aspire to create jewels that are loved for lifetimes. Treasures which become heirlooms, telling stories of each generation as they are passed on to the next.”
About MONIKA RUGGERINO
Continuing a four generation long history in the fine jewellery industry, Monika’s love for jewels begun in early childhood, raised in a home filled with passionate discussions on the topic. Her father a Master Goldsmith, and mother a Gemmologist, Diamond Grader and Valuer, instilled within her an appreciation for great design, handcrafted beauty and exquisite gems.
After completing her formal studies, Monika reaffirmed her future in the industry holding senior positions with Tiffany & Co., Bulgari and Ole Lynngarrd Copenhagen, before launching her eponymous brand in early 2020. This collective knowledge and exposure to great design has been a strong influence in her own work, and well equips Monika to create jewels uniquely suited to her clients needs, style and personality - the true essence of Bespoke.
Family has always been synonymous with jewellery for Monika, and this tradition continues today as she shares her time between passionately creating, and raising her two young children.
EDUCATION and QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Design Arts, Gold & Silversmithing Major.
Australian National University. Canberra, Australia.
Certificate of Diamond Grading.
Gemological Association of Australia. Sydney, Australia.
Certificate of Jewellery Design Drafting.
Gemological Association of Australia. Sydney, Australia.
Diploma of Gemmology.
Gemological Association of Australia. Sydney, Australia.
Certificate of High Jewellery Fundamentals.
Bulgari Mason. Rome, Italy.
Master of Business Administration.
Macquarie University. Sydney, Australia.
