Daniel Koren
double pear shape diamond pavé pendant (18k white gold, 2.74ct) from the prêt-à-porter collection
Daniel Koren is a third generation jeweler of Persian and Italian descent. He launched Daniel K in 1999, after recognizing a need for high-quality women's jewelry that was suitable for everyday wear. However, his interest in design began much earlier in his young life.
He explains, "I grew up with Italian ideas of style and understanding the importance of good, classic tailoring and clean lines. I believe there is a right way and a wrong way to do things, and it shows in my work."
Daniel's creativity naturally seemed to find expression in jewelry, not least because of his continuous exposure to the inner workings of his father's diamond business.
From the age of eight, Daniel would spend his weekends going to work with his father, occupying himself with everything from sweeping the floors and sorting stones to making jewelry for friends.
As time went on, he fine tuned his own design skills, acquired a technical understanding of jewelry making, and learned how to run a business, before venturing out on his own.
Daniel Koren launched the Daniel K brand in 1999, with a range of bridal and classic rings, together with necklaces and bracelets, all featuring Asscher and emerald cuts.
In a short space of time, Daniel became known as a leading authority on design and manufacturing, despite being one of the youngest jewelry designers working in the US diamond industry.
In early 2003, Daniel K launched its first fashion pieces, a stunning collection of innovative and awe inspiring right hand rings.
This year also saw the launch of the whimsical and gorgeous Reverso collection, in which every piece can be worn two different ways.
Daniel has been recognized in the jewelry industry with numerous design awards, and in 2005, received the prestigious title of "Designer of the Year" by JQ Magazine.
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