dossier | "Why Men's Jewelry?"

I never really set out to design men’s jewelry. For years, my focus has been on creating meaningful, wearable pieces for women—jewelry that tells a story, carries sentiment, and fits seamlessly into someone’s life. But sometimes, inspiration finds you in unexpected ways.

It all started when my neighbor reached out, asking if I could create a custom bracelet for her husband’s 25th wedding anniversary. I don’t typically take on fully custom projects, but at the time, I had just lost my dad. Grief has a way of shifting your perspective, and I found myself wanting to make something outside of my usual work.

I designed the bracelet, and when she gifted it to her husband, he loved it. Then, I posted a quick Reel on Instagram showing the making process, and my best friend saw it. She immediately asked if I could create one for her brother’s 40th birthday. From there, word spread, and before I knew it, I had made several more pieces—all from people who had seen or heard about that first bracelet.

This organic, unexpected demand got me thinking: men’s jewelry is often tied to very specific aesthetics—rugged, edgy, sporty, music-inspired. But what about something simple and refined? Something that still carries meaning without being tied to a particular theme or identity?

That’s when I realized there was a space for men’s jewelry within Christina Kober Designs.

When I design any piece, I always consider not just how it looks but how it feels—both physically and emotionally. If something is too heavy, too fussy, or doesn’t sit right on the wrist, it doesn’t fit within my style. I also think about what a piece means to the person wearing it. Is it a gift marking a milestone? A quiet reminder of someone they love? A small but meaningful detail in their everyday life?

This attention to thoughtful design is the heart of my work, and it’s just as important in men’s jewelry as it is in everything else I create.

So while this new chapter wasn’t planned, it feels like a natural extension of what I’ve always done—designing jewelry that isn’t just worn but felt.