Founded in 2008 by Florida-born sisters Danielle and Jodie, DANNIJO creates statement jewelry alongside boldly colored silk slips and resort-leisure clothing. The sisters began by making jewelry with their cardiologist father’s medical tools, and the brand’s first 2007 debut was a fundraiser for a health clinic in Lwala, Kenya. Philanthropy remains part of DANNIJO’s identity, including collections that have supported causes such as the Mamba and Mambacita Foundation.
Lizzie FortunatoFounded in New York City in 2008 by twin sisters Lizzie and Kathryn Fortunato, Lizzie Fortunato creates hand-crafted statement jewelry and accessories designed to tell a story. A 14-person Soho studio designs and assembles many styles locally, working with a network of New York makers and a small team of home-based jewelry assemblers. Inspired by travel, fine art, and architecture, the company produces in limited quantities and treats its creations as art objects as well as pieces to wear.NEW YORK, NY
Bonitas InternationalBonitas International grew from pediatric nurse Lisa Harrington’s beaded hospital ID necklace into a fashion-accessories company that designs, sources, and distributes functional jewelry and other products for on-the-go customers. Founded by Harrington and Kimberly Martinez, the women-owned business says it created the functional jewelry category and surpassed $1 million in sales during its third year. Based in Newbury, Ohio, Bonitas has appeared on the Inc. 5000 list five times and emphasizes recycled materials, packaging reduction, and responsible supplier practices.NEWBURY, OH
Personal FearsFounded by married creative partners Tosh and Carmen, Personal Fears designs and hand-assembles jewelry and clothing from its Lower East Side studio in New York City. Born in Southern California and raised in New York, the family-run brand gives its stainless steel and sterling silver pieces a hard-wearing visual language drawn from street, punk, goth and internet cultures. Its jewelry is designed for constant wear, with waterproof, tarnish-resistant materials and a lifetime guarantee.FRNT A, NY
NicMarie DesignNicole Marie Kosh founded NicMarie Design in 2019 after developing small self-care practices during her own healing journey. The West Chester-area maker is known for handmade work rooted in her multimedia-art background, including aromatherapy jewelry and gentle skincare for sensitive skin. Sales support survivors of sexual trauma and abuse.EXTON, PA