Growing up between New York, Paris, and São Paulo, Yael Sonia was exposed to art and gems, as well as visually rich and multicultural environments, from an early age. After graduating from Parsons School of Design, she began creating her own handmade, sculptural designs.
In 1998, while living in São Paulo, Yael established her eponymous brand. Two years later she created what was to become her most recognizable collection: Perpetual Motion, so named because of the constant, rolling movement of perfectly round gemstones suspended in sleek cages of gold. The design, inspired by the playful magic of toys, was also what marked her transition from purely artistic expression to wearable fine jewelry.
Since then, her designs have won multiple awards and been worn by celebrities, but they are still brought to life by the handiwork of stonecutters and goldsmiths, using the beauty of Brazilian gemstones. Each collection maintains a sense of play, a contemporary energy, and clean-lined beauty. In her 20th anniversary year, she continues to celebrate kinetic design and pieces that complement the strength and beauty of the women who wear them.
Product Categories
- Colored Gemstone Jewelry
- Diamond Jewelry
- Men's Jewelry
- Pearls