Diane Kordas

Diane Kordas is one of the world’s premier jewellery designers, having created some of the most innovative, distinct and delicate pieces of fine jewellery. Founder of Diane Kordas Jewellery, Diane works with materials that aren’t often used by other designers to create intricate jewellery – setting her apart from her contemporaries. These include leather, technicoloured titanium, coloured diamonds, a variety of gemstones and even woven threads. Having built a solid fanbase for her art, Diane is now available to hire a speaker for events related to innovation, business and being a successful businesswoman.

Educated at a globally renowned art and design school – Parsons School of Design, Diane decided to turn her hobby into a professional venture. Having launched Diane Kordas Jewellery in 2009, her designs started garnering interest from retailers such as Net-a-Porter and Dover Street Market. Blending modern aesthetics with traditional craftsmanship, Diane’s designs have become a worldwide sensation, now sold in Europe, the USA, Middle East, and Asia. Moreover, notable celebrities such as Madonna, Scarlett Johansson and Gwenyth Paltrow to name a few, have been seen adorning Diane's designs.

Veering into the lifestyle space, Diane has designed varied products such as blankets, matchboxes and boxing gloves. Her cool bride, animal kingdom, pop art, mosaic and evil eye collections have been acclaimed by some of the leading publications over her career. Featured in The New York Times, Elle Magazine, Vanity Fair, Marie Claire, Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, with glowing reviews about her exquisite work, Diane is one of the most celebrated designers of current times. Pop icon Taylor Swift wore her designs to the 2022 MTV Europe Music Awards as well.

Of the belief that the best jewellery is that which is timeless, Diane’s designs possess an effortless charm that today’s women are looking for. Subtle, beautiful and innovative, Diane’s skills as a craftsman are undeniable. Her rise to success is both aspirational and inspirational to anyone who hears her recount her journey to where she is today. A sought-after designer, Diane is now also a sought-after keynote speaker who is able to share valuable information on business, female entrepreneurship and innovation.