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The designer behind Inner Expressions, Carol Offman, has been designing and manufacturing colored gemstone and diamond jewelry for over 23 years. Driven by her spiritual practice, Carol is committed to helping women express themselves and their individual style. We’re pleased to welcome Carol to our upcoming Summer Show, and we can’t wait to try on her jewelry in person in a couple of weeks! We caught up with Carol to find out a little bit about her design process, and we realized that she has a very relatable (non-jewelry!) weakness.
JA New York–What inspires your designs?
Carol Offman: My inspiration for my designs come from a variety of interests namely my spiritual practice, music, the Mediterranean and color…I also consider how I would accessorize my interpretation of a confident and sexy woman who enjoys versatility and unique style without breaking her bank.
JA New York–Walk us through your design process…
CO: It all starts with a meditation and visualization. I then go on a search for color and material. I might do some research and collaborating with friends. There is always some research in terms of trending styles. And then creation begins.
JA New York–If you weren’t a jewelry designer, what would you be?
CO: I would be a full time yoga teacher focusing on teaching yoga to people with health issues.
JA New York: Facebook or Instagram?
CO: Facebook but Instagram is a very close second.
JA New York: If you had a superpower, what would it be?
CO: The ability to cure humanity of all illness.
JA New York: What is your biggest (non-jewelry) weakness?
CO: I over analyze… (but that quality is what makes me good in this business)
JA New York: What is currently on your desk?
CO: Affirmation/Vision board, work envelopes, think/sketch pad, journal, computer, finding and casting books, spiritual books – one of my favorites – “Outpouring Of The Soul” by Rabbi Nachman.
The JA New York Summer 2016 Event is taking place July 24-16 at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City. Register here to attend!