Photo: Courtesy of Reza
Creative Mind: Olivier Reza
Propelling his father's historic high jewelry house into the future, Reza creates dazzling, art-inspired pieces using the most exceptional rare gemstones
Olivier Reza. Photo: Courtesy of Reza
Olivier Reza is on a mission to breathe new life into the jewelry house his father, Alexandre, founded in Paris in the 1950s. Officially taking the reins of the family business in 2020, the former investment banker relocated the headquarters of Reza to New York, propelling it forward with his avant-garde designs that are filled with movement and personality.
“Our brand’s future is rooted in our history of sourcing the finest gemstones and taking creative risks,” says Reza. “We aim to uphold these principles while consistently delivering new and innovative artistic expressions that transcend occasions.” His latest initiative is launching a digital-first experience for his clients, considered a game changer in the world of high jewelry.
Swirl ring. Photo: Courtesy of REZA
“I’m drawn to shapes, abstraction, and asymmetry, finding harmony in chaos and bringing unrelated concepts into a cohesive composition”
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Spirale earrings. Photo: Courtesy of Reza
Arts and craft: “My inspiration spans nature, art, fashion, industrial design, and architecture,” says Reza, a passionate collector who has amassed an impressive trove of works by Antony Gormley, Gerhard Richter, Tracey Emin, the Haas Brothers, Chloe Wise, and more. “I’m drawn to shapes, abstraction, and asymmetry, finding harmony in chaos and bringing unrelated concepts into a cohesive composition. I love exploring new ideas and reinventing everything.”
Dew necklace. Photo: Courtesy of Reza
A version of this article first appeared in print in our 2024 Spring Issue under the headline “Creative Minds.” Subscribe to the magazine.
Photo: Courtesy of Reza
