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Moritz Glik
Image of designer Moritz Glik wearing a white cashmere sweater, a long necklace with a globe pendant, and reading glasses
Born
Moritz Flávio Moreira Glik

Belo Horizonte, Brazil
NationalityBrazilian
Alma materPontifical Catholic University of Minas Gerais
OccupationJewellery designer
Websitemoritzglik.com

Moritz Glik (born August 8, 1962) is a Brazilian naturalized American jewelry designer known as the creator of the Kaleidoscope Shakers™.

Early life and education

Moritz Glik was born in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, and developed an early fascination with craftsmanship and handmade objects primarily through his mom, who was a seamstress and taught him how to cut and sew fabric at an early age. His passion for creativity led him to pursue formal training at Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais (PUC-MG) where he received a BA in Advertising and Marketing.

Career

During his college years, Moritz started handcrafting sandals for himself, which soon became a real business. His first company, named Glik Calçados, designed and manufactured women's shoes, sandals, and sneakers for the Brazilian market. In 1991 he moved to New York[1] to broaden his experience as a shoe designer. While working for a leather goods factory he met an established jewelry designer that soon became his first client and mentor as an independent bench jeweler. Being a self-taught bench jeweler, his training involved observing skilled craftsmen in the field, reading jewelry books, and studying training videos on VHS tapes, at a time when online platforms like YouTube were not available. Before embarking on his jewelry design career, he ensured a comprehensive understanding of the entire jewelry-making process. In 2003 Moritz founded his eponymous jewelry brand, Moritz Glik, which quickly gained recognition for its distinctive creations.

One of Moritz Glik's most notable innovations is the creation of the "Kaleidoscope Shaker",[2] where loose precious gemstones are enclosed in capsules made of white sapphire crystal and gold. This unique technique allows the gemstones to float freely, creating a mesmerizing and dynamic visual effect. The Kaleidoscope Sakers™ became an instant hit and solidified Glik's reputation as a relevant artist in the jewelry industry.

His work has been showcased in various publications and media outlets, including Forbes,[3][4][5] JCK,[6][7] InStore,[8][9] Vogue,[10] InStyle, Cosmopolitan, W,[11] Harper's Bazaar, and the book "Jewelry Shining Stars"[12][13] by jewelry writer Beth Bernstein.

Some of the notable celebrities who have been seen wearing Glik's jewelry include Michelle Obama,[14] Taylor Swift,[15][16][17] Rachel Brosnahan, Nicole Kidman, Renee Zellweger, Kerry Washington, Nicole Scherzinger, Constance Wu,[18][19] Rihanna, Sydney Sweeney,[20] Kathryn Hahn, Jordan Peele,[21] Mila Kunis, Chelsea Peretti, Mia Khalifa,[22] and Hari Nef.[23]

Moritz has a private showroom and studio on Madison Avenue in Manhattan, New York, where his pieces are designed and handcrafted.

Honors and Notable Collaborations

Moritz Glik's artistic achievements have been recognized with several prestigious awards and accolades. Some of his notable honors include being a two-time recipient of the Couture Design Awards[24][25] for Best Diamond Piece under $20,000 (2011, 2012), presented by The Couture Show[26] in Las Vegas, and the InDesign Award for Diamond Design by InStore Magazine (2016). His talent and artistic vision have led to collaborations with esteemed artists such as Vik Muniz and Sebastian Bremer,[27] and the auction house Christie's.[28]

References

  1. ^ "Moritz Glik: Designer – Jewelry Fashion Tips". 2013-12-01. Retrieved 2023-08-08.
  2. ^ "Moritz Glik Elevates His Core Collections With Muda". JCK. 2019-11-15. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  3. ^ Bernstein, Beth. "Moritz Glik's Newest Collection Shakes Up Jewelry's Iconic Classics". Forbes. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  4. ^ "Moritz Glik's Kaleidoscope - 2017-05-04 - Couture Show Jewelry Preview". Forbes. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  5. ^ Bernstein, Beth. "The Best Of 2022 Couture During Las Vegas Jewelry Week". Forbes. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  6. ^ "How I Got Here: Moritz Glik on Shaking Up His Life to Obsess Over Jewelry". JCK. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  7. ^ "How He's Managing: Jewelry Designer Moritz Glik". JCK. 2020-11-25. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  8. ^ Bernstein, Beth (2012-02-07). "Designing Lives: Moritz Glik". INSTORE Magazine. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  9. ^ INSTORE Staff (2022-03-02). "A Wheel of Time Watch, Transformable Luxury Jewelry, and More New Lines for March". INSTOREMAG.COM. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  10. ^ "The Chicest Birthstone Jewelry for Every Month of the Year". Vogue. 2022-05-10. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  11. ^ "27 Alternative Engagement Rings to Buy Now". W Magazine. 2019-02-06. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  12. ^ "5 Influential Jewelry Designers Dish on Their Inspirations In A New Book". JCK. 2013-05-23. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  13. ^ Bernstein, Beth (2013-09-26). Jewelry's Shining Stars: Shaping Today's Collectibles and Tomorrow's Heirlooms. Fine Points Publishing. ISBN 978-0-692-01983-2.
  14. ^ "PHOTOS: Michelle Obama Dazzles At The 2012 Kennedy Center Honors". HuffPost. 2012-12-03. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  15. ^ "Taylor Swift Mesmerizes in Violet Ruffled Minidress at 2019 Billboard Music Awards". www.yahoo.com. 2019-05-01. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  16. ^ "Taylor Swift's Best Fashion Moments of All Time". People. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  17. ^ Bate, Ellie (2019-05-02). "Taylor Swift Hid A Bunch Of Easter Eggs In Her BBMAs Performance, Because Of Course She Did". BuzzFeed. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  18. ^ "Cher Horowitz Was The Inspiration Behind Constance Wu's Skirt Suit". The Zoe Report. 2019-08-26. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  19. ^ Marquez, Lorenzo (2019-09-05). "Constance Wu in Giambattista Vall at "Good Morning America"". Tom + Lorenzo. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  20. ^ Wasilak, Sarah (2019-06-20). "Sydney Sweeney at the 2019 MTV Movie and TV Awards". POPSUGAR Fashion. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  21. ^ TheBlast Staff (2019-03-20). "Leading Lady Lupita Nyong'o Shines During 'Us' Premiere in NYC". The Blast. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  22. ^ Dazed (2023-07-18). "Sheytan unchained: how a dance with the devil set Mia Khalifa free". Dazed. Retrieved 2023-08-08.
  23. ^ W. W. D. Staff (2018-08-31). "Inside the Hollywood Breakout of Hari Nef". WWD. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  24. ^ "Mirror Image: Moritz Glik's Award-Winning Mirror Pendant". 2011-07-20. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  25. ^ "Couture Design Awards 2012". www.cijintl.com. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  26. ^ "The Couture Show: Moritz Glik". The Couture Show. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  27. ^ "Karen LaGatta Editions Releases Diamond Night By Sebastiaan Bremer In Collaboration With Mortiz Glik". Guest of a Guest. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  28. ^ Staff. "The Protagonist: an exhibition of sustainable fine jewellery". Christie's. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
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