Ana
What’s your role at Gem Breakfast?
I help Catherine with her newsletter design, and my partner and I help with website development - improving the design and functionality of the website. I just started working with GB about a month ago and I’m loving it.
How did you find GB?
I found her through another client of mine. I immediately loved the company which is so important to me - I need to connect with the brand to do my best work. I’m head over heels for everything Catherine makes.
Tell us a little bit about you!
I live in Lisbon, Portugal in the countryside near the beach with my husband. We like to go for long walks and enjoy the summertime outdoors. We do lots of cooking and love decorating and beautifying the house with DIY projects – we actually made our own chandelier recently and it turned out great!
I’m a girly girl, I love everything that shines, and I’m really fortunate to spend my time working with brands I really relate to.
How did you begin to love jewelry?
My grandfather used to fix watches and rings so I was always playing with jewelry as a child. Because I was surrounded by jewelry, it became sort of commonplace for me and I didn’t go crazy for gold or gemstones until later in life.
Eventually, as I became more interested in fashion, my interest in jewelry came to life. And when I found Gem Breakfast and saw the super unique, non-cookie cutter designs, I fell in love. I love how you can see that every piece was made by hand – as a maker myself, I really appreciate that one-of-a-kind craftsmanship.
What’s your jewelry style? What do you wear every day?
I like boho things – almost beachy vibes. On my wedding day, I was barefoot with simple foot jewelry. My style is very natural and casual, things that can be worn on the beach, with linen – pieces that are light and dainty. I love stacking rings for that reason.
Most days, I wear my wedding band, my engagement ring (it’s silver and looks handmade with a turquoise stone), and simple hoop earrings. For earrings, I wear simple hoops. When I go out, I add more bracelets – but I keep everything really simple and easy.
ANA'S FAVORITES