About

ABOUT DARA KAYE

More than a designer, Dara Kaye is a seeker—of beauty, wisdom, and the deeper meaning behind adornment. A lifelong student of philosophy, mysticism, and global culture, her journey has taken her from the souks of Marrakech to the sacred landscapes of Machu Picchu, always in pursuit of inspiration.

Raised along the rocky shores of Long Island, Dara was drawn to the natural world—collecting crystals, shells, and stones long before she understood their deeper significance. She found equal magic in her grandmother’s jewelry box, where each heirloom held a story. That early fascination with the symbolism of jewelry—beyond its obvious beauty—became the foundation of her design philosophy. You can still see those influences woven throughout her collections: serpents, sacred geometry, philosophical motifs, and protective talismans.

Dara began her career as a fashion buyer, honing her eye for trend and consumer instinct. In 2011, she became the stylish, business-savvy force behind Wunderlich Kaplan Communications, an award-winning PR agency with a global presence. Her impact as a curator, strategist, and influencer has been featured in Forbes, Vogue, The New York Times, WSJ, and more, with appearances on CNN, CNBC, and Fox. Across her platforms, she shares an insider’s take on style, beauty, and wellness, shaping trends and setting the conversation.

A modern explorer with an insatiable curiosity, Dara is always on the pulse of fashion, beauty, style, and cultural evolution. Whether scaling mountaintops, discovering remote beaches, or navigating the streets of a new city, she brings her audience along for the journey.

Jewelry, for Dara, isn’t just an accessory—it’s a language, a legacy, a talisman of personal expression. With her eponymous line, she translates her love for design, storytelling, and self-expression into pieces that are both meaningful and deeply personal.

Dara Kaye Jewelry was founded to transform the experience of wearing jewelry, blending high quality and meaningful design with ethical sourcing. The first of its kind line uses lab-grown diamonds, ensuring that each piece is both beautiful and sustainable.