Today, Marina B is pioneered by the creative direction of Guy Bedarida, who has collected more than 25 years’ experience in the industry. He was head designer and creative director at John Hardy (1999–2015) after which he worked at Van Cleef & Arpels, creating one-of-a-kind pieces for celebrities and VIPs. His passion for sparkling jewelry goes back to time spent between Paris, Rome, and Tuscany as a youngster. “I was surrounded by many beautiful things growing up,” explains Bedarida, whose father hailed from Paris and mother from Florence. “My father was a cultural attaché, traveling from embassy to embassy, and because of his job, I was exposed to painters, writers, and architects,” says Guy. “Jewellery was an especially big part of my childhood. My mother inherited pieces from her family, and my father would gift her the most exquisite jewels. I was fascinated by gemstones and the beauty of these little pieces of art.” Some of Marina B’s most exquisite pieces include the Onda Collar from the brand’s Classic Collection and the Salvia Cuff from its High Jewelry Collection. Onda means “wave” in Italian, and the pavé diamond motifs in this collection are decorated with strands of gold resembling waves rolling through the pavé. The collection of triple-wrap bracelets, cuffs, collars, statement rings, and earrings is offered in both 18k yellow and white gold, perfect for special occasions. Meanwhile, the Salvia Cuff is a chunky piece of jewelry made up of 21.8 carats of a cushion
of natural Colombian emerald alongside buff-top emeralds.