American contemporary jewelry brand known for its bold, asymmetrical designs crafted from unconventional materials like plexiglass and resin.
ORIGIN
United States
PRICE TIER
premium
Nikki Couppee is an Oakland-based contemporary jewelry artist originally from Florida, whose work challenges traditional notions of status and value in personal adornment. Drawing on her background in metalsmithing and early experiences scavenging hurricane debris, Couppee creates opulent, oversized pieces that parody the grandeur of royal jewelry using quotidian materials. Her signature aesthetic features asymmetrical designs, vibrant colors, and "hologems"—custom-made stones crafted from plexiglass, resin, brass, and found objects that stand in for precious gems and metals.