Timeless Heirlooms in a Fast-Fashion World: The Story of Surya and The Moon Jewelry
Written by Kaitlyn Gomez
In an era dominated by fleeting trends and mass-produced accessories, Surya and The Moon Jewelry is returning to meaningful design, craftsmanship, and legacy. Offering pieces that are more than adornments, they create modern heirlooms infused with story, spirituality, and purpose. Founded by Sneha Calarese and Keri Clavin, this boutique fine jewelry brand was born out of a deeply personal journey that bridges heritage and contemporary elegance, East and West, memory and innovation.
For Sneha, the seeds of Surya and The Moon were planted during a time of loss and reflection. After her mother passed, Sneha found herself rediscovering her mother’s and great-grandmother’s jewelry, intimate treasures that held the unspoken stories of the women in her family. These were not just decorative objects but vessels of history and love, capturing milestones and memories in gold, gemstones, and time-worn designs. It was this profound experience that inspired her to create jewelry that would carry meaning for future generations. Partnering with her close friend Keri, whose own mother had passed down her love for milestone jewelry, the two women set out to build a brand that combined old-world sentimentality with a modern design sensibility.
The name Surya and The Moon reflects this duality. Surya, the Hindi word for “sun,” represents permanence, tradition, and the life-giving light that never fades. The Moon symbolizes evolution, creativity, and the quiet power of change. Together, they tell the story of jewelry as both a symbol of enduring heritage and a canvas for modern expression. This balance is evident in the brand’s collections: Surya, rooted in timeless silhouettes and classic refinement, and Moon, a line that embraces color, movement, and daring artistry. Every piece becomes a dialogue between the past and present, a fusion of cultural depth and contemporary edge.
Each Surya and The Moon creation is designed with precision and intention, blending traditional techniques with a fresh, fashion-forward aesthetic. Their fine jewelry incorporates elements like black diamonds, lustrous pearls, and vibrant gemstones, all chosen for their quality and resonance. The pieces are sculptural yet wearable, designed not to follow trends but to transcend them, becoming future heirlooms.
The brand’s collaboration with designer Keren Craig at New York Fashion Week encapsulated this ethos. Pairing Craig’s ethereal gowns with Surya and The Moon’s bold diamond and pearl statement earrings, the presentation was a study in contrasts, softness and strength, past and present, minimalism and maximalism. It marked a moment where jewelry wasn’t just an accessory but an integral part of storytelling on the runway.
In a marketplace saturated with fast fashion and seasonal “must-haves,” Surya and The Moon stands as a counterpoint, a brand that invites us to slow down, to consider the meaning behind what we wear, and to invest in pieces that carry enduring value. Each necklace, bracelet, and ring is designed to be as relevant decades from now as it is today. Their collections celebrate not just aesthetics but emotion: the joy of marking a milestone, the intimacy of passing down an heirloom, the pride of wearing something created with care and intention.
As the brand continues to grow, its vision remains clear: to create jewelry that tells stories, connects generations, and celebrates individuality. Whether it’s a pair of hand-set diamond earrings or a delicate gold bracelet, each piece is meant to become a part of its wearer’s personal narrative; something treasured, lived-in, and eventually passed down.
For the luxury consumer who seeks meaning as much as beauty, Surya and The Moon is more than a jewelry brand. It is a philosophy, a movement toward timelessness, and a testament to the enduring power of heritage in a fast-paced world.
