Jewellery Designer Valérie Messika Shares a Glimpse Into Her 9-5

In the world of fine jewellery, tradition tends to reign supreme, with heritage maisons and archival designs continuing to define what luxury looks like today. Valérie Messika, however, has built her eponymous brand by gently rewriting those rules, offering a modern, fashion-forward vision of diamonds for the woman of today—one that feels as relevant on the red carpet as it does in everyday life.

Founded in Paris in 2005, Messika was born from Valérie’s instinctive understanding of both diamonds and contemporary women. As the daughter of renowned diamond dealer André Messika, she grew up immersed in the world of high jewellery—but it was her desire to make diamonds feel lighter, freer and easier to wear that set her brand apart. Think: sensual silhouettes, fluid settings and signature pavé styles designed to move with the body, rather than sit stiffly upon it.

Here, founder and creative director Valérie Messika opens up about life behind the scenes of her nine-to-five—from her daily rituals and creative process, to the important lessons learned in 20 years of building one of the most influential and innovative fine jewellery houses in the world.

I can’t start my morning without… A large coffee. Always.