About us / Boutique

For acclaimed jewelry designer Kristin Hanson artistic inspiration has no limit. Growing up in a family of artists, Kristin’s creative aspirations were nurtured from an early age. The beauty she found from exploring the vast possibilities of contemporary design led. Kristin to pursue a unique career of jewelry design.

Her studies began under the private guidance of master goldsmith Harold O’Connor and later at a small contemporary jewelry school outside of Florence, Italy. Upon her return to the United States, Kristin worked directly with master diamond setters and jewelers in the famed NYC Diamond District.

Kristin’s meticulous and thoughtful approach to selecting the diamonds and exotic gems that she features in her designs is unmatched. Her exclusive access to incredibly rare and precious vivid Argyle Pink Diamonds, which are sourced from a conflict-free mine in Australia, makes her work highly sought after by investors and collectors alike. Each piece that Kristin designs and expertly crafts showcases the natural splendor of these precious materials.

In 2016 Kristin was hired by the design at Oscar de la Renta to help the company launch its first jewelry collection. She has since collaborated with Rio Tinto Diamonds, and her work has been featured extensively in Swarovski’s marketing campaigns.

For over a decade, Kristin has shared her expertise as an educator nurturing the work of promising young talent. From 2006-2017, she led the Kristin Hanson School of Jewelry Design out of her Tribeca Atelier, which operated as the largest jewelry school in the US at the time. Kristin is currently working on production of online video classes from her Hudson Valley studio that will be streamed on her dedicated YouTube channel, IJEWL.

Kristin’s transformative designs have won her critical acclaim, including: the coveted Couture Design Award in 2007 as well as the esteemed Platinum Fashion Innovation Award in 2015 by PGI International. In 2011, Kristin was honored with the VIV Magnificent Woman Humanitarian Award, a leading women’s luxury and lifestyle brand for her work as an educator.

Her impressive portfolio of work has garnered international distinction, with features in Vogue Italia, Harper’s Bazaar China and W Magazine among others. Kristin Hanson Jewelry is sold at select Neiman Marcus stores and a number of independent jewelry retailers. She also works directly with private clients on custom heirloom and bridal designs.

Kristin Hanson’s Finery features handcrafted fine jewelry from the finest quality diamonds and exotic gemstones. Her curated collections of fashion and home accessories showcase seasonal favorites and one of a kind styles. Kristin now specializes in custom orders and bridal jewelry, made in her diamond district studio.

SHIPPING

Items in stock will ship within 3 business days from purchase, unless otherwise instructed. Made-to-order items may require 3-5 weeks to ship. Orders placed within the Continental US will ship via Standard USPS (2-7 business days) or Second Day USPS (2 business days) insured with tracking, and signature confirmation. Domestic shipments are a flat rate of 45.00 per item. All international shipments are sent via USPS, Fedex or UPS, rates depend on the destination and value of the package. 

EXCHANGES / RETURNS

Please contact info@kristinhanson.us to process your request. Additional instructions will be provided via email. All shipping costs are non refundable. 

*All eligible items are for exchange only within 7 days of purchased.  Final sale and discounted items are not eligible for exchange. Made-to-order, altered or custom items are not eligible for exchange. Kristin Hanson does not accept cash refunds on any in-store or online purchases. 

RHINEBECK BOUTIQUE

Visit us in person at our retail boutique in historic Rhinebeck, NY.

41 E Market Street, Suite 2
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
(845) 516-5001

Weds - Sun, 12pm - 6pm