Launched in 2018 by designers and friends Cristina Mantilla and Duda Teixeira, Miami-based éliou takes cues from the coast to bring a nostalgic playfulness to modern jewelry design. By combining whimsical baubles like alphabet beads, freshwater pearls, and cowrie shells with the opulence of cubic zirconia and millefiori glass, éliou merges a kaleidoscopic, retro aesthetic with the elegance of classical jewelry. Each made-to-order piece is handcrafted in studio with natural materials in alignment with the label’s commitment to sustainability. Earth-friendly and carefully produced, éliou’s jewelry is a stylish testament to the delights of the sea and the charm of Y2K motifs.