Ileana Makri – The 5 Star Edit

Double Crown 18-karat Gold Amethyst Earrings

Taiwo Adedayo — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:54:25 +0000

Part of the ‘Crown’ collection, Ileana Makri’s ‘Double Crown’ earrings exude “regal brilliance.” They’ve been handmade by artisans in Greece from 18-karat gold and are prong-set with vibrant amethysts – the facets ensure they dazzle from every angle.

18-karat Gold Multi-stone Earrings

Taiwo Adedayo — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:54:23 +0000

Ileana Makri’s goal is to make jewelry that makes “every day special”. Perfect for day or night, these earrings are handmade from 18-karat gold and set with vibrant emeralds and matching green onyx stones contrasted by shimmering diamonds at the center.

Black Mamba 18-karat Gold Diamond Necklace

Taiwo Adedayo — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:54:18 +0000

Part of the ‘Snake’ collection, Ileana Makri’s ‘Black Mamba’ necklace serves as a reminder to be resilient and keep transforming. It’s handmade from 18-karat gold and encrusted with brown and gray diamonds along the serpent pendant.

Serpent Coil 18-karat Gold Multi-stone Earrings

Taiwo Adedayo — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:54:13 +0000

“Made to enchant”, Ileana Makri’s earrings are shaped to depict a pair of coiled serpents. They’re handmade from 18-karat gold and have glowing emerald eyes that match the green onyx drops and 0.35-carats of shimmering diamonds along its body.

Falling Leaves 18-karat Gold Diamond Necklace

Taiwo Adedayo — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:54:12 +0000

Ileana Makri’s designs often take inspiration from the natural world. This necklace is handmade from 18-karat gold and has seven ‘Falling Leaves’, some of which are completely encrusted with shimmering diamonds while others have a smooth, matte finish. Show off the lariat shape with plunging necklines.

Tile Drop 18-karat Gold Apatite and Diamond Earrings

Taiwo Adedayo — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:54:11 +0000

Ileana Makri’s earrings are designed to look like colorful tiles. Handmade from 18-karat gold, they’re set with a trio of vibrant apatites separated by dainty diamonds.

Blossom 18-karat Gold Diamond Necklace

Taiwo Adedayo — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:54:03 +0000

Ileana Makri’s necklace is strung with an intricately carved ‘Blossom’ pendant that’s inspired by “blooming flowers along river beds”. It’s handcrafted from 18-karat gold and dotted with a single 0.06-carat sparkling round-cut diamond at its center.

Crown 18-karat Gold Amethyst Earrings

Taiwo Adedayo — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:54:01 +0000

Ileana Makri’s earrings are part of the brand’s regal ‘Crown’ collection, which is defined by claw-like prong settings. They’re handmade from 18-karat gold and have 34.10-carats of amethyst in a dangling chandelier design.

Solitaire Crown 18-karat Gold, Topaz and Diamond Ring

Taiwo Adedayo — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:31:25 +0000

Ileana Makri travels the globe to source exquisite gems which she brings back to Greece and then works with skilled craftspeople to realize her designs. Named after its classic setting, this ‘Solitaire Crown’ ring is handmade from 18-karat gold and centered with a 11.13-carat white topaz that sparkles beautifully from all angles. The slim band is set with 0.08-carats of equally exquisite diamonds.

Orbit 18-karat Gold Multi-stone Earrings

Taiwo Adedayo — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:31:22 +0000

Ileana Makri’s ‘Orbit’ earrings are truly out of this world. Handmade from 18-karat gold, they’re strung with two sparkling diamonds, each framed by a halo of vibrant emeralds, and have smooth green onyx beads that anchor the design. The colors will really make hazel or brown eyes pop.