By Allison Watkinson
TLL Reporter
Cast Jewelry has partnered with acclaimed actor, author and entrepreneur Issa Rae to create a collaborative jewelry line called the Braeve Collection.
The Braeve collection includes 22 versatile jewelry pieces designed by Issa Rae and the Cast team. This includes a selection of rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces and pendants that are crafted from high-quality materials.
The materials used in the Braeve collection include 14K gold, sterling silver, black onyx and exclusive lab-grown diamonds created by the Cast company.
“I deeply admire the Cast ethos, their unique collaborative approach to jewelry and their focus on sustainability,” said Rae. “I was honored to collaborate with them on the Braeve collection to create timeless, elegant, and bold pieces. I loved experimenting with shapes, textures, and silhouettes and I can’t wait for everyone to experience this collection.”
Founded in 2021 by Rachel Skelly and Eric Ryan, Cast is a luxury jewelry brand that offers artful and modern designs created using conflict-free and sustainably-sourced precious metals and gem stones.
The full Braeve collection is available for purchase in-store through select Cast boutiques and Nordstrom retail locations, as well as online through Cast Jewelry and Nordstrom’s official e-commerce websites.
“We are thrilled to present our Nordstrom customers with exclusive access to this unique collaboration,” said Nordstrom VP, Rickie De Sole. “Issa Rae has established herself as a force in entertainment and fashion, with effortless personal style. This partnership is a natural fit, promising to introduce a joyful collection that we believe our customers will want to shop.”
Issa Rae is an award-winning actor, author, philanthropist and entrepreneur who first rose to fame through her web series and best-selling novel titled, The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl. Rae has since held leading roles in several blockbuster movies such as Greta Gerwig’s Barbie, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse and American Fiction, as well as served as the creator and star of the HBO series, Insecure.
“Collaborating with Issa Rae for this collection was a dream come true,” said Cast Jewelry CCO, Rachel Skelly. “Whether she’s in front of or behind the camera, she brings such an incredible authenticity, creativity and purpose to everything she does,” added Skelly. “We knew this collaboration would be no exception, especially with her unique style and creative vision.”
Issa Rae’s philanthropic and business endeavors encompass a wide range of professional projects.
This includes the creation of the Hoorae media company, participation in the Destination Crenshaw non-profit, ownership of the Hilltop Cafe + Kitchen, co-ownership of the Sienna Naturals hair-care brand and the recent launch of her Viarae Prosecco sparkling wine brand.
Issa Rae and Cast Jewelry Launch Collaborative Accessories Collection
