Influenced by her mother’s timeless style, artist Kara Ackerman-Soriento has turned her personal passion and education into a professional career of jewelry design. Kara Ackerman Designs was started 15 years ago. The collections are infused with a distinct sense of individuality and style, executed naturally due to Kara’s innate artistic ability. Now a successful entrepreneur, Kara credits her family and everyday experiences as her source of inspiration.

Kara's Collection pieces have graced the covers and pages of InStyle, Bridal Guide, Glamour, Health, Shape, RedBook, People Style Watch, Hamptons, T.O.N.Y. Celebrities who have sported Kara’s jewelry include Demi Moore, Anne Hathaway, Jennifer Gardner, Mila Kunis, Jodie Foster, Claire Danes, Stacey Keibler, Evan Rachel Wood, Shay Mitchell, Elizabeth Olsen, Mandy Moore, Olivia Wilde, Chelsea Handler, Zoe Saldana, Robin Wright, Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, Jessica Alba, Sofia Vegara, Lauren Graham, Hayden Panettiere, Ali Larter, Rosario Dawson, Jamie Priestley, Carey Mulligan, Kerry Washington, Gabrielle Union, Jada Pinket Smith, Sheryl Crow, Jessica Biel, Vanessa Hudgens, Eva Mendez, Octavia Spencer, and Oprah Winfrey. Please visit www.karaackerman.com to see the complete collection and shop for your favorite KAD pieces!