Christine Fail is the designer behind Fail Jewelry. With a BFA in studio art, Christine’s background is firmly rooted in art and design. Her introduction into the world of fine jewelry came from working for two of Austin’s top fine jewelers, Anthony Nak and Shaesby, where she learned the trade and business of jewelry. Christine was laid off in 2009, and it was the best thing that ever happened to her.

Christine started with a tiny retail store in South Austin and a small collection of handmade jewelry that has since grown to include a storefront in East Austin, a production studio and an ever-growing list of worldwide wholesale partners. As a lifelong learner, Christine loves being a student and continues to bring new techniques, ideas and principles into her business. For her, the creativity of problem solving in business can be just as rewarding as sitting down to carve a wax or sketch new designs.

A minimalist at heart, Christine is focused on having pieces that beautifully marry form and function in opposition to excess blind consumerism. Her collections are created harnessing the spirit of Austin with pieces that transition effortlessly from a t-shirt and jeans to the little black dress.  Every item is made to be lived in, like your favorite pair of jeans.  Fail jewelry may not always be your statement piece, but it will be your favorite piece.