Merill Hollander, founder of the contemporary fine jewelry brand Fiametta, joins Barbara Kahn and Americus Reed to discuss how she entered the traditionally insular jewelry industry to create a bold, identity-driven collection centered on lab-grown diamonds, sustainability, and empowering self-purchase for modern consumers.
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Founder of Fiametta, Merill Hollander
An emerging jewelry designer redefines fine jewelry with lab-grown diamonds and a non-traditional, self-expressive brand philosophy.
July 24, 2025
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Updated: July 25, 2025
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