Celebrating Colour: 20 Uplifting Jewellery Creations by Lisa Nik

May 2, 2025

By Sarah Jordan

8 min read

If I had to curate a list of my top 10 designers who are totally unafraid of utilising colour in their creations, Lisa Nikfarjam of Lisa Nik would be among the names. Her pieces are perfect for clients who want to buy for themselves – the pick-me-ups, the birthday treats, the 'I just got a new job' jewels. If a classic tennis bracelet is the domain of a man buying for a woman, then Lisa Nik is targeting women expressing themselves without constraint or classicism. Whether you're craving a juicy mandarin garnet or an eye-catching bi-colour tourmaline, here are 20 joyful pieces that exemplify the Lisa Nik approach, as well as the inspiration behind them… 

Before we dive in, make sure to read our article dedicated to Lisa Nik in which she talks about the start of her career and the ethos behind her brand. When we published this article in the summer of 2024, bi-colour tourmalines were having a moment and Lisa had created a series of pieces named after cocktails, like Tequila Lime and Strawberry Margarita! This sense of frivolity is definitely evident in the brand's design style, which is all about colourful exuberance. However, beneath all this fun is a brand that really knows its minerals and understands what people want to wear to feel confident, empowered and ready to take on the day. Age, sex and ethnicity don't matter, because the Lisa Nik ethos is all about presenting exciting new colour combinations and materials that anyone and everyone can fall in love with. Don't believe us? Take a look at the incredible mix of gems in our top 20 creations, shared below.  

Katerina Perez wears heart-shaped cocktail rings by Lisa Nik, including a rubellite tourmaline with diamond side stones and a pink tourmaline ring in 18k rose gold

Katerina Perez wears heart-shaped cocktail rings by Lisa Nik, including a rubellite tourmaline with diamond side stones and a pink tourmaline ring in 18k rose gold

‘Cuba Libre’ Bi-Colour Tourmaline Ring with Stars 

Crafted in 18k yellow gold and adorned with the Lisa Nik signature diamond-set star gallery, this ring holds a special place in the brand's celestial-inspired Colors collection. Lisa tells me: "Bi-colour tourmalines have been a favourite of mine for over a decade. I always love it when women ask me if it's a natural stone and how fascinated they are about the colour combinations that can exist in one gemstone. I am always looking for rough material that may exhibit unusual colours, such as this one that transitions from chocolate brown to forest green. Throughout the transition, you can see amber tones." Remember the cocktail-themed names we mentioned earlier? That's why this piece has been given the moniker Cuba Libre, which was inspired by the infusion of rum, Coca-Cola and fresh lime (which perfectly captures the hues in the stone). 

Lisa Nik 'Cuba Libre' bi-colour tourmaline ring with the brand's signature diamond-set star gallery, worn here with a matching bi-colour tourmaline necklace in yellow gold

Lisa Nik 'Cuba Libre' bi-colour tourmaline ring with the brand's signature diamond-set star gallery, worn here with a matching bi-colour tourmaline necklace in yellow gold

Mirror-Cut Suite 

Here, we are celebrating not one but three pieces, all of which hail from the Sparkling Mermaid collection. This range had pride of place in the Neiman Marcus Spring Catalogue thanks to its mosaics of pastel-hued beryls, all mirror-cut to appear like puzzle pieces that fit seamlessly together. The necklace is especially evocative of Lisa Nik's signature style because of its asymmetry, which is mirrored in the drop earrings with three pink, blue and pale green gems on each. However, if we had to choose one piece for sheer impact, it would be the bracelet set in warm 18k yellow gold. 

Katerina Perez wears a necklace and matching earrings from the Lisa Nik Sparkling Mermaid collection with pastel coloured beryls

A closer look at mirror-cut beryl pieces in the Lisa Nik Sparkling Mermaid collection, set with uniquely-cut minerals in a range of pastel shades

A closer look at mirror-cut beryl pieces in the Lisa Nik Sparkling Mermaid collection, set with uniquely-cut minerals in a range of pastel shades

Pieces in the Lisa Nik Sparkling Mermaid collection, including a necklace, pair of earrings and a bracelet with pastel coloured beryls in 18k yellow gold

Pieces in the Lisa Nik Sparkling Mermaid collection, including a necklace, pair of earrings and a bracelet with pastel coloured beryls in 18k yellow gold

A closer look at the Sparkling Mermaid bracelet by Lisa Nik with mirror-cut beryls in a range of pastel colours

A closer look at the Sparkling Mermaid bracelet by Lisa Nik with mirror-cut beryls in a range of pastel colours

Boulder Opal Earrings

Last but certainly not least, let's put the spotlight on a pair of Australian boulder opal earrings from the Lisa Nik Earth & Sea collection. "I call these treasures landscapes of the sea made by the artist Earth," Lisa says. "They miraculously depict shorelines and waves crashing and have a mesmerising organic look." I would describe these earrings as quite unusual for the brand, but there are some identifying characteristics, such as the heart-shaped 'link' crafted in 18k yellow gold. The neat lines of pavé diamonds add sparkle without detracting attention from the stars of the show. 

Lisa Nik boulder opal earrings with diamonds and the brand's signature heart shape details in 18k yellow gold

Lisa Nik boulder opal earrings with diamonds and the brand's signature heart shape details in 18k yellow gold

Mandarin Garnet Heart Shaped Ring 

Spessartite garnet, also known as mandarin garnet because of its juicy orange colour, is the star of the show in this fabulous ring. The heart-shaped 20-carat centre stone is flanked by two pear-shaped diamond accents and set in 18k gold. There are plenty of heart-shaped jewels in the Lisa Nik collection, especially considering there is a heart built into the Lisa Nik logo (look to the brand's Instagram to see for yourself). Some of our favourites are a range of pendant necklaces in almost every shade of red you can imagine and a pink tourmaline heart-shaped ring from the Rocks collection, set in 18k rose gold.

Lisa Nik 20-carat heart-shaped mandarin garnet ring with two pear-shaped diamond accents, set in 18k gold

Lisa Nik 20-carat heart-shaped mandarin garnet ring with two pear-shaped diamond accents, set in 18k gold

A heart-shaped pink tourmaline ring with diamond-set shoulders in 18k rose gold by Lisa Nik

A heart-shaped pink tourmaline ring with diamond-set shoulders in 18k rose gold by Lisa Nik

Katerina Perez wears a selection of heart-shaped gemstone pendants from the Rocks collection by Lisa Nik

Katerina Perez wears a selection of heart-shaped gemstone pendants from the Rocks collection by Lisa Nik

Druzy Quartz & Rocks Hexagon necklace 

Just for fun, Lisa created a collection of brightly coloured Druzy Quartz charms, including this electric blue pendant that's perfect for layering with diamonds and a selection of fun chains. The Rocks Hexagon necklace is another good example of an adaptable pendant, this time from the Rocks collection, with black onyx and diamonds set in 18k yellow gold. The latter collection is all about the fusion of classical and modern styles for a unisex customer, and we think it hits the spot perfectly. 

Lisa Nik Druzy Quartz charms (left) and the Rocks Hexagon necklace with black onyx and diamonds in 18k yellow gold

Lisa Nik Druzy Quartz charms (left) and the Rocks Hexagon necklace with black onyx and diamonds in 18k yellow gold

Colors Collection Cocktail Rings 

With so many fantastic gemstone cocktail rings to choose from, it was almost impossible to pick just one from this iconic Lisa Nik collection. Indicolite tourmaline, rubellite, and amethyst are all popular picks, whether they are round, cushion-shaped, emerald-cut or set in more geometric settings. Some pieces feature a 'double wave' of pavé diamonds that stretch across the top of the stone, like in the indicolite blue-green tourmaline ring shown here. Finally, let's not forget what Lisa calls "The Lord of Cocktail Rings" – tanzanite – set in the brand's signature heart gallery in 18k white gold. "I pride myself on finding the most electric blue material available for my tanzanite collectors," Lisa shares. 

A selection of Lisa Nik cocktail rings from the Colors collection, including a round tanzanite, a cushion-shaped rubellite, and an emerald-cut indicolite tourmaline

An indicolite tourmaline and diamond ring from the Lisa Nik Colors collection, complete with heart-shaped details that are a recognisable feature of the brand

An indicolite tourmaline and diamond ring from the Lisa Nik Colors collection, complete with heart-shaped details that are a recognisable feature of the brand

A closer look at the heart-shaped gallery of a rubellite tourmaline cocktail ring from the Lisa Nik Colors collection

A closer look at the heart-shaped gallery of a rubellite tourmaline cocktail ring from the Lisa Nik Colors collection

Lisa Nik describes tanzanite as 'The Lord of Cocktail Rings' with this piece from the Colors collection being the perfect example

Lisa Nik describes tanzanite as 'The Lord of Cocktail Rings' with this piece from the Colors collection being the perfect example

Lisa Nik cocktail rings from the Colors collection, including an indicolite tourmaline with a 'double wave' of pavé diamonds that stretch across the top of the stone

Lisa Nik cocktail rings from the Colors collection, including an indicolite tourmaline with a 'double wave' of pavé diamonds that stretch across the top of the stone

A large tanzanite cocktail ring by Lisa Nik with diamond-set split shoulder detailing

A large tanzanite cocktail ring by Lisa Nik with diamond-set split shoulder detailing

Colors Collection Long Earrings 

As you might have guessed, the Colors collection is not limited to just cocktail rings. Here are two new pairs of extravagant earrings from the range inspired by the slinky movements of a caterpillar. First, there's a pair of long, 'shoulder-duster' emerald earrings with alternating oval- and baguette-shaped Colombian beryls set in 18k yellow gold. A nice touch is the heart-shaped loop at the top of the earrings, which links to a detachable diamond-set huggie. The second pair is slightly shorter, with alternating pink tourmalines and rubies, set in 18k rose gold. 

Long earrings from the Lisa Nik Colors collection, including a pair with Colombian emeralds in 18k yellow gold and a shorter pair with pink tourmalines and rubies, set in 18k rose gold

Long earrings from the Lisa Nik Colors collection, including a pair with Colombian emeralds in 18k yellow gold and a shorter pair with pink tourmalines and rubies, set in 18k rose gold

Flower Settings and Picky Peridots

Continuing with cocktail rings, there's something special about a rubellite, diamond and 18k rose gold ring with the Lisa Nik flower setting. What stands out is the volume of the prongs holding the gemstone in place and the contrasting 18k white gold and diamond blooms that sit on either side of the stone. Elsewhere, there are some fabulous peridots in the Lisa Nik collection, including a particular 18k gold and diamond ring with a celestial, star-shaped gallery. Lisa tells me: "Peridot is one of those stones that our collectors are super picky about, so we only accept the most neon-toned gems for our pieces."

Lisa Nik rubellite tourmaline and diamond ring with a flower setting in 18k rose gold

A closer look at the floral details in this rubellite tourmaline cocktail ring by Lisa Nik, set in 18k rose gold

A closer look at the floral details in this rubellite tourmaline cocktail ring by Lisa Nik, set in 18k rose gold

Lisa Nik peridot cocktail ring with a celestial star-shaped gallery accented with diamonds and set in 18k gold

Lisa Nik peridot cocktail ring with a celestial star-shaped gallery accented with diamonds and set in 18k gold

Aquamarine Necklace and Ring 

One of the things I love about Lisa Nik is that she never stands still… there's always something new to get excited about. Case in point is this aquamarine necklace and ring duo – both very recent arrivals – with the finest grade of Brazilian material, accented with diamonds and set in 18k yellow gold. Again, we can see florals built into the ring gallery for a fresh twist. "I love a pop of aqua, as blue is the ultimate symbol of the sea," Lisa shares. "I believe aqua has the power to bring you back to memories of your favourite coastal vacation."

A Brazilian aquamarine ring and matching pendant necklace by Lisa Nik, crafted with diamonds in 18k yellow gold

A Brazilian aquamarine ring and matching pendant necklace by Lisa Nik, crafted with diamonds in 18k yellow gold

Rainbow Butterfly Rings 

While we don't necessarily believe that jewellery is seasonal (who says you can't wear summery bright minerals all year round?), there are definitely pieces that remind us of the warmer months. These Lisa Nik Rainbow Butterfly rings are the perfect examples, set with marquise-shaped diamonds, blue and green gems, muted yellow, pink and red hues, and pink sapphires with round brilliant-cut diamonds. All hail from the Rainbow collection, which also features beautiful pendants, rainbow sapphire bracelets, and hoop earrings.

Lisa Nik Rainbow Butterfly ring with marquise-shaped diamonds and yellow, pink and red gemstones, set in 18k gold

Lisa Nik Rainbow Butterfly ring with marquise-shaped diamonds and yellow, pink and red gemstones, set in 18k gold

Lisa Nik Rainbow Butterfly ring with a pear-shaped ruby centre, surrounded by diamonds and pink sapphires in 18k yellow gold

Lisa Nik Rainbow Butterfly ring with a pear-shaped ruby centre, surrounded by diamonds and pink sapphires in 18k yellow gold

Lisa Nik Rainbow Butterfly ring with marquise-shaped diamonds and blue and green gemstones set in 18k yellow gold

Lisa Nik Rainbow Butterfly ring with marquise-shaped diamonds and blue and green gemstones set in 18k yellow gold

Asymmetric Collection Earrings 

For anyone who likes the whimsy of mismatched shapes and gemstones in their jewellery, the Lisa Nik Asymmetric collection is a good port of call. These earrings from the range feature natural pastel-hued sapphires in shades of pink, blue and green set on a slimline stem of pavé diamonds. Not only do the colours differ, but so do the gemstone cuts, ranging from trilliants to cushion, oval, and subtle heart shapes. Amazingly, Lisa has been making earrings just like this since the brand's inception in 2010, and they show no sign of declining in popularity. 

A pair of earrings from the Lisa Nik Asymmetric collection with pastel-hued sapphires in shades of pink, blue and green on a stem of pavé diamonds

Okay, so we may have taken a few liberties with our total of 20 pieces… but when they are this good, can you blame us? With a jewellery collection fuelled by Lisa Nik, you will have a mineral to match every outfit and every mood, whether you're contemplative, energised, melancholy or joyful. The only challenge you have now is choosing which piece will be at the top of your wish list! Personally, I am tempted by the mandarin garnet heart-shaped ring for its intensely energising boost of orange. 

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