Jay Strongwater's passion for adorned objects has guided him on an extraordinary journey through the realms of fashion and home décor. Jay embarked on his career in 1981 as a student at the Rhode Island School of Design. After receiving praise for a necklace he crafted for his mother, he presented jewelry samples during open buyer days at various New York department stores, giving rise to a thriving business. Strongwater's penchant for extravagant, statement jewelry graced fashion runways, magazine covers, and prominent jewelry counters nationwide.