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Judith Ripka

Founded by Judith Ripka in 1977, Judith Ripka is an eponymous luxury jewelry brand whose design language centers on intricate metalwork, vibrant color, and texture, combining classic and contemporary elements. In 1996, the brand launched a fine-jewelry collection on QVC, extending its reach through interactive television and offering jewelry and related accessories at more accessible price points. On April 3, 2014, Xcel Brands acquired the brand name and related intellectual property; Ripka remained chief designer, and after Xcel licensed the wholesale business to KGK Jewellery Manufacturing that July, she continued designing the jewelry. A luxury-watch line was introduced in 2015, expanding the offering beyond core jewelry. In April 2026, Xcel entered an agreement with Judith Ripka Designs, LLC for substantially all of the brand’s assets, including its name and trademarks; the transaction closed on April 27.