Ristla is a woman-owned jewelry brand founded by two Army 🪖 veterans—one Dominican and one of Filipino/Caucasian descent. After successfully serving our country in the U.S Army, we wanted to carry the same courage and determination into our next chapter. For us, that meant betting on ourselves and building something we could share.

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The idea for Ristla began during a family destination-wedding trip to Colombia 🇨🇴 in 2025. We were inspired by the hustle culture we saw there—people who, despite the odds, found a way to create opportunity for themselves. At the airport, we purchased a chic, functional phone lanyard that looked like a bracelet. But only a couple of months later, it broke 💔 Our first thought was: this can be made better. Not only better, but different—personal, custom, and strong.

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That was our spark ✨ We started creating wristlets and jewelry designed to be both beautiful, functional, and meaningful. Today, Ristla offers unique pieces— poison rings, poison necklaces, and of course wristlets—except these combine strength, culture, and style. Every design reflects who we are and what we stand for: helping women feel secure, beautiful, strong, and chic 💋