Born from a dream
and a suitcase.
Brazilian roots. A California home. And a love for jewelry that becomes part of your story.
Hi, I’m Priscila.
I’m the founder of Maresia, a wife, a mom of two boys, and someone who has always felt happiest close to the ocean. My Brazilian and Japanese roots are part of who I am, and California is the place I now call home.
I came to the United States to pursue my MBA, carrying a suitcase and a dream of building something of my own. Along the way, jewelry became a way to bring together the things I love: creativity, beautiful stones, and the freedom to make something personal.
A love for the
little details.
There’s something special about working with your hands. Learning jewelry techniques at the bench gave me a deeper appreciation for the small details, like the curve of a ring, the texture of a surface, the way a stone catches the light.
That curiosity is at the heart of Maresia. I’m drawn to pieces that feel easy to wear, yet have something distinctive about them. Jewelry you reach for because it feels like you.
Inspired by the coast, shaped by my own journey, and chosen with everyday life in mind.
and jewelry that feels like you.”
Always learning.
Always creating.
These are a few moments from my time learning at the jewelry bench. Working with tools, exploring techniques, and watching an idea take shape are parts of the creative process I love sharing with you.
Our family story
We’re a family of four living in San Diego, California, with a deep love for the ocean, travel, and an adventurous life.
Maresia started more than a decade ago in our backyard, where I would spend my days and nights creating jewelry by hand. What began as a creative passion slowly grew through farmers’ markets and street fairs across California, eventually becoming the online shop and community Maresia is today.
The ocean has always been a big part of our story. My husband and I have always loved surfing and traveling, and now we get to experience that lifestyle through the eyes of our two boys too. Our days are often filled with surfboards, skateboards, baseball games, sandy feet, road trips, and new adventures.
Traveling as a family is one of our greatest inspirations. We love discovering new beaches, cultures, people, and places around the world. Over the years, those experiences have also introduced us to incredibly talented artisans and inspired many of the textures, stones, colors, and effortless coastal feeling you see throughout Maresia.
For us, Maresia has never been just about jewelry. It represents a way of life, pieces made to be worn on ordinary days and unforgettable adventures, from mornings by the ocean to trips across the world.
As our family and business have grown, giving back has become an even bigger part of our story. We continue supporting projects close to our hearts, including our longtime tradition of helping families and children in Brazil and our work with Love and Care for All in Uganda, Africa.
We’re incredibly grateful that something that began at home has allowed us to create, travel, meet wonderful people, support talented makers, and give back along the way.
Thank you for being part of the Maresia Jewelry family.
With love,
Cila & Family
Our Mission
To create meaningful, timeless jewelry inspired by the ocean, travel, and the beauty we discover along the way, while supporting talented artisans and using our business to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Make it part of your everyday.
Thank you for being here and supporting this dream. I hope you find a piece that feels like a little part of you.
