About Melissa Curry

Melissa Curry is a trailblazing international designer, known for her bold, mood-boosting accessories and forward-thinking creative vision across jewelry and other creative disciplines. Since launching at Paris Fashion Week in 1999—where she was selected by Liberty of London to lead their Millennium campaign—Melissa has collaborated with global icons including Le Bon Marché, Galeries Lafayette, Swarovski, Philippe Starck, and Virgin.

Her work blends colour, innovation, and play, always surprising and delighting customers across her brand experiences. Now based in Dublin, Melissa focuses on collaboration, sustainability, and the fast-growing world of travel retail. Her vibrant designs for Virgin Voyages—spotted by Richard Branson’s team—earned her a finalist spot at the DFNI Global Awards for innovation and conscious fashion.

Alongside her collaborations, Melissa continues to grow PÓG, her gift-led jewellery brand inspired by Irish heritage and the Claddagh. Designed to comfort and connect, PÓG combines sensory design with joyful style and intergenerational appeal. Available at Dublin Airport, EPIC Museum, and selected U.S. and Irish retailers.

A Q&A with Melissa

What are her key influences?

Melissa Curry’s work is deeply influenced by a vibrant blend of nature, global events, and a strong commitment to female economic empowerment. Her creative universe is shaped by colour, art, music, and travel—each serving as a pillar of inspiration that fuels her distinctive vision. Rooted in conscious design, Melissa’s practice is profoundly human-focused, aiming to uplift and connect with individuals on both personal and societal levels. Her passion for impactful storytelling extends beyond aesthetics, as she channels her creativity into projects that advocate for women’s empowerment and social change, making her work as meaningful as it is bold

What inspired Fleur?

Fleur was inspired by Melissa Curry’s life in Paris and her admiration for Coco Chanel, a trailblazer who served as a guiding idol during her early years in the industry. Designed as an ode to Chanel’s enduring influence, Fleur captures the essence of femininity, strength, and timeless elegance. Created for busy, professional women who navigate dynamic lives, the collection is agile, chic, and effortlessly wearable. Fleur celebrates the modern woman—confident, graceful, and unapologetically feminine.

What can your customers look forward to?

Melissa Curry is currently working on a number of exciting projects set to expand her offerings in the coming months. Customers can look forward to fresh collaborations in both travel retail and traditional retail spaces, introducing new product ranges that reflect her evolving creative vision. These developments mark a dynamic period of growth and diversification across all of her creative channels, promising innovative designs and experiences that continue to inspire and uplift. At the heart of it all, Melissa’s products are created with deep meaning, purpose, and intention—designed to resonate with and empower those who wear them.