RETURN TO SHOP

Jewelry That Tells Their Stories: Heart Evangelista, Jayzam Manabat & More Share Their Personal Symbols

Published on July 21, 2025

Jewelry That Tells Their Stories: Heart Evangelista, Jayzam Manabat & More Share Their Personal Symbols

Jewelry That Tells Their Stories: Heart Evangelista, Jayzam Manabat & More Share Their Personal Symbols

Fashion

In a world where trends come and go, one thing remains timeless: the way jewelry holds our stories.

At Sophia Jewellery, we believe that every piece you wear is more than an accessory—it’s a memory, a marker, a quiet echo of who you are. Whether it's a necklace passed down through generations or a ring that reminds you of your first big break, jewelry becomes part of your personal narrative.

This is why we're celebrating Filipino influencers who do more than just wear jewelry—they live through it. From icons of fashion to storytellers of culture, these individuals use jewelry to express love, heritage, transformation, and identity.

In this two-part feature, meet ten remarkable personalities who embody what Sophia Jewellery stands for: elegance with emotion, style with soul.

Let their stories inspire the way you wear yours.

1. Heart Evangelista (@iamhearte)
Fashion icon. Fine art collector. Muse of meaning.

Heart Evangelista is a household name—whether in Paris fashion weeks or in Filipino living rooms. As a style muse, painter, and actress, her identity is wrapped in elegance, storytelling, and quiet luxury. Her jewelry box reflects this perfectly.

Heart wears custom, vintage, and heirloom jewelry with reverence. In interviews, she has mentioned wearing pieces passed down from her mother, or gifted by her husband as talismans of love and support. She treats jewelry like fine art: thoughtfully collected, emotionally worn, and rarely just decorative. Her layered gold necklaces and intricate rings are as much part of her daily canvas as her brushstrokes. For Sophia, Heart embodies the soul of jewelry as legacy—every stone holding a story.

2. Solenn Heussaff (@solenn)
Multidisciplinary artist. Style risk-taker. Mother with bold taste.

Solenn Heussaff does it all—she acts, paints, raises a daughter, and designs fashion lines with her signature creative flair. Known for her laid-back candor and art-forward personality, Solenn treats style as self-expression, not trend-chasing.

Solenn often wears sculptural earrings, oversized rings, and color-forward accessories that speak to her identity as an artist. Whether it’s gold cuffs inspired by pre-colonial patterns or enamel pieces that look straight out of a gallery, her jewelry choices reflect courage and craft. She’s also worn pieces inspired by her own painting strokes—turning emotion into texture, then into metal. Sophia’s creative collections, especially those rooted in design or heritage, would naturally resonate with her visual vocabulary.

3. Liz Uy (@lizzzuy)
Celebrity stylist. Mother. Minimalist powerhouse.

Liz Uy is the woman behind many of the Philippines’ most photographed outfits. As a stylist for A-listers like Anne Curtis and Liza Soberano, she’s often behind the scenes—but her personal style speaks volumes.

Liz’s accessories are all about elevated simplicity: a single pearl, a gold hoop, a sleek chain layered with a thin choker. Her style is a masterclass in restraint, and so is her jewelry—except when it isn’t. After becoming a mom, she was seen wearing initial necklaces and personalized rings that nod to her son and husband. These touches remind us that even the most composed looks can carry deeply personal echoes. Sophia Jewellery’s everyday luxe line would be right at home in her curated, meaningful wardrobe.

4. Kim Jones (@kimcamjones)
Creative director. Fashion minimalist. Editorial queen.

Kim Jones has carved a unique space in fashion as a visual curator, stylist, and creative director. She approaches fashion with an editor’s eye—sharp, intentional, refined.

Kim’s accessory choices lean toward clean geometry, sculptural rings, and modern heirlooms. Every piece she wears looks like it belongs in a museum or a design book. For Kim, jewelry is a punctuation mark: never too loud, always elegant. Whether attending a fashion gala or working behind the lens, her pieces reflect stillness, taste, and control. Sophia’s timeless, minimalist lines would naturally mirror her aesthetic vision.

5. Jayzam Manabat (@jayzamlloyd)
Content creator. Sentimental dresser. Survivor of public love.

Jayzam rose to digital fame as one-half of JaMill, one of the most watched Filipino YouTube couples in recent memory. While their journey has had highs and lows—publicized breakups, reconciliations, business ventures—Jayzam continues to carve his identity as a solo creator and entrepreneur.

In his vlogs and Instagram posts, Jayzam can often be seen wearing chunky rings, cross pendants, and charm bracelets—not just for style, but as quiet markers of memory. A bracelet from a past anniversary, a pendant from a fan meet, or rings from a business milestone—these pieces are emotional breadcrumbs of a life lived on camera. His evolving collection mirrors a life shaped by fame, mistakes, growth, and gratitude. For Sophia Jewellery, Jayzam represents emotional layering—the pieces we wear to remember who we’ve been.

6. Nicole Andersson (@nicole_andersson)
Content creator. Former VJ. Jewelry maximalist in motion.

Nicole Andersson made her name in TV, but found her voice on social media—where she shares stylish life updates, travel diaries, and highly curated outfits. Whether on a red carpet or at brunch, her accessories always speak louder.

Nicole’s looks are rarely complete without statement earrings, layered gold, and bold accents. She loves jewelry that turns heads—a trait she’s carried from her TV hosting days to her influencer era. Her affinity for power pieces—chunky gold cuffs, gem drop earrings, pearl-studded hoops—aligns with Sophia’s more expressive collections. She reminds us that jewelry can uplift mood, mark moments, and own the spotlight.

7. David Guison (@davidguison)
Fashion content creator. Streetwear savant. Detail guy.

David has been creating content since the early Tumblr days and has grown into one of the most stylish male influencers in the Philippines. His signature look? Streetwear + structure, finished with smart accessories.

David’s daily fit often includes sleek silver chains, watches, or matte signet rings. His taste in jewelry reflects structure and subtlety—nothing flashy, everything sharp. Jewelry, for him, is part of his “silhouette storytelling”—pieces that contour identity rather than shout it. He’s the perfect inspiration for Sophia’s gender-neutral, city-sleek line.

8. Cheryl Tiu (@cheryltiu)
Culture connector. Journalist. Jewelry collector with a passport.

Cheryl Tiu is one of the Philippines’ most cultured voices. As the founder of Cross Cultures and a seasoned international journalist, Cheryl lives out of a suitcase—and fills it with stories, not souvenirs.


In 2017, she collaborated with Denovo Diamonds on a travel-inspired collection—a rare move that turned her love for global culture into wearable memory. Her jewelry often nods to places: a ring inspired by Ethiopian motifs, a pendant echoing the rice terraces of Ifugao, a brooch from an Istanbul market. Cheryl’s style is proof that the right jewelry doesn’t just finish an outfit—it preserves a place, a moment, a mission. Sophia’s globally conscious collections would find a kindred soul in her storytelling spirit.

9. Ann Louie Li (@thisisannli)
Fashion entrepreneur. Editorial visionary. Visual poet.

Ann Louie Li has worn many hats—TV personality, digital creative, businesswoman—but all of them come with polish. She was the first Filipina to win a Shorty Award and earned a Forbes 30 Under 30 spot in the fashion category.

Ann’s jewelry choices are like her brand: elevated, intentional, and quietly powerful. Her go-to accessories are dainty gold layers, vintage rings, and sculptural ear pieces that mirror her editorial eye. Jewelry is how she threads emotion into image. Sophia’s heirloom-inspired and editorial-focused pieces would find perfect synergy with her understated glamour.

10. Ayn Bernos (@aynbernos)
Writer. Speaker. Beauty queen of authenticity.

Ayn is not just a content creator—she’s a storyteller, pageant titleholder, TEDx speaker, and advocate for morena beauty and identity. She brings empowerment to everything she does, and that includes the jewelry she wears.

From affirmation necklaces to sun-shaped earrings that nod to her heritage, Ayn’s jewelry tells stories of becoming—of embracing brown skin, Filipino pride, and confidence without apology. Her accessories are less about flash and more about truth. For Sophia, Ayn represents purposeful adornment: jewelry that says something, means something, and inspires someone.

💫 Wear Your Story, Just Like They Do

These influencers may differ in backgrounds, platforms, and audiences—but they all share one thing in common: a deep, personal connection to the jewelry they wear. Whether it's for art, memory, self-expression, or love, each piece tells a story that’s uniquely theirs.

At Sophia Jewellery, we’re honored to be part of these stories—and now, we invite you to tell yours.

✨ Discover pieces that speak for you.
Explore the collection. Create your meaning.

Shop Now

Because jewelry isn’t just worn. It’s lived.