About the artist

Irina Rapaport Jewellery and Textiles is a Toronto-based slow design studio dedicated to creating distinctive, handcrafted jewellery and clothing. Operating from her studio and boutique at 333 Danforth Avenue, Irina produces limited series and one-of-a-kind wearable art pieces, all available in-store and online.

Each item is carefully handmade by Irina herself. Embracing the charm of imperfection, her work celebrates the quirks of artisanal craftsmanship—whether it’s a whimsical fabric swatch, a hand-formed polka dot bead, or the subtle marks left by time on repurposed materials. These unique characteristics give every piece its own personality: not always perfect, but always authentic.

Irina began her journey in 2005 with jewellery design, later launching her eco-friendly textile collage clothing line in 2013. In 2019, she opened her boutique to the public. Largely self-taught, Irina has a background in art and architecture, which deeply informs her work. Her creative approach is rooted in a fascination with patterns, geometry, and texture, and she views space and dimensionality as essential components of her design language.

Renowned for her originality, Irina challenges traditional notions of jewellery and fashion—venturing into the imaginative, the enigmatic, and the unconventional. Her spontaneous, hands-on process ensures that every piece she creates is truly one-of-a-kind.

Irina Rapaport’s work has received notable recognition, including the 2014 Best in Show Jewellery Award at the Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibition and the 2018 Best Wearable Art in Show at the Haliburton Art and Craft Show.