Jewelry designer Gina Nigrelli lives in St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands, with her husband Brian, so it's no surprise that her bling reflects the blue waters and lush landscapes surrounding her. The laid-back lifestyle in the Caribbean allows Jules Smith Designs to maintain a realistic approach to fashion.

But her current habitat isn't the only source of inspiration for Gina. She also draws from the following experiences: once living in Southern Africa, her career launch in Las Vegas, her ...