Alicia uses the finest materials ranging from semiprecious stones to vintage, often one of a kind, findings. Her designs infuse antique with contemporary styles reflecting a sensual, elegant and classic look. Each piece is carefully and meticulously hand-crafted in her Manhattan studio to ensure the highest quality. She finds inspiration daily by living and working in the great city of New York. She has created individual pieces for numerous actresses, including Laura Dern, Naomi Watts, Rachael Ray, Alison Bailes, Samantha Brown and several VH1 and MTV personalities. Her pieces have been featured on Good Morning America, Without a Trace, The Tony Awards, The Rachael Ray Show, numerous independent films, as well as in a variety of magazine publications. She also designs for brides and bridal parties.Alicia is also a huge advocate for animal rights and has been for many years. She volunteers often in shelters in and around New York City and New Jersey and does her own rescue work as well. Alicia Marilyn Designs regularly donates a portion of their sales to several different animal rights organizations, including Bideawee and The Humane Society.