High End Designer Vintage Raarings some minor wear see photos Sonia Rykiel costume jewelry Born in Neuilly-sur-Seine into the family of Jewish immigrants from Russia and Romania Alfred Flis and Fanny Tesler, Sonia Rykiel – a famous French fashion designer. Sonia Rykiel (25 May 1930 – 25 August 2016) opened her first store, making clothing and accessories in 1968. However, the history of the Sonia Rykiel brand begins in 1962, when Madame Rykiel, the future mother, could not choose any outfit from what the Parisian shops offered for pregnant women. So, the talented and creative Rykiel decided to take it in her hands. According to Sonia Rykiel, the main goal was – to dress every woman beautifully. Costume jewelry created by her is still in demand thanks to the wonderful taste and sense of harmony of the designer.