Put on your pearls girls (with guest Marisa Horden)

Dahlia is joined by Marisa Hordern, founder and creative director of jewellery brand Missoma.Dahlia and Marisa discuss the sentiment jewellery holds whether it is bought for yourself, gifted or passed down through generations. Marisa shares the story of the brand from kitchen table creation to becoming a globally recognised brand - and what she aimed to create in the jewellery space.Marisa Hordern founded Missoma from a spark of inspiration at her kitchen table, driven by a simple but powerful idea: jewellery should be both meaningful and accessible. What began as a personal passion has grown into the UK’s leading demi‑fine jewellery brand, celebrated for its distinctive design language, quality craftsmanship, and approachability.As Founder and Creative Director, Marisa has shaped Missoma’s identity from the inside out — curating its design aesthetic, steering its retail strategy, and overseeing its international expansion. Her hands‑on leadership ensures that every decision reflects the brand’s ethos of thoughtful, sustainable growth and its commitment to community.Under her direction, Missoma has earned major recognition, including the Queen’s Award for International Trade and a place as the 6th fastest‑growing UK SME in 2019 — milestones that underscore both commercial success and cultural resonance.Today, Marisa is focused on deepening Missoma’s global footprint, particularly in the U.S. and Europe, while continuing to build a brand that feels personal, empowering, and rooted in connection. Her mission remains unchanged: to bring accessible luxury to women around the world, creating pieces that become part of their everyday stories.Find more behind the scenes of Stressed But Well Dressed on instagram @stressedbutwelldressed_podcast