About The Designer Monica Franco is a Californian artist born in Mexico City in 1969. Growing up, she was surrounded by the riches of the Mexican culture, its mysticism, beauty, color and great people. At the age of three her dad ask her what she would like to become as an adult, her answer was “Beautiful!”; she may have meant to say, “An Artist expressing Beauty”. At an early age she developed a passion for creation that has been to this day, a relentless source of inspiration. Her unique personality is manifested in so many ways, decorating her surroundings, painting, writing, and designing her own jewelry, clothes and accessories. “I love being a woman, so why not celebrate it every single day! A woman can be glamorous, sophisticated, elegant, sexy, but most important is her self-confidence, and her sense of empowerment through her inner and outer beauty. Even if you are only wearing jeans and a T- shirt, femininity does not have to be compromised for comfort; even a ribbon tied around your neck can make a difference in feeling romantic and sensual. Enjoy the gracious blessing of being a beautiful woman inside and outside, in a natural and smooth way, and make your presence felt to the world.” Monica’s natural ability to balance colors, forms and textures, is a talent admired by people. The creation of unique pieces of jewelry bringing beauty and life to each design are a the most typical traits of her work. Balance Jewelry was launched in 2001 and offers authenticity, elegance, freedom of expression, simplicity and beauty. This is what defines Monica’s sense of style.