Zésti is a playful, expressive collection—rooted in the Greek word for "heat" or "warmth," it symbolizes both a fiery zest for life and a deeper connection to the self. It’s all about tapping into sacral energy: creativity, movement, and sensuality. Every piece is made using existing materials—upcycled, reimagined, and reworked with intention. Nothing is wasted, and everything is infused with personality. Zésti celebrates individuality, joy, and bold expression through design that’s both sustainable and soulful.

Linens, crochet, hand-dying, hand-beading, re-working, upcycling. 

A headscarf made from an XXL bridesmaid dress

15 YDS of thrifted crochet now a matching cover-up set 

Sheer sarong reborn from a table runner

Reworked bikini hand-dyed to a terracotta tie-dye

Each body chain and necklace in this collection is hand-beaded by Arianna Parilla with deep care and creative intention.

These pieces aren’t just accessories—they’re layered stories made of energy, craftsmanship, and detail.Arianna selects each crystal not only for its color and texture, but for its unique energetic properties—choosing stones that evoke warmth, protection, confidence, or creativity.

The beads are paired with 18k gold-plated, anti-tarnish accents so the pieces stay radiant over time—meant to be worn again and again without losing their luster.

Tiny fish bones, delicate shells, and rare vintage beads are often woven in—small but intentional details that reflect the raw beauty of nature and the uniqueness of every piece. No two are the same, and every chain carries the energy of the hands that made it.

They’re made slowly, one at a time—meant to be worn boldly.

Every bikini in this collection is hand-dyed—no shortcuts, no mass production. It starts with mixing and testing the perfect color, often taking multiple attempts to get the exact shade that feels just right.

I was after a tone that carries the mood and essence of the piece.Once the dye is ready, each bikini is dyed by hand in small batches. This isn’t a one-and-done process. Pieces are hand-washed, dried, and often redyed to deepen the tone or correct subtle inconsistencies.

Each step is slow and requires patience—working with synthetic fiber reactions, light, and water.

The result? A color that feels alive—soft, sun-soaked, and rich with dimension. No two pieces are ever exactly the same, and that’s what makes them special.It’s messy. It’s imperfect. It’s a true labor of love.