Rae’s love for Cast’s fine jewels isn’t new. In fact, she has worn the brand quite a few times, including during one of the most special moments in any film icon’s career: the Academy Awards. But Rae’s also a firm believer in not waiting until there’s a special occasion to wear your best pieces.

Highly acclaimed for her roles in Insecure, Barbie and American Fiction, actress, writer and entrepreneur Issa Rae has officially ventured into jewelry design. The multi-hyphenate artist has teamed with San Francisco-based fine jewelry brand Cast on a 22-piece collection that embodies the actress’s personal style and echoes her and Cast’s shared priorities of artful design,

In an exclusive campaign release, Rae details how fitting it is to be partnering with Stuart Weitzman in this way. Especially given that she's been wearing glasses for years.

Cosmopolitan chats with Issa Rae about her new "Braeve" Collection with fine jeweler Cast, what she has to say to haters, what's next in fashion, and her creative process.

Cast, the San Francisco-based fine jewelry brand known for its artful and modern designs, partnered with internationally renowned creator, tastemaker, actor, and entrepreneur Issa Rae to create the Braeve Collection.

Issa Rae has revealed the “Braeve” collection with San Francisco-based jewelry brand Cast. The intentional collection designed by Rae is comprised of pieces that can be worn on the day-to-day and also items ideal for evenings out with friends.