Having arrived from Thailand in 1994 to pursue her education; Tai attended UCLA to gain a degree in business. With an extensive array of family experience in jewelry manufacturing and a deep love for the art of jewelry making, Tai first started her business at a Santa Monica open-air market. Her inspiration was derived from her mother, who loved to knit and crochet. After a year in the Santa Monica markets, Tai moved her business up the next level and now designs for many high profile clients.