It was inherited form her grandmother on her father's side, who was Lebanese and whose surname was Hadadi. Despite being in the third generation of Lebanese descendants in Brazil, the artist preserves a strong connection with her forefathers. "I love Arab culture, mainly the music and cuisine. Many of my articles are drawn freely to the sound of their music. I am also a fan of arabesques," explained Maria.

The designer explained that she first studied Business Administration and then worked in the commercial area for some years, until she discovered that her route and accomplishments were in design. "I had always liked drawing and in my childhood I started creating my own costume jewelery. As time went by, I developed my techniques even further," she explained.

Five years ago she started making products out of epoxy putty. Some time later, after testing several materials, she noticed that steel was perfect for what she wanted to do. "Then all I had to do was follow my intuition. Nature, especially butterflies, with their shapes and colors also served as references," she said.

The months went by, the number of clients rose, production grew and became brand Estylozza, with a factory and showroom no Benedito Calixto Square, in Pinheiros neighborhood, in Sao Paulo. The factory currently employs four people, plus another three or four workers at times of greater demand.

The designer has also already won clients abroad, with sales to Australia, France and the United States. Maria also develops exclusive work based on ideas and drawings taken by her clients. "In these cases, the products are so personalized and different that they end up having a special meaning both for those developing them and for those wearing them," she pointed out.

Recently, the designer launched a line of earrings, pendants, necklaces, rings and bracelets, all in brushed steel. In the new collection, special attention is on the products in the shapes of mandalas. Apart from steel and tin, the products are made out of stone, chains, Formica and chamois leather strands. In the male line, the designer has created rings and pendants for modern men, also in steel.

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