Chris Aire

Christopher Aire (born December 25, 1964) is a Nigerian born African American jeweler and timepiece designer. He is the president of Solid 21 Incorporated and the founder of his eponymous brand, Chris Aire.

Early years Chris Aire was born in Ivue-Uromi, Edo, Nigeria.

Breaking into the acting scene proved to be unsuccessful, so Aire decided to channel his talents towards music. He joined a group called Raw Silk, collaborating and performing with the band for a few years. The band did not experience the type of success he had hoped for, so he decided to break away in hopes of creating a solo career.

Aire opened his first boutique at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja, Nigeria, in 2012. In 2014, Aire moved his United States office from downtown Los Angeles to his US flagship boutique in Beverly Hills.

Recognition and titles The Los Angeles Times described Aire as "The King of Bling". Rolling Stone magazine called him "The Emperor of Ice". Wall Street Journal, IDEX, JCK MAGAZINE, Elle, Vogue, Black Enterprise, Robb Report, Watch time, QP magazine, Rapaport magazine, and Los Angeles Magazine.

He has also been featured on CNN, Washington Times, USA Today, and the Discovery Channel.

Personal life Aire is married to Diana Atinuke Durojaiye. They have three children. He is based in Los Angeles and visits Nigeria often.