Maria Dueñas Jacobs is a former fashion editor and entrepreneur who brings her fresh, luxury-informed perspective to the children’s market. Prior to co-founding Super Smalls, Maria spent over a decade in fashion editorial, including four years as the Accessories and Jewelry Director at ELLE. Her first book, 'The Super Smalls Super Book of Gems: Birthstone Magic, Science, Facts, and Fun,' is out in October 2025.