Ambush

Ambush started in 2008 as a jewelry design brand by Tokyo-based power couple Yoon Ahn and her husband, hip-hop recording artist Verbal. What began as experimentation and a need to create custom pieces for Verbal has evolved into a collection of bold charismatic accessories with extensive industry recognition. The partners met at the University Of Boston where Ahn was studying graphic design and Verbal was a philosophy and marketing major before launching his music career, relocating the couple to Japan. After years of creating pop-art jewelry inspired by Tokyo’s distinct fashion scene, Ambush rose to prominence with their trademark Lichtenstein-inspired ring POW!® ring.

With the newly garnered attention, the brand began collaborating with internationally renowned brands including Sacai, Colette, Kitsuné, and A Bathing Ape. In 2015, Ambush extended its offerings to ready-to-wear, debuting their first collection in Paris. In 2018, Ahn was named the jewelry designer for Dior Homme.