The California Belle

Erneshya Ray, affectionately known as Erny Ray, is a woman of diverse talents and boundless creativity, born on August 30, 1984, under the discerning sign of Virgo, in the vibrant city of Compton, CA. From an early age, Erny was captivated by the allure of beautiful necklaces adorning women, yet she couldn’t find the perfect piece that resonated with her. This quest inspired her to embark on her own journey of craftsmanship, leading to the birth of SohGent CA’Belle™️, a brand where a Southern Gentleman meets a California Belle, at the intersection of spirituality and culture.

Erny Ray, a self-proclaimed California Belle, embodies charm, beauty, grace, and intelligence, blending the hospitality of a Southern Belle with the vibrancy of California. With a blend of book smarts and street education, Erny possesses a well-rounded persona, exuding elegance while being down-to-earth.

As a full-time entrepreneur, Erny Ray is dedicated to empowering families towards financial freedom, sharing her expertise as a financial freedom coach. Alongside her entrepreneurial pursuits, she is a skilled jeweler specializing in crafting exquisite copper jewelry embedded with semi-precious crystals. Her passion for zodiac signs and birthstones led her to create stunning rings, necklaces, pendants, earrings, bracelets, and ankle bracelets, establishing herself as the go-to premier copper jeweler since 2021.

Erny Ray’s journey took her from Compton to Birmingham, Alabama, in 2013 with her eldest child, Cadence. However, due to a family tragedy, they relocated back to California in 2016. During the summer of 2017, Erneshya visited dear friends in Birmingham, where she encountered the man who would become her future husband. Despite the geographical distance, their bond blossomed into a fairy-tale romance, leading to their marriage in October 2018. Following their heartfelt union, Erneshya, along with her son Cadence, swiftly made the decision to return to Birmingham, Alabama, drawn by the enduring love and connection she found there and where she fell in love with a Southern gentleman. They welcoming her youngest, Kross, a pandemic baby, in April 2020, solidifying her ties to both her roots and her newfound home.

SohGent CA’Belle™️ is not just a brand; it’s a culmination of Erny Ray’s passion, creativity, and dedication to craftsmanship, intertwining spirituality, culture, and the beauty of handmade jewelry. Through her designs, she strives to evoke the essence of spiritual awakening and cultural significance, embracing the elegance of a Southern Belle with the free-spirited essence of California.