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Unlike a fashion brand that pumps out mass-produced frames and sunnies, Viagea is an eyewear brand producing a product that can create 11 styles from 1 pair of glasses. No screws, no rivets, and no soldering used. Their adjustable, multipurpose design allows people to restyle their look on the go while remaining more durable than traditional frames due to the screw-free technology. Viage11 serves to accentuate individual identity and embellish 1 pair with 11 styles.
Continue readingThe work uses layers of circular outlines and changes in folds to design the process of human cognition of the world. The nested structure of concentric circles makes the work present an aesthetic feeling of continuous expansion or contraction, and the overall work reflects a comfortable sense of flow. The combination of gold and diamonds creates a rich and colorful picture and a texture of contrasting layers. The two texture treatments on the metal deepen the layering and spatial extension of the work, reflecting good craftsmanship.
Continue readingThese one of a kind earrings feature an asymmetric design handcrafted in 18ct white gold, 2 x 1ct pear cut diamonds with 1ct pear cut sapphire, and small diamond and sapphires. The earrings can be worn with a drop section that can be added to left the left or right earring or removed and worn as a pendant. The right earring hooks around the ear with flowers balanced inside the ear. Left is a stud earring that compliments it. The left is a flamboyant earring design that takes inspiration from a bird on a branch viewing its perceived reflection while the right is the true shy reflection.
Continue readingInspired by oceanic movements and tidal imageries, it is reminiscent of the frothy ebbs of midnight tides, draping effortlessly over one's shoulder, mimicking the fluidity of a wave caressing down the coastline, imbuing the pulse of the ocean into the wearer's very being. To realize the artistic vision, the neckpiece consists of 79 meticulously modeled units, cast to fulfill specific functions and interconnect through an original linkage mechanism that delivers curated tension and choreographed movement. The assembly engineers a textural unity that is simultaneously resilient and agile.
Continue readingInspired by a fixed-gear cycle, Adley Fixi T1 watch is functional, robust and comfortable to wear throughout the day. The signature design of the watch is the unique case profile, central chainring design, crown position and styling of watch hands, lending a sporting touch reminiscent of the feeling of pedalling. The main challenge was translating the cycle element onto a mechanical watch, numerous 3D modelling and prototype to ensure a refined end product. A new assembly technical was applied to ensure the seamless fit to the watch housing.
Continue readingInsinuations is born from encountering the depths of intimacy. The sensuality of shapes arouses curiosity, provokes and invites viewers to perceive them. Insinuations is an Art to Wear statement that finds the balance between a design with artistic and conceptual value and, at the same time, functional and usable. Each piece is carefully designed in order to achieve the perfect morphology that slides and spills sensually on the body provoking a unique individual experience.
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The chandelier by Victor A. Syrnev
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