SAKURA #23025

The cherry blossom (sakura) is a very important symbol for the Japanese and is traditionally associated with the Hanami festivities. This tradition, which means "contemplation of flowers", generally consists of admiring cherry blossoms with family or friends. For a long time, this activity was perceived as a philosophical activity above all, even if today we take more advantage of it to picnic and spend
a pleasant moment with our loved ones, surrounded by cherry trees in bloom.

Born from the philosophy of "Mono no Aware" advocating the beauty of ephemeral things, hanami is an activity that encourages introspection. Indeed, although cherry blossoms can be admired when they are still beautiful have all their petals, they are born and fade in record time before the eyes of those who contemplate them. Their passage on earth last an average of two weeks, and is ephemeral, like the man who admires them. In this sense, Hanami reminds us that life is short and that we must enjoy it. The cherry tree season is then the time for assessments and invites each of us to take the time to reflect on our desires and projects.

Even today, the flowering of cherry trees remains a moment of introspection turned towards the future. Announcing the beginning of the school year and the coming spring, it is a symbol of renewal and future happiness.
I really like this philosophy of Japanese contemplation, we who live in a world that no longer takes the time to stop, to settle down and consider what really matters. Living at 100 miles an hour prevents us from seeing and feeling the essence of our reason for being on this earth... To represent the delicacy of cherry blossoms,
I chose for these bracelets cherry pink quartz for its transparency and its magnificent soft color, smoky topaz quartz and epidote with subtle pink/beige/greenish colors that blend perfectly with pink quartz.

I see organic reminders of these magnificent Sakura and makes me want to sit down and take the time to breathe and enjoy BEING, quite simply.... 

 DESCRIPTION : 

Trio of elastic bracelets (Lycra.08mm lined) 7.5 in.
Colours: Cherry pink, light olive green/pink, smoky topaz crystal, gold
Semi-precious stones:
Cherry pink quartz, smoked topaz quartz, epidote
Antique gold Buddha head and golden separators
Antique gold lotus flower charm

   SANTORINI #23026

 The inspiration for this bracelet comes from a place of incomparable beauty, Santorini, one of the Greek islands of the Cyclades, in the Aegean Sea. It is undoubtedly a place I dream visiting one day... This island was destroyed by a volcanic eruption in the 16th century BC, which definitively shaped its rugged landscapes. Santorini offers breathtaking views with its white houses with blue domes, perched atop cliffs overlooking an underwater caldera (crater). Santorini is one of the main tourist attractions in Greece and, in addition to its beaches composed of black, red and white lava pebbles, there are archaeological sites such as the ancient cities of Thera and Akrotiri where Minoan ruins were found.

The villages of Oia and Fira are among the most beautiful and picturesque on the island and you can admire superb sunsets. This magnificent island is also a unique vineyard, produced by fire, the sea, the sun and the ingenuity of mankind for thousands of years.
They produce great wines with a volcanic taste and unique marine accents. In particular, you can sip the "Vinsanto", a famous local wine produced since ancient times.

So here we are, with its white jade stones as well as howlite and agate with turquoise tones, I have created a unique bracelet that will hopefully make you travel in your head and in your heart. Discover Santorini, the fantastic and unforgettable island!

 DESCRIPTION :

  Bracelet-elastic in trio 7.5 in. (standard)
Colours: white, turquoise, light blue, touches of grey, silver
Semi-precious stones:
- Turquoise Agate
- Howlite marbled turquoise / grey / white
- Frosted white jade
- Agate vein-dragon turquoise
- Silver beads and separators
- 1 silver pl. Hamsa charm

TERRE PRÉCIEUSE #23027

 This sacred land that we inhabit, that has supported us for thousands of years and that we have not always been able to respect, is in bad shape. We have trampled on it, bruised and abused it for too long. Today, while our beautiful Earth is sick, it is time to sound the alarm because we realize that we have gone too far.
We must wake up and become aware before it is too late; indeed, it is one minute to midnight...

Our beautiful land needs us, it has supported us despite the abuses, we owe it all the respect it deserves. Let us heal her, clean her and love her, it is so late and we have been so slow to awaken... We take for granted her existence and support, but she is slowly dying and her children, animals, plants and waters are suffering cruelly...

I love this precious land, it should be our priority, above all the rest... Because if the environment is dying, nothing else will matter. Let us take care of her and together help her to regenerate herself; we must understand that if she dies, we too are condemned... Let us honor this sacred land, our mother of all!

DESCRIPTION :

 Trio of 7.5" elastic bracelets (standard)
Colours: Brown, chestnut, green, ivory, beige, silver
Semi-precious stones:
Ivory Fossil Stones, Picasso (brown/chestnut/green), Green Aventurine, Ukanite, Green Jasper, Silverleaf (green/beige) Metal beads and silver plated separators
Silver pl. elephant charm

VITALITÉ #23028

 What could be better than the orange-red cornelian to stimulate the senses and creativity? The colour of the rising and setting sun, it symbolizes earthly life and vitality. To give my bracelets an original look, I have included reconstructed malachites with vivid turquoise, orange and a touch of black.
By adding dark reddish brown jasper stones, we attenuate a little the intensity of the other colours; a balance in a way....

To symbolize vitality,
I added a beautiful stainless steel "tree of life" charm. To root well in order to rise better, the tree of life represents well the balance so much sought in our life....

DESCRIPTION :

 Trio of elastic bracelets - 7.5 in. (standard) Colours: Reddish brown, burnt orange, turquoise, touch of black, silver
Semi-precious stones:
Carnelian, burnt orange agate, reconstituted malachite (turquoise/orange/black), dark red brown jasper
Silver plated metal beads and separators
Charm: stainless steel tree of life

YIN-YANG #23029.

 When you think of the cultures of the Far East and the symbolism associated with them, one of the first symbols that comes to mind is certainly the Yin Yang. As an integral part of Chinese philosophy (Taoism), the Yin Yang symbol is considered as the representation of the dual nature of things like good and evil, light and darkness, positive and negative.
The meaning and symbol of the yin yang goes back to ancient China. The symbol represents the belief that everything in the universe is made up of two opposing but complementary forces. In general, the Yin Yang symbol is used to represent the simultaneous unity and duality of nature and all that is on earth. In the symbol, we see a balance between the two opposites, darkness and light, with a little of each present in the other. These two opposite poles are present in all things and interconnected by the Chi (pronounced Chi).

We could translate Chi differently by Vital Energy. It refers to a subtle, immeasurable and unlimited substance that makes up the entire cosmos. Indeed, it circulates in the world around us, in our body and mind. It is called Chi in China, Ki in Japan and Prana in India. I wanted to represent these two poles, Yin and Yang, by creating a trio of bracelets made entirely of black volcanic stones and white jade. Since there is always a bit of both in reality (nothing is completely white and nothing is totally black),

I added some black dragon-vein agates, veined with white... Striving for balance is the goal of everything and everyone of us... "Yin and Yang are opposed. Yin and Yang complement each other. Yin and Yang are inseparable"

DESCRIPTION :

 Trio of elastic bracelets -7.5 in.(stabdard)
Colours: Black, white, crystal and silver
Semi-precious stones:
Frosted white jade, Black volcanic stones, Black agates vein-dragon, Hematite
Oval and round faceted glass stones Silver plated metal ball and separators
Silver pl. Yin-Yang charm