Sentimentality has all the time been a giant part of jewelry, however it’s actually solely for the reason that monumental creations of cult New York label FoundRae that feelings have been expressed so unabashedly and proudly. Every of the model’s now iconic talismans, designed as fashionable heirlooms and meant by no means to be taken off, are steeped in mythology, bringing collectively classical and archetypal symbols into a up to date context, typically swinging from a chunky, equally recognisable chain.
FoundRae’s newest creation is a brand new, statement-making chain that its inventive director Beth Hutchens has named the ‘Robust Coronary heart’ chain. Impressed by the concept of all-encompassing, unconditional love, the design emerged whereas Hutchens was rolling out lengthy skinny worms of play dough along with her daughter. She then started sketching shapes shaped by lengthy tubes and elongated coronary heart shapes, sculpturally twisting the hyperlinks collectively. The top result’s a group of chains that subtly resembles a series of hearts, additionally the label’s heaviest chain hyperlink design thus far.
FoundRae ‘Robust Coronary heart’ gold chains
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‘The “Robust Hearts” chain is the primary chain we’ve made that has the symbolism constructed into the design. Every hyperlink begins and ends with love for the reason that precise form of the hyperlink is discreetly based mostly on a coronary heart,’ says Hutchens. ‘The chain feels daring and hard, however then the importance of it’s extra like the key notice tucked right into a bouquet. I really feel just like the “Robust Hearts” chain is exclusive for us as a result of it actually stands by itself and works as an announcement piece, even and not using a medallion on it, however then additionally layers so properly.’
Comprised of 18ct strong gold, the chain is artistically made utilizing the misplaced wax technique. There may be even a patent at present pending. ‘This design had three severe challenges: the load of the chain, the seamless closure, and the precision of the element of the hearts,’ Hutchens explains of why the method to make the design a actuality took years. ‘I knew that I needed an outsized scale, so the methodology of manufacturing wanted to have the ability to dimension up in a manner that was nonetheless wearable. At first we had forged every hyperlink utilizing the misplaced wax technique, however not solely did it turn out to be too heavy however the sharpness of the center element misplaced an excessive amount of within the course of and the sharpening. And the complexity of the closure finally led us to Italy for his or her knowledgeable craftsmanship. Discovering the precise craftsman there allowed us to finish the design. The design will be lovely, however it additionally has to have the ability to be effortlessly worn and the precise weight.’
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Exuding energy at first look due to its substantial look, but revealing an undercurrent of tenderness as soon as the center types reveal themselves, the brand new chain is an icon within the making. ‘I like that the hearts should not actually noticeable. They’re extra like a secret you retain in your pocket, just like the love notes your mother left in your lunch bag or the romantic message tucked right into a bouquet,’ she concludes.
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