Elise Sheehan Jewelry

With one-off craftsmanship and mismatched styling, these pieces have soul and a story to tell

While there could be something cute and quirky about walking out the door wearing a mismatched pair of socks, it’s generally a sign that you either woke up late or its laundry day. Melbourne-based jewelry designer Elise Sheehan, however, takes the idea of the mismatch and turns it instead into a stylish “je ne sais quoi.” While thematically similar, each pair of Sheehan’s earrings consists …

Moratorium Jewelry

Our interview with designer Jeanette Lai Thomas on her design preference for clean lines and bold, geometric shapes

Whether she’s riding her Ducati or looking after her one-year-old daughter (and South African mastiff), self-taught jewelry designer Jeanette Lai Thomas exudes dedication. Her brand Moratorium favors sleek, structural lines and geometric shapes with a distinctive gothic edge, while avoiding harsh or clunky pieces. Sold around the world in retailers including Opening Ceremony and Hong Kong’s WOAW store, Moratorium is gaining an audience of people …

Cheapo Watches

Inexpensive time pieces with playful, fun designs from Sweden

With 2015 in full swing, many around the globe are already finding their New Year’s resolutions easier said than done. For those looking to be more punctual, and more sensible with their spending this time around, Sweden’s Cheapo watches offers countless clever timepiece designs that won’t empty out your wallet. Though they’re certainly not new on the international scene, the modest brand has recently started …