by Veronica Menendez Heather Schultz and Juan Lujan were inspired by the people of Dikokore (pronounced “dee-ko-ko-ray”), while living and working near the village in the nation of Benin. Working in realms spanning education, gender development, environmental awareness, creativity and art, after arriving home in LA the two conceived a way to give back to the West African community. By co-founding Dikokore Designs, the duo …
Black Badger Advanced Composites might not be a name you’re familiar with, but founder James Thompson is in demand from all quarters right now. In a remarkably short period of time, this Canadian-born resident of Gothenburg, Sweden has enjoyed a career path that has seen him chat watches with the CEO of Bell & Ross, design next-gen submarines for the Royal Australian Navy, collaborate with …
A “nostalgic take on the futuristic,” Jessie Harris’ handmade Pilot Necklace is inspired by 1960s sci-fi imagery. Each piece is made to order, and the rose gold plated pendants are shined to an alluringly glossy finish.