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EyeWris

EyeWris is a pair of folding reading glasses that wrap around the wrist. The frames are worn like a bracelet and can be opened into eyewear with one hand, one motion and one second. A patented bi-stable nose bridge made of nitinol memory metal springs open and snaps shut, and is tested for at least 25,000 cycles. Frames are made of lightweight TR-90, with flexible temples shaped for comfort on both the wrist and the face. Polycarbonate lenses include blue-light blocking, UV protection and anti-scratch, anti-smudge and anti-reflective coatings.

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Safety Pin

Safety Pin is a ring shaped as a fully functional safety pin. The ring sits over three of the wearer's fingers and can also be used as a brooch, pendant or pin. Safety Pin is made of 18ct yellow gold and set with multicoloured gemstones of 2.09 carats, with a total weight of 14.40 grams. A 3D model was prepared, then a wax prototype was printed and cast in gold. The cast was finished by hand and polished. The gemstones were fixed in place, and the parts were then joined. The design aims to remain lightweight, wearable and playful.

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Moels and Co 528

Moels and Co 528 is a mid modern century inspired wrist watch with a rectangular shaped case and an asymmetric dial which was sectioned according to the golden ratio. The dial is painted with a silver metallic base mixed with a pigment coating that provides a luminous finish and depending on the light circumstances the color of the dial changes creating an effect that is highly attractive. Without frills, complications or needless decorations this design is truly uncommon on today's market.

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Dancing Crane

Dancing Crane is a necklace shaped like a crane. The long neck of the crane is bent into a slender arc and forms the collar. Simple lines outline the overall shape and contrast with the detailed lines of the tail and the wings. The head is linked to the tail, so the bird appears to look back and comb its feathers. White diamonds, black diamonds, ice jadeite and a ruby are set into the gold body. Hidden buckles behind the collar allow the piece to be separated. The tail becomes a brooch, the wings become a pendant, and the remaining head and neck form a simple necklace for daily wear.

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Aphrodite

Aphrodite is a necklace that can be worn in three different ways, three very different looks. The aim was to create a piece that covered the whole upper torso. A necklace that could stretch out over the shoulders, in a comfortable, wearable, interesting and attractive way. A necklace that could stretch out over the shoulders, in a comfortable, wearable, interesting and attractive way. Aphrodite is the Goddess of Love and Beauty.

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Cactus

Cactus is a cocktail ring for women, part of the Japanese Garden collection. The ring is made of 18K gold and set with a 12.03 carat Ural cabochon emerald that shows a cat's eye effect. Smaller emeralds and diamonds complete the setting. All surfaces are finished, including the needles, which are joined to one another and form an even plane that holds the central emerald. The assembly is complex and demands careful handwork. The Japanese Garden collection presents the inhabitants of a traditional Japanese garden and is inspired by paintings by Japanese artists.

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