The John Hardy Kawung Silver Collection -- New for 2008 !!

John Hardy has created another gorgeous jewelry collection fully realized in the Kawung Silver collection. Just recently announced, this new collection is crafted from sterling silver. Many of the pieces are crafted entirely from silver. These pieces may feature details such as the sculpted leaf design while other jewelry items feature smooth silver. However, do not be fooled by its name. The Kawung Silver collection is not just silver; it also features colorful enamel details in white, turquoise blue and royal blue. In many of the colored pieces, the colored enamel parts are the flowers. The patterning of the flowers can seem to be geometric designs yet they are in fact flowers inspired from the Balinese nature.

Again, we see the design aesthetic of John Hardy exploring new avenues, especially with color in this collection. Perhaps, the new sense of adventurism comes from the new management and maybe even new creative direction since the change of hands late last year. The splashes of color are a welcome novelty to John Hardy jewelry; the pieces are only enhanced, and the tradition of John Hardy jewelry is not lost at all.
Currently, the John Hardy Kawung Silver collection includes bracelets, earrings and rings most of which retail for under $1000. These jewelry items can be found at major luxury retailers and many are available for online ordering.  Check back with ViaLuxe to browse the Kawung Silver collection.