Tradition meets contemporary in a sold-out collaboration between Kathy & Kathy Bespoke and artist Demi Padua, crafting unique 14k gold pendants.
Golden Layers was where tradition and contemporary design met.
This was a collaboration between Kathy and Kathy Bespoke and Filipino contemporary artist Demi Padua.
This extraordinary union seamlessly merged the realms of traditional and contemporary aesthetics as Padua meticulously worked along with jewelers Kathy Sarabia-Babst and Kathy Gregorio-Añover to produce the exquisite pendants that could be worn as brooches as well.
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The limited collection, and the first collaborative work of the artist, produced seven one-of-a-kind pieces.
Each unique design is entirely handmade in 14k gold and each based on a design by Padua.
Each piece also comes in a case with a special stand, each hand painted and embellished by Padua himself.
This special collaboration produced a set of fine bespoke jewelry that sold out at a recent fair in less than three hours.
Padua is a visionary artist who masterfully weaves together faces and experiences to retell profound narratives.
By combining the beauty found in disparate elements, he crafts a new semblance, symbolizing the endless possibilities that emerge when different elements converge.
Through his art, Padua reminds us that new life, creativity, and inspiration can always blossom.
Complementing this artistic vision is Kathy & Kathy Bespoke, an advocate for the preservation of the unique and fading craft of handcrafted jewelry.
This collaboration explores the possibilities of artistic expression using the brand’s signature craftsmanship.
It has pushed boundaries by using various metal finishes for depth and contrast, hand-cut gold for layers, a combination of diamonds and gemstones, as well as filigree and tamburin to bring to life Padua’s work.
Together, Golden Layers embraced tradition while embracing the dynamism of contemporary design.
Banner photo courtesy of Kathy and Kathy Bespoke.
