Filipino jewelry rendered in splashes of ink and color by illustrator, artist, and Lifestyle Asia March 2026 cover star, Martina Lebron.
Illustrator and artist Martina Lebron draws a world where Filipino jewelry opens the door to fantasy, fashion, and endless play. Here, the exquisite work of local designers takes on a life of its own.
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Sinulid filigree earrings, handmade in fi ne silver with a warm 22-karat gold finish by MARIA ANGELICA
Barter ring, reworked by ADAM PEREYRA, made to hang on the ears, original rendition was crafted in sterling silver by goldsmith Ely Arcilla II
Sinulid filigree necklace by MARIA ANGELICA
Vintage turquoise, blue sapphire, and diamond earrings in 18-karat yellow gold by RIQUEZA JEWELLERY
Floral earrings crafted from natural mother of pearl with gold detailing and diamond accents by RIQUEZA JEWELLERY
Bombé bangle by GOLDEN MONSTERA
Sienna earrings featuring natural diamonds and 18-karat yellow gold by SOFIA YULO FINE JEWELRY
This article was originally published in our March 2026 issue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Martina Lebron is an illustrator, fine artist, and textile designer who serves as the Lifestyle Asia March 2026 cover star. Her specialized feature showcases a series of editorial ink and color illustrations that recontextualize contemporary and heritage fine jewelry collections from prominent Philippine designers.
Maria Angelica’s featured pieces, such as the Sinulid series, utilize traditional filigree techniques. The collection is entirely handmade using fine silver, which is subsequently treated with a rich, warm 22-karat gold vermeil finish to preserve classical design textures while maintaining premium structural longevity.
Originally forged as a statement sterling silver ring by master goldsmith Ely Arcilla II, the artifact was structurally re-engineered and reinterpreted by designer Adam Pereyra. The modified contemporary configuration adapts the original silver foundation into an avant-garde piece designed to hang elegantly as an ear adornment.
RIQUEZA JEWELLERY is spotlighted for its use of precious materials and natural ocean artifacts. The curation features their antique 18-karat yellow gold earrings set with vintage hand-cut turquoise, blue sapphires, and brilliant diamonds, alongside structural floral earrings carved from natural mother-of-pearl.
The editorial art showcase highlights a curated list of independent Philippine luxury brands, including Maria Angelica (specializing in filigree), Adam Pereyra (focused on reworked metal antiquities), Riqueza Jewellery (known for estate gems and mother-of-pearl), Golden Monstera (recognized for modern brass/gold bombé forms), and Sofia Yulo Fine Jewelry (celebrated for clean, diamond-set 18-karat yellow gold works).
