Beaded jewelry and the art of feminine
adornment go hand in hand, and the association
is ancient and intimately related to our
feminine concepts of power of energy.

I learned beading at the foot of my grandmother
in northeastern Brazil, and for my entire life
beading has been a form of meditation and
jewelry a source of empowerment. Today,
more and more women are discovering the
timeless beauty and charm of beaded jewelry,
blending traditional motifs with modern
couture to create a look of deep and primal
elegance. I am pleased to present this
original collection of fine beaded and
silver jewelry.

—Carmen de Novais