LAVA : Shiny and matte metals collide to great effect in this cuff bracelet from Vaid’s Lava collection, which is made of darkened, oxidized silver—so on trend right now—crafted in a shell-like swirling pattern that is combined with a series of yellow gold spacers. Despite its hefty look, the bracelet feels light on the wrist, and has a hinge clasp that makes it easy to snap on and off.
Founded by his grandfather in 1920, the Italian tradition of fine jewelry is carried on today by Daniele Valabrega at Vaid. "Our vision could be compared to any well-known fashion house. We see the trends, changes in color, but we still filter the change through our own classic vision." The name Vaid, explains Daniele, is comprised of the "Va," the first two letters of his surname and "id" for "ideas." Their expert use of color in gemstones and metals has made their work a favorite of women self-purchasers.
