LUZ MINERVA´S FLOWER

LUZ MINERVA is represented by a simple flower created by its designer when she was four years old.  Since then, that flower has assumed multiple shapes and colors, but always as a simple flower.
Inspiration is found in the garden along all the seasons and from a living element the LM flower is transformed into silver, gold, enamels, pavés and engraved on gemstones, carrying in its design and craftmanship the special energy of the garden´s flowers.
Our latitude in Barcelona is 42 N. and in spite of it and because of the mild Mediterranean climate  with its balmy breezes, the conditions for flowering plants to bloom all year round are found...from the simple yellow clover of winter to the more sophisticated hydrangeas of the spring and summer.  May, June and July are exceptionally bountiful, before the heat strikes.

The sprinkle of simple flowers is the basis of the LM flower, that simple, variable, yet recognizable flower, that has a presence on every item of LM jewelry.  It is a flower that in its simplicity wants to greet those who look at it and in its welcoming smile opens its heart to all of you...always remembering that it is a symbol of love and gratitude.  

NOMAD TRIBES FROM CENTRAL ASIA

UZBEK is one of several nomad tribes These are Kuchi (meaning nomad) tribes which are nomadic pastoralists.  These nomads are Sunni Muslims and travel the alpine routes between Pakistan and Afghanistan.  The Kuchi are migratory herdsmen and they depend on their livestock for survival.  Some of the tribes have recently settled due to the effects of war and drought.  The Kuchi groups are composed of different ethnic groups.

The earliest adornments found in Uzbekistan date back to the 12th century BC .  The jewelry of the Uzbecks is characterized by its richness of form, gracefulness of decoration and elaborated details.  Silver has always been the favorite material and perhaps it has to due with their belief that this metal neutralizes poisons, keeps off evil spirits and preserves purity.  Nevertheless, craftsmen in Bukhara preferred gold as it was abundant in the river running through its valley.  Their favorite technique has always been filigree, although, enamelling, engraving, metal carving and incrustations are also common.

Uzbek women love jewelry and this is very elaborate and received mostly at their weddings.  They continue using these jewels until the birth of their first child.

Uzbek tribes use big hanging imaginative adornments at the entrance of their tents to avoid evil spirits entering their dwelling.  These are composed of textiles, different metals, crystal beads, many of them with the eye, cymbals and a long etc.

Passion for jewelry, passion for beauty anywhere in the world across time boundaries..eternal. 

NEW ARRIVALS

Beautiful Luz Minerva s jewelry new pieces for you to browse on our online boutique

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WHY THE ANAIS COLLECTION?

Anais is the sister of our designer.  She loves bold strong colors, like yellows, oranges and reds in all its shades.  The Anais Collection was created thinking of Anais and her tastes...simple jewelry with bright colors
and surprising twists.

This is our basic collection with its novel Luz Minerva links and lock system.  It uses 925 silver, 18k recycled gold, enamels, leathers and semiprecious gemstones

JEWELRY TRENDS SPRING-SUMMER 2013

BIG and LONG continue to be the magic words in jewelry trends with hoops being on top of the list.
Ethnic influences also continue to play an important role in fashion accesories with bright colors and different exotic textures, like wood and metals like brass and copper...long strings of beads like turquoises and silver also join the spring-summer parade.
Be it as it may, the emphasis is on pretty details...pretty is on.

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SAINT VALENTINE'S DAY

This is a special day for lovers since ancient times, with origins in the Christian martyrs, one of them was Saint Valentine.  Nevertheless, other cultures and religions also celebrate love; sometimes in a different date, such as Saint Jordi's, patron of Catalunya, which celebrates it with a rose and a book on the 23rd of April.

Enjoy your day and be lovable  :)

With love

The LM team

LUZ MINERVA S VISIT TO ITS ISTANBUL ATELIER

 Planning the visit to the workshops is always exciting, requiring organization, energy and enthusiasm, but always worthwhile.
Alin received us with wonderful surprises...Laura s designs were a reality...a reality full of color and new shapes.

We wish to share this experience with you.