SARI
The Sari collection is inspired by the myriad patterns, weaves and colours of this iconic 5 yard length of fabric. Within its dimensions, the sari holds so much symbolism; from the stark but rich simplicity of Kerala’s white and gold geometric lines, to the intricate riots of fronds, flowers and birds that characterise the textiles of Gujarat and Madya Pradesh, the sari encapsulates a universe of meaning.
A marker of national and regional identity, different patterns and weaves can also be worn to mark the passing of the seasons, and the wrapping style indicating what traditions of work the wearer might come from.
This collection has been inspired by the subtleties of colour combination, the juxtaposition of matte and high shine surfaces created by woven gold in the saris of Benares and Kerala, the balance of transparency and opacity in the Jamdani style and the particular graphic rendering of temples and birds from the saris of Odisha. Alice has deployed elements of the granulation technique, established in Greece but carried to India by Alexander the Great and reimagined in the Indian style. She has also created a new enamel technique for the collection, introducing the first rendering of the marbling technique in lacquer.
In this first colour scheme, Alice has used rich tones of oranges, rust, plum, red and a mixture of opaque and transparent black, with stones such as carnelian, pink tourmaline, garnets and accents of coloured sapphire. Exclusive pieces in the second ice cream candy tones of mint, pale pink and neon pink, accented with violet spinel, mint and pink tourmaline, are now available through Twist and Liberty London.
Made to the highest level of production quality here in the UK, the Sari collection pieces are created to last. With the correct levels of care these durable enamel pieces should wear in the same way as gold jewellery, with the added advantage that many of the styles in this collection can have the colours changed should client’s wish to have a refreshing. Our bespoke & made to measure process explains this service.
The Sari collection can be made to measure for engagement rings and wedding bands, where clients can choose stones and colours to order, and Alice is regularly commissioned to recreate client’s heirloom pieces into new bespoke jewellery in this style. Sari can also be ordered in Fairtrade gold, and client’s own gold, as well as alternative alloys. Please contact rossella@alicecicolini.com to find out more about how we can work with you to create your treasured piece of heirloom jewellery.
