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19 Jun 2019

By Archana Heenpella In many cultures, including ours, jewellery symbolises many salient features of local traditions and values. Aside from being a status symbol, jewellery has also become a distinctive element in fashion, carrying its own weight and adding a special touch to even the safest wardrobe choices. So, what goes into the creation of modern and classic jewellery that strikes at the heart of both men and women? This week, we spoke to Kalpani Nan, the name behind contemporary accessories brand, AADNA, and her inspiration when it comes to her distinctive designs. What drove you to start your own line of jewellery? Arts and crafts have always been my passion. So, I knew in my heart that I wanted to pursue a profession that would enable me to make use of my artistic skills. As soon as I finished my high school education, I joined AOD. After completing my degree, with the support of my family and friends, I took the first step towards making my dream a reality by launching my brand, AADNA. Is there a story behind each piece? What are your primary inspirations when it comes to form and design? We inspire to send a message with each piece of jewellery. It is through this message that we hope to relate to all women out there. Take, for example, the Bar Earring. This is a reversible piece – one side featuring a polished finishing and the other side a matte finish. This is meant to represent the duality of all things in life. This is the same principle we follow with the form and designs we choose. We have flamboyant pieces like the Coin Hoop Earring that stand out and scream certain values, such as being fashion-forward and confident. On the other hand, pieces like the Spring Ring, Wire Ring, and Double-band Ring draw inspiration from the simpler things in life. What's the selection process like when you choose stones for your pieces? Stones hold a special place in my heart. The search and selection process is an adventure in and of itself. We don’t select a stone to match the design. Rather, we make the design match the stone. Take the Fire Drop Ring. The design of the ring is completely inspired by the vision of hosting the special shape of the stone adorning it. The Drop of Venus is another excellent representation of our passion to keep the stone as the key element of the design and the centre of attention. What’s your favourite piece and why? This is the most difficult question to answer! It’s almost impossible for me to pick one over the other. If I have to choose, though, I’ll go ahead with rings from my first collection, Caprice. The Impressions Ring and Amber Ring are some of my favourites, simply because of my love for the stones used. They are both one-off natural stones and never fail to astonish me with their true, natural beauty. The Mirrored Plate Earring, Mirrored Penny Ring, and Mirrored Disk Ring from my Athena collection also hold special places in my heart due to their simple elegance. They’re almost a testimony that true beauty can be found in the simple things in life. How would a modern Sri Lankan woman style your pieces in day-to-day settings? We have many pieces that are perfectly suitable for everyday use. Our range of stackable rings and simple earrings are perfect for everyday wear. These designs are not only fashionable but also very practical and are, therefore, perfect for daily use. We offer both silver and gold-plated jewellery with and without stones – there’s something to suit every mood! A circle is a simple shape and yet, it can be elevated to a higher value in fashion with a simple design feature. The Flame Cuff and Arrow Cuff both represent an ordinary cuff that’s transformed into an elegant design by a simple twist. Both designs are very practical and versatile, suited to the lifestyle of the modern woman. How do you style your pieces? What I wear directly relates to the occasion and my mood. For an official gathering, I usually wear simple but loud pieces such as the Fire Earring and/or a chunky ring coupled up with a few knuckle rings or a stone ring. One of my favourite ways of dressing up is by adding a pop of colour to my outfit. I do this by adding one piece with a colourful, natural stone. For a fun day with my girls, my go-to choice when it comes to accessories is rings. I simply love playing with all kinds of rings; metallic, masculine rings, dainty and delicate designs, simple band rings, and chunky rings adorned with colourful stones. My must-have ring is fashioned with a beautiful turquoise stone that instantly lights me up! If you wish to go for a loud or simple look, you can do so just by the way you accessorise. Adding that one necklace or removing that ring from your finger can make a whole lot of difference! What plans do you have for your brand in the future? What sets it apart from other jewellery collections? The stones that we use are one-off, unique pieces. After cut and polish, no stone will resemble another in the lot. That way, our customers get to own truly unique pieces. All our jewellery is crafted locally with the influence of the Sri Lankan heritage. With all our designs, we also strive to feature contemporary designs without sacrificing the quality of the stones or local crafting techniques. We operate our online platform via our Instagram page, AADNA JEWELLERY, and our website can be found at www.aadna.store. Our exclusive products are currently available at Shay Int. and Urban Island. We look forward to launching a few more exciting projects in the near future.

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Discover Kapruka, the leading online shopping platform in Sri Lanka, where you can conveniently send Gifts and Flowers to your loved ones for any event. Explore a wide range of popular Shopping Categories on Kapruka, including Toys, Groceries, Electronics, Birthday Cakes, Fruits, Chocolates, Automobile, Mother and Baby Products, Clothing, and Fashion. Additionally, Kapruka offers unique online services like Money Remittance, Astrology, Medicine Delivery, and access to over 700 Top Brands. Also If you’re interested in selling with Kapruka, Partner Central by Kapruka is the best solution to start with. Moreover, through Kapruka Global Shop, you can also enjoy the convenience of purchasing products from renowned platforms like Amazon and eBay and have them delivered to Sri Lanka.Send love straight to their heart this Valentine's with our thoughtful gifts!


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