DUNCAN STEVENS

I guess for as long as I can remember the kind of clients I have always ended up with are strong women. They are self-made and tough as nails, and this got me thinking about their spirit and what best represents beauty, a tough disposition and the ability to go toe to toe with any man out there. The Valkyrie theme is a celebration of the strong women in my life. It's about armour, flight and the strength present in all of us. The collection includes ready-to-wear pendants, rings, earrings and bangles all part of this collection.

Although mostly unisex, I have included in this story, a small line specifically for men too. All pieces are handmade Sterling silver and gold fashion forward jewellery. The imagery of birds and flight has long been a symbol of the ascension of man to a higher reality. I wanted to explore this theme of flight, winged-helms, armour and the fierce nature of the Valkyrie themselves in my work. Using savage razor-sharp edges, highly polished plate and geometric pieces, I create freedom through exquisite futuristic wing motifs, layered neck pieces, delicate pendants, bangles, pins and shirt collar chains.