2026 | Professional

French Design Awards Silver Winner

Limpid Window

Entrant

Chengdu Zi-Xu Jewelry Co., Ltd.

Category

Fashion Design - Jewelry

Client's Name

Zhi Xu

Country / Region

China

Drawing inspiration from Song-style lattice windows and yulan magnolias, this detachable dual-wear jadeite earring embodies the auspicious symbolism of magnolias by the ear, unlocking two styles of oriental charm in one piece of jewelry.

Since ancient times, yulan magnolias have symbolized wealth and prosperity, purity and nobility. Their pale, gentle blooms carry blessings of peace and good fortune. The earring consists of two separate components: a magnolia pendant and a silver lattice frame, which can be effortlessly assembled or disassembled with a buckle for flexible styling shifts.

Worn alone, the delicate silver branch is carved into a blooming magnolia, set with teardrop lake jadeite. Dainty and understated, it pairs perfectly with casual commuter outfits and simple blouses, lending a soft, tranquil aura to the wearer.

When combined with the antique rectangular silver lattice frame, it transforms into an elongated drop earring. The plain silver frame features artistic blank space, with a slanting magnolia branch framed within it, accented by dangling jadeite droplets that shimmer gracefully with every movement, visually lengthening the facial contour. Ideal for cheongsams and new Chinese-style long dresses, it delivers an air of serene, refined elegance.

Crafted entirely from hand-carved S925 sterling silver with intricate floral and leaf textures, the jadeite boasts translucent, lustrous water quality. The detachable dual-wear design balances practicality and aesthetics, allowing seamless switches between minimalist daily grace and gentle banquet sophistication. Blessed by the magnolia’s auspicious meaning and the poetic grace of lattice windows, this earring captures the unique reserved tenderness of oriental women with every assemble and detach.

Credits

Designer
Zhi Xu
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