Sleek Hoops A148309 Japanese silk threads & metallics

Japanese silk threads & metallics are bundled to create this intriguing helical Kongoh Gumi Kumihimo braid

or a simple jeans and a white tee combination for a bit of ease

be sure to distribute weight evenly

this work is made from iridescent and lustrous hand-loomed Indian silks and luminous synthetic on a two-ply cotton duck backing

Sleek Hoops A148309 Japanese silk threads & metallicsSophisticated hoops are created using the anticlastic raising technique, in which the artist hammers flat sheets of sterling silver and 18k gold bimetal into sculptural curves. Each piece is polished to a high shine for a beautiful brilliance.