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Jhené Aiko's Jewelry Line: A Trip to Prehistoric LA
18 Jun
Summary
- Jhené Aiko's new jewelry collection draws inspiration from California's natural and prehistoric past.
- The collaboration features pieces inspired by the Jurassic period and the state fossil, the saber-toothed cat.
- Aiko aims to showcase the deeper, mystical layers of Los Angeles beyond its superficial reputation.
Six years after her last album, Jhené Aiko is set to release her highly anticipated project, "Westside Whimsy." In anticipation, the singer has collaborated with Awe Inspired on a new jewelry line.
This collection, created under her lifestyle brand ALLEL, features necklaces, pendants, and an oil diffuser ring. The designs are deeply inspired by California's natural beauty and its ancient history, particularly the Jurassic period when dinosaurs and mythical creatures are imagined to have roamed the region.
Aiko shared that the inspiration stemmed from a visit to the La Brea Tar Pits with her son. This experience allowed her to visualize prehistoric Los Angeles and connect with her roots. The saber-toothed cat, California's state fossil, is a recurring motif, symbolizing adaptability, strength, and the divine feminine.
Beyond the prehistoric elements, Aiko seeks to showcase the profound, mystical essence of Los Angeles. She aims to counter the city's superficial reputation by highlighting its hidden depths and natural wonders, encouraging others to find magic in their surroundings.
The "Westside Whimsy" jewelry collaboration is aesthetically aligned with Aiko's forthcoming album, reflecting her imaginative approach to life and creativity. She views her artistic process as an extension of her experiences, often translating emotions and observations into music and art, inspired by a childlike sense of wonder.
Aiko emphasizes the importance of perseverance and emotional expression, hoping her children learn to appreciate life and create beauty from all feelings. She identified the intersection of Overhill and Slauson, along with the Santa Monica Pier, as the most whimsical places in California.
