Miscellaneous (2003-2005)

Jeu d’enfant

When I think back to childhood, I immediately recall my grandmother playing with a simple string. Using only her hands, she transformed it into shapes like the Eiffel Tower or a parachute, teaching me the magic of imagination through basic gestures.

This idea of simplicity, play, and transformation inspired me to create a necklace that can change shape based on how it's handled. Made of beads on a transparent silicone thread, it locks into new forms as you manipulate it—like a puzzle you wear.

In traditional societies, jewelry often signified rank, age, or valor. In ours, pearl necklaces represent social status. I reimagined this symbol, merging adult sophistication with childhood play. This necklace becomes a manual emblem—an expression of creativity and skill.

My grandmother, who once taught me with string, now models the necklace, demonstrating two of many possible forms. Each version reflects a different story, shaped by imagination and hands.