The Bite Magazine - Autumn/Winter 2024 - Issue 36

bitejewellery Another is ‘Ombre’, which features gemstones of the same col- our, such as pink, green, and blue, but chosen and displayed from the lightest to the darkest shades.” She finds designing jewellery therapeutic. “It puts my mind at ease, and I like that the design process can’t be rushed.” Vasita says she normally allocates a whole day to designing jewellery. “I start by looking for inspiration online, in magazines, etc. Then, I start sketching different designs, adding the chosen gemstones, and revising them until I’m happy with the final results. I find [focusing on this aspect] is the best way to ap- proach the designing process.” Her first designed jewellery piece was the oval cut lavender amethyst ring, which remains the #1 bestselling item in her shop. The creative says a quality product starts with quality materials and craftsmanship. “It is important to me to use pre- mium grade gemstones that give the best sparkle and colours.” Base metals such as sterling silver and solid gold ensure the jewellery is long-lasting and perfect for wearing daily. “It’s all in the finer details and finishing touches that make the jewel- lery stand out.” To Vasita, fashion means expressing individuality. “Fashion can mean different things to different people, and I love that it’s not set in stone. It can also change and evolve with time like people do,” she said. “What I consider fashion are clothing and jewellery that speak to me the most and represent who I am as an individual in this particular time.” She revealed Manchester and Bangkok are the cities she holds close to her heart. “Manchester is the city I currently live in, and I have been here for almost half my life,” she said. “I would say the fashion in Manchester is more casual and comfortable, with neutral tones. As for Bangkok, where I was born and raised, it’s the city that never sleeps. The fashion is bolder and more vibrant in colours. When I design a piece of jewellery, I usually com- bine the fashion of both cities and use them as inspirations.” Vasita admires US-based gemstone jewellery designer Emi Conner, whose pieces she finds stunning. She also loves ac- tress Emily Blunt’s style and would like to design a piece of jewellery for her. As a gemstone lover, especially sapphire, the creative added that lavender amethyst is her signature gem- stone and purple is her favourite colour. “I love that it [purple] gives a feminine and romantic vibe without being overly femi- nine. It also looks great in various metal colours, such as silver, gold, and rose gold.” For fashion shoots or shows, the jewellery designer starts with a mood board where she can envision the style of the shoot, the lighting, and the clothing for the model. “Once that is settled, I select the jewellery designs that best fit the story and choose the jewellery colours to complement the clothing. Next, a brief will be created for the photographer. This [part] is the essential step to provide the details of how the jewellery should be shot and how each piece should be worn and styled.” She would advise aspiring jewellery designers to ‘go for it’. “Don’t be discouraged if you don’t have a background in jewel- lery,” she said. “There are many platforms where you can start selling a small amount of jewellery without the huge costs. Customers are also another source of information who can give you valuable feedback. Talking with them will set your jewellery business in the right direction.” https://viannejewellery.com Images courtesy of We Are PR