Designer Discovery: Gisele Ganne

Edited by Marissa Moshell, Student

Gisele Ganne has stepped up to the scene, and not without unforgettable inspiration. Drawing threads from the past, Gisele has created a line of memorial jewelry, which she feels can relate and date back to older customs among various groups of people. Painting the design process step by step, Gisele makes it clear that she first sculpts with purpose. The jewelry is representative of a death, but Gisele points out, ” Mourning is not just about dead people; it is also about dead relationships and decaying marriages. Today, 42% of marriages finish in divorce in the UK and 38% in France. [Her] divorce jewellery refers to old and contemporary wedding customs to illustrate this sort of mourning.” Though Ms. Ganne’s point could add a rather gloomy feel, she is sure to boost the appeal with beautiful colors, intricate design, and brilliantly crafted symbols. The colors used are bright and the flowers give the pieces an unforgettable touch.