Gemina
DREAMSCAPE
Woven botanical ring in 100% recycled Sterling Silver.
A versatile ring designed to be worn anyway up. The Gemina ring was created by layoring and weaving unusual flowers and botanicals in a fluid form before lost wax casting into precious metals. She adapts well to her any circumstance and is a textural delight.
Flowers foraged by Olga Morozova in Popudrenko Park, Kyiv, Ukraine. March 2022.
MUSES' TALE
“One year ago I opened model agency called “Gemina.” There are only Ukrainian girls there. We help them to build their careers in the fashion industry, support them and help to develop their talent. Gemina - means 'my alter ego,' and also my star sign is Gemini.“
Natasha, London based Ukrainian supermodel, dj and entrepeneur.
*Limited Edition release.* There will be just 1/10 available in Batch 01, so get yours whilst you can.
METAL
925 Sterling Silver / 18ct Gold Vermeil
COLOUR
Silver, Gold Vermeil
PRODUCTION TIME
Please allow 1-2 weeks to handmake yours.
COLLECTION
LOVELETTER TO KYIV | Spring 2023
Dreamlike in aesthetic, the designs reveal texture left behind from the war flowers which were burnt into the metal surface. The flowers were picked from the new frontlines in Kyiv and eternalised in recycled precious metals. The project began in March when a brave Kyivan artist Olga Morozova agreed to go searching for flowers as her city fell ablaze. The pressed botanicals, were picked by Morozova in the first spring as frost thawed and bombing raids tormented Kyiv. The collection is a symbol of hope and flourishing in a time of great upheaval; a reminder that while life may be fragile, is it resilient.
Celebrating the creative voices of 6 Ukranian Muses behind the collection, who have the power to inspire and create.
20% sales to support artists in Ukraine.
MUSE
NATASHA | MUSE
Natasha, @natasha_kasatkina, is a striking model who has travelled the world as a professional face in fashion. Alongside getting in front of the camera, she has several successful business enterprises including Gemina Corp model agency, which frontlines Ukrainian models in the UK, along with music label Basanta which was launched with her partner. Having moved to London eight years ago, she has become a firmly established face in the UK fashion industry.
The designs named after Natasha are inspired by her radiance and ability to adapt to new environments; often taking fluid and moving forms. The soft versatility are mirrored in timeless pearls and woven floral armour rings.
SUPPORT
UKRAINE FOR THE FUTURE
20% of sales will go to Future of Ukraine, a foundation that artist Olga Morozova has set up for this collection and project.
The fund has been set up to help support talented young artists in Kyiv by providing essential art supplies and materials to further their skills.
Many students who remained in Kyiv during the war have been unable to escape the realities of frequent air raids, violence and disruptions. Olga has been teaching in the shelters, and has noticed how powerful this time can be to create art, build their own realities and nurture skills. With Olgas' teaching, and access to tools through this foundation, we can invest in the talented younger generations in Ukraine.
"I think this will help the gifted youth. Many students cannot buy the necessary materials (paints, canvases, ect.) and they really want the support. After all, they stayed in Kyiv, often working in extreme conditions, but they never ceased to enjoy life and hope." Olga Morozova, discusses the dream behind 'Future of Ukraine' foundation.