WWAKE Jewelry emerged from the creative mind of Wing Yau, a New York-based designer with roots in the Pacific Northwest. Yau, an alumna of Rhode Island School of Design, honed her skills in sculpture before transitioning to design after working with NYC artists and galleries. In 2012, she established WWAKE with the vision of blending art and the personal nature of jewelry. The first fine jewelry collection was unveiled in 2013, marking the brand's identity today.
WWAKE Jewelry
Breaking the mold of traditional art, WWAKE offers a fresh outlook on heirloom jewelry through unconventional arrangements and contemporary silhouettes. Signature contour shapes and delicate stone arrangements define the pieces.
WWAKE Birthstone Charms
Each month of the year is linked to a birthstone, believed to possess unique attributes and powers. For instance, February's amethyst is associated with sobriety and spiritual wisdom.
Many people wear their birthstones to celebrate their individuality and birth month.
WWAKE presents birthstone charms that can be added to fine jewelry or worn as pendants on a necklace. Comprising a precious stone set in 14k gold, the charms are available for all 12 birthstones, either individually or in sets. They serve as personal and meaningful additions to fine jewelry or as gifts.
The available birthstones include:
January: Garnet
February: Amethyst
March: Aquamarine
April: Diamond
May: Emerald
June: Pearl, Moonstone, or Alexandrite
July: Ruby
August: Peridot
September: Sapphire
October: Opal or Pink Tourmaline
November: Citrine or Topaz
December: Turquoise, Zircon, or Tanzanite
(Note: Birthstone listings may slightly differ depending on the source and cultural background.)
WWAKE Precious Stones
In addition to birthstone charms, WWAKE offers fine jewelry featuring precious stones such as:
Diamonds
Diamonds are sought after for their brilliance and hardness, being the hardest naturally occurring substance on earth. They come in various colors like white, yellow, and pink.
Emeralds
These deep green gems are often linked to love and prosperity.
Sapphires
These gems boast a variety of hues, including blue, pink, yellow, and white. Blue sapphires are the most recognized, symbolizing trust, loyalty, and sincerity.
Rubies
Renowned for their deep red hue, rubies are corundum minerals associated with love, passion, and prosperity.
Opals
Opals display a distinct play of color, from vibrant and bold to soft and iridescent, symbolizing creativity and inspiration.
WWAKE also provides fine jewelry showcasing other precious and semi-precious stones like pearls, turquoise, and citrine.