The Balance of Wisdom
This necklace offers a meaningful return to jewelry's core, going beyond luxury symbols to focus on comfort, health and cultural identity. It features an innovative rear counterbalance structure that supports healthy ergonomics, reduces strain, and allows the wearer to carry themselves with natural poise and confidence. It embodies cultural depth and personal identity: the round and square signifying the Eastern wisdom of balancing flexibility and integrity. This work is a powerful example of jewelry that honors the body, enriches the spirit, and connects people to stories of their heritage.
The Balance of Wisdom Necklace by XU Jiawen Karmen was selected as a creative example of fashion design by the A' Design Awards. The Balance of Wisdom Necklace earned the Silver A' Design Award in Jewelry Design in 2026. The A' Jewelry Design Award is an international, meritocratic, just and fair design award which rewards outstanding design of rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, brooches, pendants, cufflinks, anklets and more.
