Julie Usel

Julie Usel’s brooch from the “La Route de la Soie” collection transforms historical grandeur into a vibrant and tactile experience. Layers of printed silk stitched with shimmering gold thread create a richly textured surface, while accents of silver and gold leaf reflect light with each movement. The intricate floral form, cascading into ornamental drips, feels at once ornate and playful, inviting a reexamination of what defines luxury and authenticity.

Through material choices that defy traditional expectations of weight and value, Usel questions long-held ideas of worth and craftsmanship. The softness of silk contrasts the visual richness of metallic gleam, suggesting that beauty can be both fleeting and deeply enduring. Her work captures the timeless allure of historical treasures while making them accessible, wearable, and intimately modern.