The Erika Lauren Design story began in 2009, when Erika started making jewelry as a creative outlet while studying at University. After graduating Erika went on to work abroad as a Foreign Policy Analyst, for the Green Party of Canada and with TLC on a groundbreaking Land Conservation Project. Along with her deepening commitment to political endeavours, was a growing enthusiasm for designing jewelry. When the opportunity arose for Erika to apprentice with one of her all-time favourite jewelry designers, she jumped at the chance and hasn't looked back since. Erika's unique ensembles reflect her passion for studying the transition of natural beauty to art beauty. Her creative process can be described as an exploration of that moment of free exaltation in nature to themes from the fashion, literary and art world.

Handmade on Vancouver Island, Erika Lauren sees her Autumn/Winter 2011 collection as a refined exploration of the bohemian world. The inspiration for this line came from looking at new ways to manipulate organic forms. The design process was informed by the underlying aim of creating an expose of the unconventional, often over-looked beauty in the world. This can be seen in the way tribal pendants have been given permission to collide with crystals and pearls. Pairing seemingly contrasting elements creates just the right amount of tension, causing these hanging amulets to communicate with each other in a beautiful way. Multiple strands of gold, silver, brass and antique metal are draped together with primitive pendants, seeds, red and black coral, river shell, stones, crystals and pearls for a collection of sophisticated yet imaginative pieces.

Erika Lauren Jewelry, now available at Still Life For Her.