You'll never look more glamorous than wearing this splendid long Y necklace, a striking statement piece designed by Mexican artisan Ali Guzman. Fashioned from radiant 24k gold-plated brass and embellished with elegant grey cultured pearls, this alluring accessory doesn't stop at just that – it boasts a gorgeous Roman coin accent gracing a delicate dusty rose tassel, ensuring you radiate sophistication and captivate all eyes.
Made in Mexico
24k gold-plated brass, freshwater cultured pearl; polyester and silk tassel
Natural stone - some variations in color and/or pattern are to be expected
"My inspiration comes from art, from emotions, from my way of appreciating life. It arises from the inner magic, from nature… inspiration comes from the world and what happens around me."
"I'm a designer from the city of Guadalajara. I'm proud of my Mexican culture and I define myself as sensitive, a... dreamer. My jewelry work embraces a wide range of creativity. I craft artisanal jewelry with silver and gemstones. Sharing and transmitting my experiences through my work is so gratifying.
"Facing great responsibilities from the moment you begin studying design and crafting makes you take things more seriously. Even before completing my studies, I remember my friends were planning parties while I was thinking about packages to send, orders, payments to make and everything about running a business. So, in some way, you realize the commitment you're taking on. Life opens your eyes to the fact that some of us have to struggle more to reach our goals and that without perseverance, you won't get very far.
"I've had some fun times. I've been working exclusively in jewelry since 2010. When I first started exhibiting my designs in fashion shows, I'll always remember the first time I spoke with wholesalers. I'd tell them I couldn't sell them everything or take orders for too many pieces because what I would have left? How would I do it? I laugh about it now. Obviously, experience changes one's panorama.
"Through my work, I like to do my part. I'm planning to make jewelry that can contribute to charitable causes and associations. It's not necessary to have a lot to be able to share with others.
"In the future, I'd love to be part of a group or project that teaches people to be self sufficient and succeed in life through a trade or skill. I want to continue creating altruistic designs, jewelry with a soul that is a gift of love.
"My life has always been focused on alternative therapies and design. I've taken classes in metaphysics, the curative properties of gemstones and similar themes since I was 12. When I was 17, I began to take formal courses. I have a master's degree in Reiki Usui and believe that colors, objects and gems have been used throughout history for healing. I believe they can help us become better people in different stages of our lives.
"To learn to craft jewelry, I had to look at is as something more formal. In 2012, I chose a name for my jewelry collection based on my principles and my own life story. I've taken workshops, conferences and courses ever since. In 2016, I studied in a jewelry school where I learned new techniques from master silversmiths so I could create my own pendants. I've never stopped training and learning new jewelry skills.
"I sometimes work in silver but most of my designs are bathed in gold. My gemstones come from Brazil and Spain, and several gemstone merchants visit me to offer the treasures of nature they find. My handcrafted designs will always be charged with the energy of these minerals and precious stones.
"For me, the greatest challenge is in communication. Explaining myself to 200 people one by one isn't the same as reaching many more at once to sow the seeds of my work in their hearts.
"My inspiration comes from art, from emotions, from my way of appreciating life. It arises from the inner magic, from nature. In short, inspiration comes from the world and what happens around me.
"I learned to design in accord with global fashion trends, but in the roots of my designs are feelings that they communicate. In each design, I experiment to remember that connection we have with the spirit of the world and how conscious we are of that, because all of the symbols we wear express this.
"Working on my own has been a challenge, as our social system has taught us that we should have a profession and a stable job, and that art isn't really a way to make a living. But only the ones who live their art and enjoy it know the pleasure of transforming the ephemeral into their way of life each and every day.
"I live with my mother. She is a great help to me, receiving shoppers and orders, packaging the sales and organizing deliveries. She knows all our suppliers and materials. Every piece of jewelry that leaves my workshop is as unique as the woman who chooses it."
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Discounted shipping price may not be applied to previous orders.
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This item is available for backorder and will ship within 2 to 8 weeks. Artists love to get backorders. Placing a backorder ensures that the artisan will do their best to create and deliver your item to our local office for shipment.
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In the unlikely even that we are unable to ship the item within the timeframe indicated, we will contact you and provide an updated delivery window.
This item has a special shipping flat fee which means that due to bulk, duties, or other special requirements, the item will be shipped to you via one of our special one-rate services. Shipping is only available to the United States (lower 48 States only).
WOMEN
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XXL
4
6
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12
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BUST
35 - 36
37 - 38
39 - 41
42 - 44
46 - 48
WAIST
27 - 28
29 - 30
31 - 33
34 - 36
38 - 40
HIPS
37 - 38
39 - 40
42 - 43
45 - 46
49 - 50
MEN
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M
L
XL
XXL
CHEST
36 - 38
39 - 41
42 - 44
46 - 48
50 - 52
WAIST
30 - 32
32 - 34
35 - 37
38 - 41
43 - 45
NECK
14 - 14.5
15 - 15.5
16 - 16.5
17 - 17.5
18 - 18.5
SLEEVE
32.5
33.5
34.5
35.5
36.5
FINDING YOUR SIZE
Take your measurements with the tape measure over your under garments. If your measurements fall between sizes you may prefer the next larger size. Inseam, skirt and dress lengths vary by style and will be listed in the item description. Our sweaters are knit in standard American sizes, however actual measurements vary by style.
BUST / CHEST
Measure around the fullest part of chest under the arms and over the shoulder blades keeping the tape measure level.
WAIST
Measure around the smallest part of the waist keeping the tape measure comfortably loose. Most garments use the low waist measurement noted below.
LOW WAIST
Measure around the body approximately 1.5" below the natural waist (above). This is the area where most pants and skirts actually fit.
HIPS
Standing with your heels together, measure around the fullest part of the body approx 7"-8" below the waist.
NECK
Measure around the base of the neck keeping the tape measure comfortably loose.
SLEEVE
Bend elbow slightly and starting at the center back of the neck, measure across the shoulder, to the elbow and down to the wrist.
INSEAM
Our standard inseam length for women is 32" and 34" for men; however inseam measurements will vary slightly by style.
Belts with buckles are measured in inches that correspond to a waist size however, most people do not wear belts on the waist, they wear them closer to the hips. A buckle belt measurement is take from the end of the "pin" of the buckle to the middle hole on the belt. Generally there are 5 holes for size adjustment, with a 1" space between each, so the middle hole will the be average size of the belt.
For at tie belt (no buckle) measure the belt portion end to end and half of the tie portion. This again is the medium size of the belt.
For a soft fabric tie belt it can be called "1 size fits most" and the entire length of the belt should be measured and listed.
See buckle/tie belt size standards below.
WOMEN
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L
XL
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inches
26 - 30
28 - 32
31 - 35
34 - 38
38 - 42
cm
76 - 86
81.5 - 91.5
86.5 - 96.5
91.5 - 101.5
96.5 - 106.5
+/- tolerance: 0.5 inches or 1.25 cm
MEN
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M
L
XL
XXL
inches
30 - 34
32 - 36
35 - 39
39 - 43
43 - 47
cm
81.5 - 91.5
86.5 - 96.5
91.5 - 101.5
96.5 - 106.5
109 - 119
+/- tolerance: 0.5 inches or 1.25 cm
Sash tie length
Lay sash/tie out flat away from the garment and measure from end to end.
Belt with buckle
Measure from the end of the pin of the buckle (where it touches the buckle) to the middle hole.
Belt without buckle
Measure from the belt portion end to end and half of the tie portion. This is will give you the medium size of the belt.
Download our printable ring sizing chart to find the perfect fit!
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