Carry A Piece of South Luangwa With You:
Mwezi Blu’s Luangwa River Sand Collection
What if you could carry the essence of one of Africa’s most pristine wilderness areas wherever you go? The Luangwa River Sand collection is a new and creative take on Zambian fine jewellery. The collection of one-of-a-kind pieces celebrates Zambia and its natural resources. Each piece is meticulously hand-crafted in their South Luangwa workshop by a team of aspiring Zambian jewellers.
The citrine earrings sing an ode to the shimmering yellow grass and pale sands of the incredible South Luangwa valley. Meanwhile, the aquamarine pendant showcases the raw beauty of the Luangwa River. Through traditional, time-tested jewellery making and metalsmithing techniques, each piece celebrates the essence of this extraordinary region.
The coarse texture of the river sand is captured and imprinted into Zambia-sourced sterling silver through sand-casting techniques. Pair the pendant and earrings with the eye-catching Zambian garnet ring, mined and cut in the country. Its deep red hues honour the fiery sunsets and natural beauty that can only be witnessed in the valley.
The unpredictable nature of techniques used in the production of the Luangwa River Sand collection means that every piece of jewellery will live to tell its own story, as unique as the land itself! With their conscious approach towards slow fashion, sustainability, and craft, Mwezi Blu designs jewellery that withstands the test of time. These pieces will continue to tell the story of Zambia through generations to come.
- About Mwezi Blu
Nestled in the remote South Luangwa valley, Mwezi Blu celebrates Zambia’s natural resources through ancient jewellery making and metalsmithing techniques. It provides specialised jewellery training to school leavers from the local community. Each sale donates 5% to educational projects in the area, as well as sponsoring 14 children’s education.
- How Much?
Citrine Earrings, $140.
Aquamarine Pendant, $270.
Garnet Ring, $285.
- Jewellery Care
- Remove jewellery before showering, swimming, exercising, and other practical activities.
- Apply hair and beauty products before putting on jewellery.
- Store jewellery in airtight containers, cotton or felt pouches, which will absorb excess moisture.
- Find Mwezi Blu
- Mfuwe, South Luangwa Valley. 7 minutes from SNLP gate.
- Mwezi Blu, Leopards Hill Market, Lusaka.
- Contact Details
- www.mweziblu.com
- Instagram: @mweziblu
- Facebook: Mwezi Blu
- [email protected]
- +260 779127557
