Balinese designs in silver, gold, diamonds and precious gems is what the John Hardy Collections are all about. They also stand for individuality because not one of these pieces are exactly the same. All of these pieces are handcrafted to make sure than each John Hardy bracelet you purchase reflects your own individuality and spirit.
For instance there’s the Naga collection which features John Hardy bracelets all with the dragon Motif. Though some of these pieces may appear to be pricey, they’re all make of authentic silver and gold that cannot be copied because they’re all hand made. If you are ambitious, wanting to conquer the world (or the corporate world) or born in the Year of the Dragon, these pieces may be your perfect choice. However, if you want a truly elegant silver piece with attention to detail and inclined to buy bracelets that go along with both your casual and formal wear, then you’d love the John Hardy Bamboo collection. They offer different kinds of John Hardy bracelets and bangles that you can use whether you’re at work or in a formal party.
The Macan Collection symbolizes courage. Macan means “tiger” and in Asian culture it means the ability to survive, win and protect those whom you nurture. John Hardy bracelets that fall under this collection are made out of semi-precious and precious stones combined with silver and gold/ There are thick silver bracelets studded with gems or those that appear to be elegant woven mash which is typical of Bali Royal jewelry. Patterns of these types of bracelets are symmetrical yet artistic and unique. Most of the John Hardy pieces, especially during the early 90’s, were developed based on the traditional Balinese jewelry making techniques such as the rantai (woven chain); tenun (woven mesh);jawan (granulation) and the ukiran (cut jewelry)
There are Kali or water smooth stones bracelets designed with silver and gold that can be thick or thin. There are think ones that appear more like an elegant studded wrist band but there are also thin delicate designs available that are equally charming and casual. Vogue,Elle and Vanity have featured Joe Hardy bracelets in their cover pages thus making it popular even among the Paris “fashion” crowd. Town and Country Magazine also featured the Joe Hardy “one of a kind” Bamboo cuffs that have become a Hollywood favorite.
Joe Hardy bracelets aren’t just for women though. There is also a Joe Hardy man’s line that also offers one of a kind bracelets, necklaces and rings. There are also teen bracelets that are extremely popular these days. These teen bracelets are made of leather braided and held by a silver clap. These “pop” designed leather bracelets come in different colors and are perfect for informal and casual wear.
The John Hardy collection was founded in 1989 by John Hardy, a Canadian entrepreneur, who visited Bali and was impressed by the intricacies of jewelry design in Bali. He later managed to develop the line by introducing the first samples to the most prominent stores like Saks in New York City. Today, it’s one of the most respected jewelry lines that may be a bit pricey but the quality and authenticity of these pieces are guaranteed. John Hardy bracelets are ideal for all ages, sexes and occasions. It’s the ideal bracelet for everyone who wants the best quality, design and a touch of class!