Some time ago I really started recognizing how much time we are spending on worrying about what others think of us or how to impress them. I see so many people who are losing the connection to their inner selves while trying to be “cool” and appreciated by strangers. Wasting hours of time standing in front of the mirror in order to fit society’s “standards” of beauty or acting like someone else to behave “appropriately”.

I know that complete freedom is an illusion – we are social creatures and therefore always influenced by others. But I also know that every human is a unique composition of experiences, injuries, longings and ideals. Instead of hiding your true self you should be proud of what you are and the way you have gone so far. This is what these earrings stand for.

I designed them as a symbol and reminder of each personal strength. The earrings are made of thin and quite raw brass plates that will oxidize over time. Therefore every single piece will gradually get a unique touch. However, the lettering itself and its message won’t change: No matter what life holds for me, I won’t let other people decide who I am. I belong only to myself. I am mine.
 
EDITION: I AM MINE earrings 2.0
with new gold plated hoops