'The Meaning of Being a Mother' by Renowned Jewellery Designers Wendy Yue and Jade Jagger

Ace jewellery designers Wendy Yue and Jade Jagger talk about being contemporary mothers as Mother's Day fast approaches.

Post By : IJ News Service On 11 April 2017 3:20 PM

Wendy Yue

How has having children changed your life and business?

Having children has really changed my life in unimaginable ways. I began to pace the absurdly hectic lifestyle I had. Up until the time I had my first child, designing was the most important aspect in my life. Since then, my children always come first—you learn to be selfless. My patience grew in general, which is something my staff pointed out to me, which probably helps the business. Nowadays, when I meet people, they are often shocked that I have 4 children. They always ask: "How do you do it? How do you run your business?" And this is before they find out I actually have multiple ventures apart from jewellery. I always think to myself that they don't even know how much more I would do before I had my children. My children inspire me to keep going, now at a healthy and peaceful pace.

What would be the perfect Mother's Day gift from your collection, and why?

Jewellery is such a personal and emotional gift, so I don't want to suggest a specific design. I would choose something that is wearable and comfortable (some prefer rings, some prefer earrings, etc.), and a theme that has a special connection to your mother. From my collection I would certainly choose carved semi-precious stones as they are really one of my signatures- you'll find several of these in my suggested gift items from my collection.

 

Jade Jagger

How has having children changed your life and business?

I had my girls when I was 20 so most of my creative life was in unison with motherhood. I often reflect that this has allowed me to have a strong ability to balance working life with parenthood. Of course I also had the influence of my family my husband and my new baby on my creativity.

What would be the perfect Mother's Day gift from your collection, and why?

The never ending collection with its hand carved stones has a timeless quality and suits all women. I love the colour and modernity of the collection, which soon becomes an heirloom to the family.

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