Sung-Hee Kim: cross-cultural creativity; From oriental painting to international jewelry design, Sung-Hee Kim's passion for beauty has no limits.(Rising Star)

JQ, March, 2006 by Unninayar, Cynthia

"Jewelry is art, a form of architecture, which can be worn on the human body," says Sung-Hee Kim, while showing off some of her creations. "And, my passion is to make these pieces with a touch of fantasy." And that she does. In her studio, Stella B, in Milan, Sung-Hee draws on her Korean art background and her formal Italian jewelry design training to create a range of pieces that are not only elegant but also fun to wear. "Jewelry should make people happy," she adds. "It should mean something special to the wearer."

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Her designs are indeed special. Some of the largest...