Be your own muse. It is not an empty phrase, but the golden heart of Donna Dorée. My jewelry brand was born from a desire to let women shine — not only with handmade jewelry, but especially with their own strength, creativity and personality.
In this blog I will take you on my personal journey and inspire you to become your own muse — because you are the artwork, the artist and the center of your universe.
Make the connection between the beauty of the jewelry and the beauty of your own soul
Imagine: you as a museum, full of rooms, floors and hidden treasures. Not everyone dares to look beyond the entrance. Some only admire the temporary exhibition, others quickly wander through the first room. But in your depths, there shines the gold.
“You are a museum. Some people will stay away because they're simply not interested. Some will only explore the first floor because they find the whole thing intimidating. Only few will spend hours reading into the depths of what's on display. And those are the ones who will cherish you.”
~ Evie
It is not only the piece of jewelry that you wear that makes you unique, but the combination with your own strength that is most enchanting. They reinforce each other. In every piece of jewelry you will find a reflection of your own strength and your own uniqueness.
As a designer I am privileged to create wearable art that accentuates you as the wearer in all your glory. But the real magic happens when you embrace yourself as the muse, when you connect the beauty of the piece with the beauty of your own soul.
So stand in front of the mirror and see who is standing there. Accept this invitation: embrace your own gold. Show the world how you shine, not just through the jewelry you wear, but through the power of your own self-love and self-expression.
My personal journey; from dreams to action
I am Wietske, the woman behind Donna Dorée . My love for art, fashion and design has always been there. Yet it took until the corona pandemic before I let go of my safe job and made my dream come true: my own jewelry label, built on meaning, beauty and the power of the modern woman.
It was a leap into the unknown. I doubted, cried, laughed and chose again. But it was in the darkness that I found my light. Donna Dorée became my alter ego, an ode to the golden woman in every woman — to you, to me, to everyone who dares to dream and to do.
“My name is Wietske, but they call me Donna now.”
How do you become your own muse?
Want to be your own source of inspiration? Here are my tips — straight from the studio:
• Listen to your inner voice and take your desires seriously.
• Recognize your talents and qualities and be proud of what makes you unique.
• Find inspiration in art, fashion, nature and especially in yourself.
• Make your life a work of art and dare to make choices that suit you.
• Embrace your own story , including the ups and downs.
• Keep growing and experimenting with new ideas and experiences.
'You're either the artist or the muse.'
At its core, a muse is a person who engages an artist or performer on an intellectual, creative, and artistic level. But what if you were both the muse and the artist? Being your own muse means that you inspire yourself. You see the beauty within yourself, connect with it, and become passionate about who you are. You value your own uniqueness.
So am I the artist or the muse? Or both? Do you see me shining? In my golden blouse! As an artist, I am extremely proud to share my collections with you.
Wear your own power with our handmade jewelry
At Donna Dorée you will find exclusive, handmade jewelry in gold and silver — statement earrings, refined brooches and vintage jewelry — each designed or selected to enhance your personality and tell your story. My collections are an ode to timeless elegance, feminine power and celebrating your unique beauty. Each custom design is a work of art, made with love and attention to detail, so that you can let your inner gold shine.
Bisous bisous,
Donna
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