Description

The Banana Necklace from Pura Utz is meticulously handcrafted by Guatemalan artisans using colourful glass beads. Embellished with banana-shaped charms, it is 38cm long and secured with a beaded loop over a beaded banana.

• Beaded necklace
• Glass beads from Japan and the Czech Republic
• Beaded loop clasp
• Length: 38cm, with four adjustable options
• Colour: Yellow, black, white

What's great about it

Pura Utz, meaning “pure good”, features an incredible range of unique, colourful, and handwoven products that declare the beauty and honour of flawless craftsmanship. Working with gold-plated sterling silver, freshwater pearls and the prettiest glass beads from Japan and the Czech Republic, the all-women Pura Utz team creates intricate jewellery that ascends the heights of playful yet free-spirited Mayan artistry.

Why we love it

A glowing testament of joyful creativity that transcends glass ceilings, led by directors Anna and Bernabela, Pura Utz is at its heart essentially a women empowerment project based in Guatemala. From summery yellow bananas to fiery red cherries, fun yet beautiful pieces of precise and time-intensive workmanship makes Pura Utz a favourite with The Jewellery Room and discerning fashionistas.