These earrings are a gentle act of protection and love. At the center of each piece rests a soft violet heart, symbolizing emotional safety, compassion, and the quiet strength of being held — by self, by ancestors, by spirit. The heart is framed by layered beadwork that moves outward like a shield, honoring the idea that love is both vulnerable and guarded.

The surrounding forms echo wings, leaves, and watchful eyes — a visual language often found in ancestral adornment meant to protect the heart and guide the wearer. Soft lilac tones speak to intuition and spiritual awareness, while earthy greens ground the piece in balance and growth. A luminous center above the heart acts as a guiding light, reminding us that care and clarity can coexist.

This pair is slow-made and intentionally composed, offering a sense of comfort, grounding, and spiritual presence.

Materials

• 24k gold-plated center

• Caribou hair heart detail

• Quality glass seed beads

• 18k gold-plated kidney hooks

• Vegan leather backing

Spiritual & Ancestral Meaning

Across many traditions, the heart is considered the keeper of memory, emotion, and life force. Protecting the heart was not about closing it off, but about honoring its sensitivity. The layered structure of these earrings represents ancestral guardianship — the idea that love is surrounded by wisdom, boundaries, and care passed down through generations.

The violet heart symbolizes intuition, healing, and connection to spirit, while the surrounding beadwork reflects the unseen support that holds us steady. Worn as a reminder that softness is not weakness, but a sacred strength.