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Scented Legacy

Jiawei Fang

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My name is Jiawei Fang, currently a student at LCF, specializing in Fashion Jewelry. My research focuses on the innovative integration of handcrafted traditional Chinese medicinal incense into contemporary jewelry design. I am passionate about exploring the intersection of cultural heritage, natural materials, and modern aesthetics, aiming to create pieces that not only carry visual beauty but also convey healing properties and meaningful stories rooted in traditional wisdom.

My name is Jiawei Fang, currently a student at LCF, specializing in Fashion Jewelry. My research ...

Wear the Scent, Carry the Heritage.

Blending traditional Chinese herbal incense with fashion jewelry, this collection transforms fragrance into a wearable art form that enhances personal style and creates a sensory, aromatic experience.

Each piece becomes a living object that not only elevates personal style but also creates a sensory aesthetic space, infused with Oriental beauty.

Final work

A ring that can also used as an incense burner.

Ring / Incense Burner

Designed as a miniature incense burner, this hand-forged ring functions as both an ornament and a symbolic tool. Its hollow form references vessels used in traditional Buddhist practice. A turquoise inlay at the base bears a blessing motif, combining material and ritual in a single wearable form.

An ear hook that can also used as an incense spoon.

Ear Hook / Incense Spoon

The hand-forged ear hook is shaped after the traditional incense spoon, reinterpreted as a piece of wearable ritual. Though it does not carry incense, its form recalls the gesture of offering. It rests lightly near the face, establishing a quiet connection between daily adornment and ceremonial memory.

A necklace that can be also used as incense counting beads.

Necklace / Incense Beads

Composed of 108 hand-formed herbal incense beads, this necklace serves both as a meditative tool and a statement accessory. At its center lies an infinity symbol in sterling silver, inlaid with turquoise, symbolizing eternal blessings and the continuity of spiritual devotion. The piece also can be hang on a vase or a figure of Buddha.

A collar hook that can also be used as an incense brush.

Collar hook / Incense sweep

This multi-functional piece serves as both an incense brush and a collar hook, designed to be worn at the neckline. The brush is crafted using responsibly sourced reclaimed hair and shaped as an elegant extension of the infinity motif, echoing the interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit. The design invites tactile engagement and sensory mindfulness in both fashion and ritual contexts.

Research and process

My family altar

My family altar research - inspiration

This collection merges traditional Chinese herbal incense with contemporary fashion jewelry, transforming fragrance into a form of wearable art. Each incense bead is meticulously crafted using ancient herbal formulas, embodying the essence of centuries-old traditions. Each piece becomes a living object that not only elevates personal style but also creates a sensory aesthetic space, infused with Oriental beauty.

My own incense recipe

My own Chinese herbal medicine incense recipe

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Scented Legacy

Wear the Scent, Carry the Heritage.Blending traditional Chinese herbal incense with fashion jewelry, this collection transforms fragrance into a wearable art form that enhances personal style and creates a sensory, aromatic experience.Each piece becomes a living ...

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