Candi

PrizeFinalists in Illustrate (graphic), Shortlist in Illustrate (graphic)
ArtistJada Merritt, Haruka Cheung
CategoryNon-Professional

Candi is a female-founded jewellery collective based in Los Angeles. The brand's visual identity draws inspiration from the processes of pulled candy and molten metals. This exploration led us to experiment with the tension between rigidity and malleability, heat and cold, and metal and sugar, which heavily influenced the development of our brand assets. The result is a dynamic blend of boldness and refinement, breaking away from traditional high-end jewellery aesthetics. Our final outcome strikes a balance of confidence, coolness, and distinct materiality.