Image provided by Koza Jewelry from 2016 lookbook (www.kozajewelry.com)
Somewhere out in the distance walks a man on a hard path. He loves fashion and has been subjected to all matter of hardships searching for acceptable jewelry. Not just any type will do. This jewelry has to be of the particular sort as to pass society’s taboos-and not look too much like women’s jewelry-otherwise, this man will be subjected to ridicule and silent responses from his potential partners on his favorite dating site.
I know this because I have walked in this man’s shoes before, and there’s been a considerable gap in the availability of tasteful jewelry for men, excluding, of course, those of the old, boring, and conventionally acceptable variety (cuff links, belt, watch, etc). Still, something that channels that inner James Dean in us has been missing for some time.
That open space now, my friends, is being consistently filled up with shot after shot deep from the 3 point line by Koza Jewelry. For further clarity on what I’m describing, just close your eyes and envision Steph Curry launching that beautiful jumper into the air, and it falling down into the basket with an enourmous swishing sound!
To be clear, Koza Jewelry has picked up on something special happening in fashion right now, and that is the growing amount of retailers offering men fashionable, masculine jewelry which is upscale enough to wear with your work outfit and is also stylish enough to wear with your outfit after leaving the office. They make their jewlery with unique materials that cause them to stand out from the crowd, all while maintaining a sense of good taste, and without being too loud.
From left in order: Black Stingray with Sterling Silver and Screw Connector; Sterling Silver Screw Cuff. Images provided by Koza Jewelry (www.kozajewelry.com)
Black Diamonds, Sterling Silver Nail Spike Necklace. Image provided by Koza Jewelry (www.kozajewelry.com)
These materials include genuine leathers, stingray skin, brass, and diamonds. There are many artfully done pieces to choose from, and their unique individual designs serve to enhance one’s outfit in special ways. I like the fact that they are an online store only also because now everyone can get a little taste of LA’s style without having to actually be there.
From the right side of the screen in order: Black Diamond, Sterling Silver Biker Spike Necklace; Brass Nail Spike Necklace; Sterling Silver Hex Bolt Necklace. Images provided by Koza Jewelry (www.kozajewelry.com)
You can check them out at: Koza Jewelry Online Store) and add some life to the otherwise stale boringness of conventional men’s fashion.
The owner & founder of the company-Timur Koza-remarked to me that with him being from L.A. and all, he wanted to create jewelry that would embody the lifestyle and sprit of the heart of Los Angeles. By viewing some of the pictures of his work, I think you get the idea! With beauty like this being created in LA, no wonder it is securing its place as one of the hubs of the world’s best fashion.
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