heirloom sentiments
Pulling between the heartstrings of time these new Valentine pieces cross through with heavy nostalgia and botanical beauty to be reinterpreted into a sentiment to hold on to.
Some seem as if they’ve been plucked from a romantic Victorian parlor while others have an unabashedly eighties influence and sensibility.
From spun Nordic folk to a fresh and fun take on kitsch we think they’re all unique with their own point of view and personality. Literally, they’re little true heart shaped worlds, brimming with vibrancy and joy.
the symbolism
Widely recognized as a symbol for love and affection, the heart shape has evolved over centuries…Heart shapes were used in decorative art by ancient societies Ivy is often used as a symbol of fidelity. It is possible that the plant’s symbolism contributed to the eventual, modern meaning of the heart-shape.Over time, heart-shapes remained popular in decorative art and heraldry, but did not gain a strong connection with love until the thirteenth century. The growth of Valentine’s Day, established in 496 to honor the martyred saint who aided lovers and performed secret marriages, helped promote the heart-shape even further. While the origins of this symbol are unknown, its meaning has shifted through the years, and will likely continue to evolve, just as our emotions and language do.