For a while now, I’ve been exploring the striking silhouette of slanted, inverted pear shapes, which has yielded remarkable results. I had been envisioning how to push this idea even further, imagining an exaggerated-length earring with undeniable presence. So, when this exquisite selection of Colombian emerald pear shapes—sourced from the legendary Muzo mines—arrived on my desk, it was like destiny. The moment I saw them, everything clicked into place.


I knew immediately that I wanted to approach these stones differently. The traditional idea of crafting a necklace or bracelet from them felt too predictable, too conventional. Instead, the design evolved into something more daring: dramatic shoulder-duster earrings that feel like a dream realized.


I was intentional in keeping the focus solely on the breathtaking emeralds—no other gemstones, like diamonds, were necessary, and any metal used was kept to a bare minimum. These emeralds are the epitome of that lush, intense Colombian green, and I wanted nothing to distract from their beauty. The earrings were designed with meticulous precision to maintain fluidity, like ribbons of pure emerald, while ensuring each stone faces forward—an ode to the craftsmanship that defines every piece we create at Material Good.



Atara Lev

Material Good Head Designer