The "WHY" Behind D's Delights

As I step into 2025 and reflect on this incredible journey with D's Delights, I feel compelled to share the deeper reason why this brand exists. D's Delights is more than a jewelry line; it is a personal manifesto, a call to embrace complexity, individuality, and authenticity. It is a testament to breaking free from boxes and redefining how we see ourselves and each other.

A Lifetime of Feeling Overlooked

Since childhood, I’ve wrestled with feelings of being overlooked. There were activities I longed to pursue, paths I wanted to explore, but I hesitated. Fear of judgment and rejection often silenced my dreams. I felt like I didn’t fit the mold or that I wasn’t good enough. Over time, I realized that people often placed me in a box based on the limited snapshot of my life they were privy to. That sense of being misunderstood, unseen, and undervalued left a profound mark on me.

For years, I grappled with this boxed-in identity, hiding parts of myself in an effort to avoid scrutiny. But the truth is, I am complex. I am layered. And that’s something to embrace, not quell. This realization didn’t happen overnight. It has been a journey of unlearning, rediscovering, and reclaiming my power to define myself on my own terms.

The Pandemic and the Call to See Beyond

The pandemic was a catalyst for many things in my life, including the creation of D's Delights. During those harrowing months, I worked full-time in Nursing Informatics and part-time in Labor & Delivery. The stress was relentless. I saw and experienced things that I could never have imagined – the trailers holding dead bodies, the lack of adequate supplies, the dismissal of our safety concerns, and the heartbreaking disconnect between the media's portrayal of healthcare workers and the realities we faced.

To the world, we were heroes. But to many institutions and patients, we were just disposable entities keeping hospitals operational. That disconnect struck a nerve. I wanted to create something that recognized the layers and complexities of my peers and myself – not just who we were on the job but who we were outside of it.

Turning to Creation

In the midst of all this, I found solace in creating. Jewelry-making became my refuge, a way to process the chaos and express what words could not. I knew from the start that I didn’t want to create the cookie-cutter, mass-produced jewelry that floods the market. I wanted to create something meaningful, something that required thought and effort – pieces that reflected the complexity of the wearer.

The Meaning Behind the Mission

"Be Seen and Feel Seen" isn’t just a tagline for D’s Delights; it’s a deeply personal mission. The materials I choose, like semi-precious gemstones and African recycled glass beads, and the intricate designs I create are intentional. They are a reflection of the layers and dimensions of those who wear them. Just as no two pieces are exactly alike, no two people are the same. We all deserve to be recognized for the whole, multifaceted beings we are.

With D's Delights, I want to help people step into their uniqueness and embrace their true selves. I want my jewelry to remind you that complexity is beautiful, and that being seen and valued for who you are is a powerful thing. Thank you for being part of this journey. Here’s to embracing our layers and shining unapologetically in 2025 and beyond. 

 

- D


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