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A fusion of East and West. The Qeelin jewelry series inspired by the gourd motif | Qeelin
Qeelin
Jewelry Collection Expressing Symbols of Fortune with Style
The signature of fine jeweler Qeelin is its "Wulu" collection, inspired by the gourd. This collection features pieces that boldly yet delicately translate the gourd motif, a symbol of good fortune in the East, into jewelry.
Text by Kosaku Waseda
A Wide Range from Earrings to Luxurious Necklaces
Qeelin is a jewelry brand whose mission is to spread the rich culture of the East to the world. The name derives from the mythical creature "Qilin" (Kirin) from Chinese mythology. The jewelry it offers carries profound cultural significance, translating traditional symbols into modern, stylish designs.
Qeelin's signature collection is "Wulu." Inspired by the gourd, a symbol of good luck in Eastern culture, it was designed by founder and Creative Director Dennis Chan. In 2014, Hong Kong actress Maggie Cheung wore it on the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival, solidifying its status as the brand's icon.
In China, the gourd resembles the number "8," a symbol of wealth and prosperity, and is thus believed to attract good fortune. "Wulu," imbued with the meaning of symbolizing positive energy, is a piece of jewelry akin to a talisman.
Designs using 18K white gold and rose gold with jade, rubies, black diamonds, and mother-of-pearl enhance elegance and are suitable for daily wear. The collection, with its delicate combination of various materials, allows the wearer's individuality to shine through through free-spirited coordination.
True to its signature status, "Wulu" offers a range of collections beyond basic items.
The "WuluWulu Couture" line includes necklaces, earrings, rings, and bangles. Its refined design features rubies set in white gold, finished with exceptional craftsmanship.
The diamond necklace, featuring a bold gourd motif, draws from the Eastern association of gourds with wealth and prosperity, while diamonds evoke eternity in Western culture. Qeelin merges these two concepts to create the Wulu diamond necklace. Contrasting traditional cutting techniques, delicate craftsmanship is applied to achieve a multifaceted, 8-shaped centerpiece.



The Wulu Mania collection is designed for women worldwide. It features alternating "Wulu" motifs of diamonds and red enamel set in 18K rose gold. The lineup includes long necklaces and bracelets in 18K rose gold, as well as red string bracelets. This collection embodies wishes for happiness.
As a fine jeweler and a maison that blends Eastern and Western sensibilities, Qeelin possesses a unique presence. It will undoubtedly continue to captivate with its collections imbued with an Oriental worldview.
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Hours: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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18K White Gold, Diamonds - ¥451,000 (each)