Sri Lanka Love – Let Your Imagination Travel

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A Mental Journey To Sri Lanka

Mathujana studies classical Indian dance and is a true Berliner with roots in Sri Lanka. Her look instantly inspired me to take a mental journey to India. As the legendary fashion icon Diana Vreeland once said, „The eye has to travel.“ In my imagination, I embarked on a colorful trip through fabrics, hues, and patterns, and I’d like to add, „…and the mind has to travel too!“
(All fine jewelry by Anna B. For inquiries contact: anjaboettcher1@gmx.de.)

Mathujana and I first crossed paths in a Berlin store while I was shopping for a styling job. With her grace and striking appearance, she stood out from the crowd. I spontaneously asked if she’d model my latest collection. Her exotic allure sent me on a mental voyage to India, a journey of vibrant textiles, vivid colors, and intricate patterns—a trip to the heart of my imagination.

Hem Lines and Indian Cooking

As Mathujana had just finished high school, her mother accompanied her to the shoot, keeping a watchful eye on the lengths of hemlines and the depths of necklines, all while sharing mouthwatering Indian cooking recipes.

Individual Beauty

Although it wasn’t my original intention, I’ve come to realize that showcasing diverse women and different expressions of beauty in my designs isn’t just a subtle statement—it’s a necessary one. The fashion industry has made strides, but the pressure to conform to narrow ideals of beauty remains strong. It’s no longer just about aesthetics; it’s about inclusion, representation, and amplifying voices that have been sidelined for too long.

We need to celebrate individuality in all its forms—across skin tones, body shapes, and identities—and move away from outdated, one-size-fits-all standards. Fashion should empower everyone to see themselves reflected and respected.

German Translation

Mathujana studiert klassischen indischen Tanz, ist waschechte Berlinerin mit Wurzeln in Sri Lanka. Ihr Look inspirierte mich zu einer gedanklichen Reise nach Indien. In meiner Phantasie begab ich mich auf einen Trip aus Materialien, Farben und Mustern. Frei nach dem berühmten Ausspruch der fashion Ikone Diana Vreeland ” The eye has to travel”; dem möchte ich hinzufügen ” …and the mind has to travel as well”!  Alle Bangels und  Ketten sind von der Schmuckdesignerin Anna B.  Anfragen bitte an anjaboettcher1@gmx.de.