The Julia Ring in Sonia Yee’s Trilogy: Jewellery as a Symbol of Courage

Jewellery is part of the stories we tell about ourselves. Recently, stylist Sonia Yee shared a powerful trilogy exploring strength, vulnerability, and self-expression. Throughout her work, the Julia Ring has been present. Styled in each part of the series, the ring becomes more than an accessory — it is a companion to the story she tells, reflecting courage, confidence, and personal expression.

In her trilogy, jewellery takes on presence in storytelling. Sonia used the Julia Ring as a constant companion while reflecting on what it means to live with authenticity:

• Bold Vulnerability: She reflects on what we reveal and what we hold close, reminding us that strength often exists in the unseen.

• ‘Still’ in the Maze: She explores moments of disorientation and challenge, showing how presence and awareness can guide us when life feels overwhelming.

• Time to Bloom: She celebrates the courage it takes to own your power — to step fully into your voice, your desires, and your presence.
  
  Sonia invites us to embrace this presence with her words:
  

  • Choose to be seen
  • Choose to be heard
  • Choose to exist unapologetically in your skin
    

As a designer, I’m moved and grateful to see the Julia Ring become part of this narrative as a symbol of courage. This collaboration with Sonia Yee highlights how jewellery can move beyond aesthetics to carry meaning. By styling the Julia Ring through her trilogy, Sonia shows how design can become part of a larger conversation about identity, resilience, and transformation.