The Good German
We always knew those Germans were a creative bunch. I ask; who else could come up with blood sausage and 27-letter words. But fashionable? We thought German style peaked with Birkenstocks and the military look … until now. Ach Ach Liebling ("oh, oh darling" auf Deutsch) is a San Fran-based jewelry company run by a "single wayward lass" — as she refers to herself — named Joanna. Similar to those stoic Germans, Joanna is never one to follow trends and is often inspired by books, nature, old movies and antique illustrations and postcards.
Bypassing the norm and pushing the envelope, Joanna follows one simple philosophy when designing jewelry: "Make it special." And does she ever! With everything from earrings and necklaces to bracelets and clips, Ach Ach Liebling is sure to have a piece (or three or four) you'll fall in love with. Here are the ones we're lusting after:
Morbid or realistic … you decide. This So Lonsome I Could Die ($40) double-strand chain features an antique postcard pendant with the words "I am so lonesome" while the pistol charm seals the deal.
Forget those silly Ten Commandments and indulge in a little desire with this Covet ($36) necklace. A sultry old-time postcard charm is accented with a copper pendant inscribed with the Ninth Commandment … you know the one.
Whether you want a posh pirate look or a sexy sailor one, this Ship At Sea ($66) printed on an ivory Scrim tile adorned with a sterling silver anchor, is the perfect accessory.
-Images courtesy of Ach Ach Leibling
