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A rare find: The unexpected encounter with wearable nautical art

by S. Whitaker 2 Apr 01:30 PDT

There's something we all seem to share as true lovers of the sea—especially those of us drawn to the nautical world. It's a deep connection with authenticity, nature, and the undeniable pull of freedom.

And yet, I've always found it frustrating that, from land, everything marketed as "marine lifestyle" looks painfully similar—predictable, mainstream, and lacking soul. Fortunately, there are exceptions. Rare ones. And when you stumble upon one of them, it's like a jolt to the heart. You fall in love instantly. You recognize something real—something that carries the same force, mystery, joy, and untamed spirit that the ocean and sailing embody for those of us who have it running through our veins.

One of those moments hit me hard when I first laid eyes on the sculptural jewelry of Wearable Nautical Art by Angela Lago. It was one of those rare "crash" encounters—completely unexpected, yet impossible to ignore. The moment I saw those pieces, I felt it. A rush. That same inexplicable energy I get when staring at the horizon at sea, or when the wind suddenly shifts and fills the sails.

I discovered them by sheer chance during a trip to Madrid, in the boutique at the Edition Madrid Hotel. And as soon as I saw them, I needed to know everything. Who created them? Where did they come from? What was the story behind these striking, organic, almost otherworldly pieces?

Nautical Torque Braid in Brass

In a world where originality is increasingly hard to come by, stumbling upon something like this felt like a gift—a perfect and unexpected highlight of my visit to Madrid.

So, who is Angela Lago, the artist behind these remarkable pieces? And what makes her work so special?

Angela Lago is a Spanish artist with an unconventional journey. Born in Vigo, on Spain's Atlantic coast, she grew up in a family deeply tied to the sea. Her path, however, was anything but linear. With a background in Law, Intellectual Property, photography, and theatre, she explored various fields before ultimately finding her voice in jewelry. Her journey toward creation was gradual—first through curating artists whose work was connected to the sea under the project Just the Sea, and later by crafting her own pieces, shaped by her roots and personal connection to the ocean.

Since childhood, she has admired sailors and seafarers. To her, they embodied strength, authenticity, and freedom—values that would become the foundation of her artistic identity.

Golden Nautical Rope Brooch

Jewelry became her way of translating this deep, almost mystical connection to the sea. Her creative process is intuitive, playful—like a child discovering the world with wonder. Through her hands, metal is transformed into sculptural pieces that don't just represent the ocean but capture its essence, its movement, its ever-changing moods.

Sterling Silver ropes and freshwater pearls choker

For Angela Lago, the sea is not just an inspiration; it is an intrinsic part of her being. It runs through her veins, shaping how she sees the world and how she creates. Her work is an extension of that bond, a way to express what words cannot—wearable art that carries the soul of the ocean.

Loose end rope choker

This is not mass-produced, trend-driven jewelry. It is something else entirely. It is a universe of its own, built over years of exploration, reflection, and a relentless pursuit of authenticity. And when you hold one of her pieces, you feel it. The weight of the sea. The whispers of the waves. The call of something wilder, deeper, and infinitely more real.

A true work of art, skin to skin. Instantly recognized by free spirits and true sailors.

Anchor Sketch Pendant

Ballestrinque Nautical Pendant

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