This Is What Jewelry Inspired by Physics Looks Like

From far-flung destinations to iconic moments in history, designers often call upon a wide range influences when creating their collections. For Victoria Cho and Astrid Chastka, the duo behind jewelry brand Metalepsis Projects, inspiration comes from three fields in particular: art, architecture, and science. They've created what they call "exploratory conceptual jewelry," which translates to sleek, amazingly cool baubles with fascinating backstories.

Take for instance, the brand's "orbital" collection, which is "inspired by molecular compositions and the physics of sound (such as the frequencies and wavelengths)." We won't claim to fully understand these concepts, but what we do know is that this forward-thinking jewelry is truly stunning. Don't believe us? We've rounded up a few of our favorite pieces for your shopping pleasure. 

Scroll down to shop our favorite picks from Metalepsis Projects!

Which piece is your favorite? Tell us in the comments below!

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Erin got her start as a Who What Wear intern over 12 years ago—back when the site only published a single story per day. (Who What Wear has since increased that number twentyfold.) She graduated magna cum laude from USC, which is how she ended up moving to Los Angeles from her hometown of San Diego. In college, she also interned at Refinery29, where she was promoted to editorial assistant and then assistant editor. After nearly three years at R29, she came back to WWW in 2016, where she currently holds the title of senior news editor (as well as the unofficial title of resident royal expert—in case you haven't noticed her numerous Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton stories). She spends her days trying to incorporate her idols, Anna Wintour and Roger Federer, into as many stories as possible. Outside of work, she loves tennis, classic rock, traveling, and smothering her dog with affection.