"Travelling has always been a part of my life. At eighteen years old, I became a flight attendant, and spent my university years discovering new places. As a director and business partner of an international jewelry brand, for almost ten years, I am charmed by jewels. I love how dear they become over a time, with significant memories attached to them. I’ve always wished to bring a gift with meaning from my travels, a talisman for my loved ones and to have one myself, for protection on my adventures. But I couldn’t find one.
In 2016 I moved from Slovakia to Portugal. When I arrived to Lisbon, a statue in front of the airport building caught my attention. It was the figure of a man holding a child in one hand and a staff in the other. Below was the inscription ‘Sao Christovao’. Later that day I discovered that it was St. Christopher, the protector of travelers. Intrigued, I read beautiful stories about St. Christopher. To me, he is a protector of all people, as we all travel these days, whether to work or just for pleasure, everyday or occasionally. The idea of jewelry for protection began to form in my imagination. I pictured it being very colorful and unique, affordable to everybody. Something you
can easily buy for family, friends or yourself.
Blest was created in March 2017. With beautiful intentions to charm and give a blessing of protection to those we care about. It is a good luck offering for all. Loved ones, travelers, those enjoying sports, dreamers and adventurers. Differently colored medallions are named after places and cities that touched my heart.
I feel blessed, that I could create a wonderful charm for everyone’s protection. Whether you are enjoying waves or holidays, the city lifestyle or adventures following the sunshine."
- Vanda Vavercakova, founder
