Whorls Necklace

Princess Leia’s iconic "whorls" were inspired by historical Indigenous cultures and female revolutionaries. George Lucas drew from two distinct earthly sources to create this regal revolutionary aesthetic. The most recognized influence is the "squash blossom" hairstyle, traditionally worn by young, unmarried Hopi women in Arizona. Lucas also referenced the "soldaderas" of the Mexican Revolution, such as Clara de la Rocha, who wore similar coiled hairstyles.

This is Oropopo's take on the feminine language of hair from a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away... or from right in the Southwest. 

1 1/2” at its widest and 14" long, oxidized copper chain and hook closure

OROPOPO is a husband and wife duo who make jewelry, bags and objects in their Albuquerque studio drawing from the iconography of the American Southwest.