Chan Luu left her homeland of Vietnam in 1972 to follow her dream of designing—a dream that took 24 years to come true. What happened in the meantime? She earned a business degree in Boston and a fashion design degree in LA, and opened a clothing and accessories boutique. Despite this last style-oriented achievement, the shop didn't sell her own designs—so in 1996, she finally launched her jewelry collection, followed by a clothing line in 2004. Today, Luu's loot is sold all over the globe, and though they were many years in the making, they were definitely worth waiting for.
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chan luu amazonite necklace
This 3-strand stunner makes any outfit you flaunt it with more fabulous. (Seriously—it could make a burlap sack look swanky.) Features faceted, mint-tinted opaque amazonite stones and gold vermeil rings on a waxed linen cord. With Luu's signature shephard’s hook closure. 17” long.
Was: $280
Now: $198

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chan luu lapis necklace
A knockout necklace by Ms. Luu, with lapis and sodalite stones in very royal shades of blue. The handmade double-strand gold vermeil chain is interspersed with rings and finished with a signature shepard’s hook closure. It’s one of our favorite reasons to wear a v-neck (besides Thinny Thin Chin, of course). 17” long.
Was: $180
Now: $119

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chan luu crinkle fringe scarf
'Peachy' keen and silky-soft, this extra-long scarf, trimmed in tassels, is meant to be artfully draped any which way. In lightweight, warm-weather-friendly viscose. 104" long. Peach. One size.
$76

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chan luu brown mother of pearl necklace
The kind of necklace that coaxes out one compliment after another, this 3-strand stunner boasts shimmery brown mother of pearl laser-cut ovals, plus gold vermeil discs and ‘nugget’ beads on a gold vermeil chain. Handmade in Luu’s LA design studio with her signature shepherd’s hook closure. 17.5” long.
$280

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chan luu gathered waist dress
This breezy silk dress captures the perfect empire cut with bra-friendly wide-set shoulders, a flattering deep-V neckline and a gathered ruched waistband that starts just below the bustline. The calf-grazing length is the perfect showcase for a sexy pair of sandals. 100% silk. 32” from waist. Harbor Blue. Sizes S(2-4) M(6-8) L(10-12).
$218

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chan luu hematite bead necklace
This graduated strand features unpolished slate grey hematite beads, which warm and cool along with your body temperature and have a satisfying weight when dangling on your décolletage. Simple yet statement-making, with a sterling silver chain on either end and toggle closure. 22” long.
$160