Historias
Monk Punk: The Rebellious Soul of Tibetan Spirit
The first time I saw a young Tibetan monk walk past me in crimson robes, mirrored sunglasses, and chunky sneakers, I paused—not because it felt out of place, but because...
Monk Punk: The Rebellious Soul of Tibetan Spirit
The first time I saw a young Tibetan monk walk past me in crimson robes, mirrored sunglasses, and chunky sneakers, I paused—not because it felt out of place, but because...
The Non-Binary Nature of Tibetan Jewelry
I came to Tibet seeking depth, but what I found was something even more radical—freedom. Not just spiritual or artistic freedom, but a freedom from categories we in the West...
The Non-Binary Nature of Tibetan Jewelry
I came to Tibet seeking depth, but what I found was something even more radical—freedom. Not just spiritual or artistic freedom, but a freedom from categories we in the West...
From Temple to Streetwear: How Tibetan, Buddhis...
Jewelry, at its core, is more than a visual or aesthetic accessory. It is a symbol of survival, a spiritual tool, and a testament to the resilience of cultures that...
From Temple to Streetwear: How Tibetan, Buddhis...
Jewelry, at its core, is more than a visual or aesthetic accessory. It is a symbol of survival, a spiritual tool, and a testament to the resilience of cultures that...
Traditional Does Not Equal Boring—You’re Just L...
What People Think “Traditional” Means When I tell people that Orientra is rooted in traditional Tibetan jewelry, I often get the same reaction—raised eyebrows, a polite nod, and a hesitant,...
Traditional Does Not Equal Boring—You’re Just L...
What People Think “Traditional” Means When I tell people that Orientra is rooted in traditional Tibetan jewelry, I often get the same reaction—raised eyebrows, a polite nod, and a hesitant,...
The Spiritual World of Tibetan People
I was raised in Lhasa, in a small upstairs room above our family’s jewelry shop. Outside, the Barkhor was always moving—pilgrims turning prayer wheels, smoke rising from incense, monks chanting...
The Spiritual World of Tibetan People
I was raised in Lhasa, in a small upstairs room above our family’s jewelry shop. Outside, the Barkhor was always moving—pilgrims turning prayer wheels, smoke rising from incense, monks chanting...
From Ancient Traditions to Modern Statements: T...
Tibetan jewelry doesn’t whisper—it speaks with fire, spirit, and centuries of soul. Forged in the highlands, blessed in monasteries, and traded across continents, it’s a living relic of resilience. This...
From Ancient Traditions to Modern Statements: T...
Tibetan jewelry doesn’t whisper—it speaks with fire, spirit, and centuries of soul. Forged in the highlands, blessed in monasteries, and traded across continents, it’s a living relic of resilience. This...