Postoje razgovori koji ne počinju pitanjem, već atmosferom — nežnom energijom koja okružuje osobu pre nego što izgovori ijednu reč. Upravo takav je susret sa Valentynom Davydovom, ženom koja je svoju unutrašnju transformaciju pretočila u brend Sankhara.
Njen nakit nije samo estetika, već intimna poruka, talisman, mala lična revolucija koju žena nosi na koži. U intervjuu koji sledi, Valentyna otkriva kako je nastala Sankhara, gde pronalazi inspiraciju, kako izgleda njen svakodnevni balans između stvaranja i života, i zbog čega veruje da pravi luksuz počinje — iznutra.
Šta Vas je inspirasalo da stvorite Sankharu i na koji način brend odražava Vašu ličnu viziju i identitet?
SANKHARA je nastala kao produžetak moje lične transformacije. To je brend o unutrašnjem putovanju — o povratku sebi. Svaki element odražava moje uverenje da istinski luksuz počinje iznutra. Moj nakit nije o spoljašnjem sjaju, već o značenju, dubini i energiji koju žena oseti kada ga nosi. SANKHARA sam ja: moj put, moje iskustvo, moja snaga i moje verovanje u novi život.
Možete li nam ispričati nešto o svom putu — kako ste ušli u svet dizajna nakita?
Moj put ka svetu nakita nije bio linearan. Došao je iz unutrašnje potrebe da stvorim nešto što ima smisla. U jednom trenutku sam shvatila da želim ljudima da ponudim više od ukrasa — želela sam da stvaram simbole snage, lepote i unutrašnje harmonije. Počela sam da proučavam gemologiju, sarađujem sa zanatlijama i tražim kamenje koje mogu da osetim. Tako je počelo moje putovanje u dizajn nakita.
Kako Vaše lične vrednosti utiču na filozofiju dizajna Vašeg brenda?
Moje ključne vrednosti — iskrenost, dubina, ljubav i smisao — oblikuju svaku SANKHARA kreaciju. Vidim lepotu u detaljima: u energiji prirodnih dragulja, u linijama koje pričaju priču. Nikada ne stvaram samo radi estetike — sve mora imati svrhu i nositi unutrašnju snagu.
Kao kreativnog preduzetnika, šta Vas najviše motiviše, a šta Vam predstavlja najveći izazov?
Inspiriše me sam život: izlazak sunca, osmeh koji ujutru uputim suncu i koji mi odmah promeni raspoloženje. Putovanja, ljudi, neočekivani trenuci, tišina… posebno tišina i vreme nasamo sa sopstvenim mislima. Ali najviše me inspiriše osećaj da stvaram nešto što budi lepe emocije u drugima. SANKHARA je o senzaciji koju žena doživi kada stavi nakit — o tome kako se njeno unutrašnje stanje menja u trenutku povezivanja sa lepotom i smislom.
Na početku mi je bilo teško da spojim kreativnost i biznis. Vidim ljubav u svemu — u kamenju, u oblicima, u najmanjem detalju. Ne umem da stvaram „jednostavno“. Meni je potrebna dubina, priča, duša. Ne jurim novac — želim da žene budu lepše i srećnije. Jer to uvek počinje iznutra.
Kako pronalazite ravnotežu između privatnog života i odgovornosti koje nosi vođenje jednog luksuznog brenda?
Ravnoteža za mene nije stvar rasporeda. To je iskrenost prema sebi. Kada osetim da mi treba pauza — uzmem je. Kada dođe inspiracija — stvaram. Učim da čujem sebe, da verujem sebi, i to mi pomaže da spojim uloge majke, žene i osnivača brenda. Ne žurim. Osećam.
Da li postoji komad iz Vaših kolekcija koji za Vas ima posebno značenje?
Da. Više kolekcija nosi delove moje lične priče. “Circle to Yourself” — moje putovanje nazad kući, ka sebi. “Wings of Freedom” — sloboda koju sam stekla nakon godina ograničenja. “Lumina” — unutrašnje svetlo koje nikada ne bledi.
Gde pronalazite inspiraciju za svoje dizajne — postoje li mesta, iskustva ili ljudi koji posebno utiču na Vaš rad?
Inspirišu me putovanja, energija različitih zemalja, hramovi, priroda, okean, planine. Ali najviše — ljudi i njihove priče. Svako ima svoje putovanje, svoje svetlosti i senke. Ponekad jedan susret ili jedna rečenica rode čitavu kolekciju.
Kako izgleda Vaš savršen dan?
Savršen dan počinje tišinom… suncem… meditacijom, jogom, poljupcima i zagrljajima mojih voljenih. A zatim — kreativnost. Ideje, inspiracija, susreti. Dan ispunjen kretanjem, lepotom, energijom i smislom. Dan u kome se osećam zaista živom.
Kako vidite razvoj Sankhare u godinama koje dolaze?
Vidim SANKHARU kao međunarodni brend koji širi filozofiju svesnog luksuza. Moji komadi nisu samo nakit — oni su lični simboli, talismani, priče žena koje ih nose. Vidim i intimne SANKHARA prostore u različitim zemljama — mesta koja dišu mojom estetikom i energijom.
Koji savet biste dali ženama koje žele da svoju strast pretvore u uspešan biznis?
Ne bojte se da budete svoje. Ne čekajte savršen trenutak — on ne postoji. Pratite svoj unutrašnji plamen, čak i kada je put nejasan. Snaga žene leži u nežnosti, u hrabrosti, u sposobnosti da oseća i da nastavlja dalje. Verujte u sebe. Volite. I radite ono što vas zaista čini srećnim.
Kako se opuštate i obnavljate energiju u užurbanom životu kreativnog preduzetnika?
Vraćam se tišini, prirodi, sebi. To me vraća u moj centar. Najvažnije je što pokušavam da živim tako da sprečim burnout. Težim ravnoteži u svakodnevnom životu. Moja prva knjiga uskoro izlazi — upravo o tome: o ravnoteži, svesnosti i povratku unutra. Duboko je povezana sa značenjem moje nove kolekcije „Circle to Yourself“, koja će takođe uskoro biti predstavljena.
Koje principe smatrate ključnim za očuvanje autentičnosti jednog luksuznog brenda kao što je Sankhara?
Iskrenost. Smisao. Kvalitet. Dubina. Ljudi uvek osete kada je brend istinski. SANKHARA je energija koja dolazi iz srca. I još jedan princip — samo prirodni dragulji. Ja sam gemolog i ne prihvatam ono što je stvoreno mašinama. Samo priroda. Samo ono što je živo. Biram kamenje kada ga osetim — kada zaista rezonuje sa mnom. Tu počinje priča svakog SANKHARA komada.
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What inspired you to create Sankhara, and how does the brand reflect your personal vision and identity?
SANKHARA was born as a continuation of my own personal transformation. It is a brand about the inner journey — the return to oneself. Every element reflects my belief that true luxury starts within. My jewelry is not about the external shine but about meaning, depth, and the energy a woman feels when she wears it. SANKHARA is me: my path, my experiences, my strength, and my belief in a new life.
Could you tell us about your journey—how did you transition into the world of jewelry design?
My path into the world of jewelry was not linear. It came from an inner desire to create something meaningful. At one point, I realized I wanted to offer people more than just adornments — I wanted to create symbols of strength, beauty, and inner harmony. I began studying gemology, working with artisans, and searching for stones that I could truly feel. That is how my journey into jewelry design began.
How do your personal values influence the design philosophy of your brand?
My core values — honesty, depth, love, and meaning — shape every piece created under SANKHARA. I see beauty in the details: in the energy of natural gemstones, in the lines that tell a story. I never create just for aesthetics — everything must have a purpose and carry inner strength.
As a creative entrepreneur, what motivates and challenges you the most?
Life itself inspires me: a sunrise, the smile I give to the sun in the morning that instantly changes my mood. Travel, people, unexpected moments, silence… especially silence and time alone with my thoughts. But most of all, I’m inspired by the feeling that I create something that awakens beautiful emotions in others. SANKHARA is about the sensations a woman experiences when she puts on jewelry — how her inner state transforms the moment she connects with beauty and meaning.
In the beginning, it was difficult for me to combine creativity with business. I see love in everything — in the stones, in the curves, in the smallest details. I don’t know how to create something “simple.” I need depth, story, and soul. I don’t chase money — I want women to feel more beautiful and happier. Because that always starts from within.
How do you find balance between your personal life and the responsibilities of managing a luxury brand?
Balance, for me, is not about schedules. It’s about honesty with myself. When I feel I need a pause — I take it. When inspiration comes — I create. I’m learning to hear myself, to trust myself, and that helps me combine the roles of mother, woman, and brand founder. I don’t rush. I feel.
Is there a particular piece from your collections that holds personal significance to you?
Yes. Several collections hold pieces of my own story. “Circle to Yourself” — my journey back home, to myself. “Wings of Freedom” — the freedom I gained after years of limitations. “Lumina” — the inner light that never fades.
Where do you find inspiration for your designs—are there any places, experiences, or people that particularly shape your work?
I’m inspired by travel, the energy of different countries, temples, nature, the ocean, the mountains. But most of all — by people and their stories. Everyone has their own journey, their own light and shadows. Sometimes one meeting or one sentence gives birth to an entire collection.
What does a perfect day in your life look like?
A perfect day begins with silence… the sun… meditation, yoga, kisses and hugs from my loved ones. And then — creativity. Ideas, inspiration, meetings. A day filled with movement, beauty, energy, and meaning. A day in which I feel truly alive.
How do you envision the future evolution of Sankhara over the coming years?
I see SANKHARA becoming an international brand that brings the philosophy of conscious luxury into the world. My pieces are not just jewelry — they are personal symbols, talismans, the stories of the women who wear them. I also envision SANKHARA opening intimate spaces in different countries — places that breathe my aesthetic and energy.
What advice would you give to women who aspire to turn their passion into a successful business?
Don’t be afraid to be yourself. Don’t wait for the perfect moment — it doesn’t exist. Follow your inner fire, even if the path is unclear. A woman’s strength lies in softness, in courage, in the ability to feel and keep moving forward. Believe in yourself. Love. And do what makes you truly happy.
How do you unwind and recharge amidst a busy life as a creative entrepreneur?
I return to silence, to nature, to myself. That brings me back to my center. Most importantly, I try to live in a way that prevents burnout. I strive for balance in my everyday life. My first book will be released soon — it’s about exactly that: balance, awareness, and returning inward. It is deeply connected to the meaning of my new collection “Circle to Yourself,” which will also be released soon.
What qualities or principles do you consider essential for maintaining authenticity in a luxury brand like Sankhara?
Honesty. Meaning. Quality. Depth. People always feel when a brand is genuine. SANKHARA is the energy that comes from the heart. And one more principle — only natural gemstones. I am a gemologist, and I do not accept what is created by machines. Only nature. Only what is alive. I choose gemstones when I feel them — when they resonate with me. This is where the story of each SANKHARA piece begins.
Team:
Star: Owner & Founder of SANKHARA Jewelry Brand Valentyna Davydova @valen_tynochka
Jewelery: SANKHARA JEWELRY @sankhara_jewelry
Dress: Naz Maer @nazmaerofficial
MakeUp: Oksana Schelling @schelling_beauty
Hair: Natalia Sereda @sere_naty
Photographer: Iryna Moisieienko @irina.averina.photo
Producers: Valentina Gurova @valentinagurova head of PR Aliyans Media Group @pr_aliyans & Cory Tran @corycoutureproductions
