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"La mémoire la plus profonde est une mémoire de toute notre destinée" Jean Guitton
Classic jewelry pieces, chevalières have a rich history that dates back to antiquity. Over the centuries, they have evolved while preserving their essence and enduring popularity as iconic items in the world of jewelry.
Passed through generations, they carry with them the legacy and history of the family.
Worn by both men and women, chevalières do more than add a touch of sophistication to any look - they become lasting symbols of style and elegance.
Catharina Florence created Mamie Leonie in tribute to her French great-grandmother, Léonie. In French, Mamie means grandma, expressing this homage in a spontaneous and natural way.
Each piece carries meaning, a story, and over time, becomes a part of who we are. Mamie Leonie is not just about style, is a way of life.
Coincidentally, the famous childhood holidays of Marcel Proust in Combray, which inspired his acclaimed work in Search of Lost Time, took place in his aunt Léonie's house. Proust's exploration of memory draws on a philosophical view of time, where recollections bring past and present together into a single, unified moment. Mamie Leonie evokes this very same idea, where it's chevalières take the place of Proust's madeleines.
The importance of tradition blends seamlessly with a modern and timeless design. The contemporary vintage. But eternal.