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STRUGA / Journal

A chronicle of author-driven object design

How form emerges, who creates it, which cultures give it meaning, and how an object lives with a person over time.

Books
7
Publications
163
Entry points
3
The history of STRUGA and the origins of its formal language
VII / STRUGA Archive How form becomes history
01 / Permanent contents

Seven books, one chronicle

Not a chronological feed or folders arranged by geography. Every publication has a primary home, while connections lead further.

Foundational chapters

How the system works in research

A scene unfolds through roles and objects. A monograph unfolds through an author and their language. A list of names accomplishes neither.

Signature Links V.1 chain ring — an object for examining form
Published example

Bali silver: authors, workshops, and cultural context

Not a ranking of Balinese brands, but a map of differences: authorial form, craft, production, shops, and institutions.

Five authorial approaches examined through specific objects, with sources and the limits of what is known.

Open the original publication
Next example · monograph

Parts of Four: Evan Sugerman and the life of material

The author's path, formal grammar, material process, and the objects through which this system becomes visible.

The existing publication connects Bali, dark fashion, and selected objects without duplicating the monograph.

Open the original publication
Next example · scene map

The Russian scene: authorial silver and dark metal

The core, neighbouring movements, and infrastructure — without conflating author, production, shop, and cultural venue.

A working structure for a future chapter, not a published list of players or an assertion of new facts.

Open the original publication
02 / Index

Find your thread

Each publication has one primary home. The index connects it to authors, forms, materials, scenes, and places — without copies.

163 publications · new outside the map: 3 ·
03 / Chronicle

Not news, but a history of knowledge

Research versions and substantive revisions are visible here. A date does not turn a publication into an event, and a missing record is never invented.

163 publications in the chronicleDates come only from the revision map
•Alkemi DesignsNo date recordedIIJohn HardyNo date recorded•Gothic: art, architecture, fashion and jewelryNo date recorded•Dark fashionNo date recordedIIParts of FourNo date recordedV47 Store in SENO: A Jewelry Shop Under a Factory CeilingNo date recordedVPoison Drop in Kazan and a chandelier on the scale of a shopNo date recordedVPoison Drop in Saint Petersburg, by the Red BridgeNo date recordedVPoison Drop in Krasnodar and the two sides of a windowNo date recordedVThe first Poison Drop outlet at VnukovoNo date recordedVThe stone-like spheres of Poison Drop at Paveletskaya PlazaNo date recordedVUnder the domes at Poison Drop in AfimallNo date recordedVA room cut from stone at Poison Drop in AviaparkNo date recordedVJewelry by the letter at Poison Drop in TsvetnoyNo date recordedVThe light that found a home at Poison Drop in MetropolisNo date recordedVA closer look at Poison Drop in SalarisNo date recordedVTwo designs for Poison Drop at Moscow’s AtriumNo date recordedVSoulmates in Phuket: from Rawai to Bang TaoNo date recordedVInside Poison Drop at Dubai Hills MallNo date recordedVJewelry on a Belt at Poison Drop near Patriarch’s PondsNo date recordedV47 Store on Bolshoy Prospekt: The Jeweler Who Helped Design the ShopNo date recordedVHedonist in Canggu: Jewelry Among Clothes and ObjectsNo date recordedVBarefoot Aristocracy in Canggu: Jewelry Up CloseNo date recordedV47 Store on Tsvetnoy Boulevard: Jewelry to Try On30.09.2026VIIWhat one object needs around it11.09.2026IVWhich brands make handmade men's silver chains14.09.2026IIIRaw Tourmaline Crystal Amulet Necklace: What It Is and Where to Buy One02.09.2026VISilver ear cuff without a piercing: how to choose02.09.2026IVWhich brands make handmade men's silver signet rings02.09.2026IIChrome Hearts Dupes: Copy vs Real Silver Alternative17.10.2026revision 1.3IIChrome Hearts Cross and STRUGA Fused Cross: Silver Rings14.09.2026IIThe Great Frog: London's Original Silver Skull02.09.2026IIHard Jewelry Review: Silver, Steel and Returns10.10.2026revision 1.3IIICeluk Village — The Silver Capital of BaliNo date recordedVIMeteorite Wedding Bands — A Dark Union30.08.2026IIIMeteorite Rings — What to Know Before You Buy02.09.2026VIIDARK UNION — the Story of the Form31.08.2026VIIEXPERIMENTAL — the Story of the Form30.08.2026VIIFUSED — the Story of the Form10.09.2026VIIAMULET — the Story of the Form06.10.2026revision 1.3VIIMOSAIC — the Story of the FormNo date recordedVIICARBON — the Story of the FormNo date recordedVIISIGNATURE HEART — the Story of the Form02.09.2026VIIBRUTALISM — the Story of the Form02.09.2026VIITHORN — the Story of the Form02.10.2026revision 1.3VIIBLADE — the Story of the Form27.10.2026revision 1.3VIISIGNATURE ASYMMETRIC — the Story of the FormNo date recordedISTRUGA Cross Necklaces: Carbon, Steel, and Silver02.09.2026VIBirthday Gifts for Someone Who Wears All BlackNo date recordedIVRick Owens Aesthetic — Dark Fashion Wardrobe and JewelryNo date recordedVIMen's Silver Necklaces: Chains, Pendants & How to Choose01.10.2026revision 1.3IIISilver or Gold: Choosing Jewelry for Daily Wear14.09.2026IIISterling Silver 925 — Complete Buyer's Guide15.10.2026revision 1.3IMen’s Silver Cross: Geometry, Material and Meaning02.09.2026IHow an Architectural Signet Is Built: BRUTALISM28.09.2026INorse Rune Silver Jewelry: Modern Interpretation Guide31.10.2026revision 1.3IAmulet Jewelry Meaning: History, Symbols & Raw Stones02.09.2026IByzantine Silver Chain: History, Weave & Styling Guide24.10.2026revision 1.3IIILiving Silver Patina: Care for the Finish You Want13.09.2026IVIndie Silver Jewelry Brands 2026 — Beyond Chrome HeartsNo date recordedVINon-Diamond Engagement Rings 2026 — Dark Silver Guide30.08.2026VISilver Wedding Bands 2026: Fit, Weight and Dark Finishes26.10.2026revision 1.3IIIOxidized Silver: What It Is, vs Rhodium, Care Guide24.10.2026revision 1.3IIIBalinese Silver: 925, Handwork and Patina13.09.2026ISkull Rings Sterling Silver — A 2026 Memento Mori GuideNo date recordedVISilver Jewelry Trends 2026: Shape, Weight and Style26.10.2026revision 1.3VIEar Cuff Materials Guide — 925 Silver, Oxidized & BeyondNo date recordedIIISterling Silver vs Stainless Steel Bracelet: Which Lasts Longer?26.10.2026revision 1.3IIIWhy 925 Silver Tarnishes — and How to Clean It Safely28.10.2026revision 1.3VIHow to Clean Silver Earrings at Home — Finish, Stones, Posts and Backs30.08.2026VISilver Earrings Styles — Studs, Hoops, Drops, Dangles02.09.2026IIIMen's Sterling Silver Jewelry: 925, Fit and Daily Wear02.09.2026VISilver Bracelets for Women: Styles, Widths, Stacking 2026No date recordedVIJewelry Capsule Wardrobe — the 6 Silver Pieces That Cover EverythingNo date recordedVIEar Stacks and Curated Ears — A Layering Guide for Cuffs, Studs, Hoops, and Mixed Metals02.09.2026VIComfortable, Hypoallergenic Ear Cuffs — A Long-Term Wear Guide for Sensitive Ears11.09.2026IIISilver Hallmarks Explained: 925, 950, 999 Stamps and What Each Mark Means13.10.2026revision 1.3VIEngagement Ring Without a Diamond: Stones and Forms26.10.2026revision 1.3VISilver Bracelet Stack — How Many to Wear, What Weights Work, and When to Mix MetalsNo date recordedVITypes of Men's Silver Bracelets — Widths, Links, and What They SignalNo date recordedVIMens Ear Cuffs — A Guide to Masculine Designs, Placement, and Daily Wear13.10.2026revision 1.3VISilver Jewelry Gifts for Her — Birthday, Anniversary, Occasion GuideNo date recordedVIHow to Layer Silver Jewelry for Women — Necklaces, Bracelets, RingsNo date recordedVIEarring Types: How Studs, Hoops and Ear Cuffs Fit24.10.2026revision 1.3VIMen's and Women's Silver Bracelets: Width, Length, Weight and Unisex Fit15.10.2026revision 1.3IIIIs Sterling Silver Valuable? Metal Value, Retail Price and Resale28.10.2026revision 1.3IIIWhy Does Your Silver Bracelet Turn Your Finger Green or Black? The Chemistry of Sterling Silver, Sweat, and SkinNo date recordedIIIHow to Prevent Silver from Tarnishing — A Sterling Silver Care Guide That Actually WorksNo date recordedVIDark Engagement Rings — Black, Oxidized, and Gothic Alternatives (2026 Guide)No date recordedVIAlternative Engagement Rings — Beyond the Diamond Solitaire (2026 Guide)17.10.2026revision 1.3VIMen's Engagement Ring: Finger, Size and Silver15.10.2026revision 1.3VISilver Earrings for Sensitive Ears: Fit, Fastenings and 92527.10.2026revision 1.3IIIHow to Tell If Silver Is Real — Hallmarks, Magnet Test, WeightNo date recordedIIISilver 875, 925 or 999 — which grade is best for jewelry16.10.2026revision 1.3III925 sterling silver — composition, hallmarks, and how it differs from other silver standards16.10.2026revision 1.3IIISterling Silver vs White Gold, Yellow Gold and Platinum: Costs, Weights and UpkeepNo date recordedVIUpper Ear Cuff Sizing and Fit Guide — Comfort, Helix Anatomy, Men vs WomenNo date recordedVIHow to Clean a Sterling Silver Bracelet and Keep Its Patina26.10.2026revision 1.3VIIs Sterling Silver Hypoallergenic? What 925 Can Tell You26.10.2026revision 1.3VISilver Jewelry for Women — A Buyer's Guide to Minimalist, Dark, and Statement Looks26.09.2026VIWhich Hand Do Wedding and Engagement Rings Go On? 29 Countries17.10.2026revision 1.3VIHow Much Does an Engagement Ring Cost in 2026?No date recordedVISilver Ring Weight Guide: 5 g, 15 g and 30 g Explained15.10.2026revision 1.3VIAre Silver Rings Durable? Long-Term Wear, Scratches, and Lifespan16.10.2026revision 1.3ISilver Ring Symbolism — Meaning Across Cultures, Fingers, and Design11.10.2026revision 1.3VISilver Ring Sizing Guide — How to Measure Your Finger Correctly in 202626.10.2026revision 1.3IIIReal vs Fake Gold and Silver Men's Jewelry — How to Tell the DifferenceNo date recordedISignet Ring Meaning and History — Why Men Still Wear ThemNo date recordedVIMen’s Silver Chain Styles: Weaves, Weight and Strength24.10.2026revision 1.3VIHow to Layer Men's Jewelry — Stacking Rings, Bracelets, ChainsNo date recordedIVShould Men Wear Jewelry? Cultural Context and Modern Style GuideNo date recordedVIMen's Necklace Length Chart — Where Each Length SitsNo date recordedVIMen's Bracelet Sizes: S, M and Thick Links15.10.2026revision 1.3IVMen's Jewelry Style Guide 2026 — Minimalist, Brutalist, Signature13.10.2026revision 1.3VIEngagement Ring Types — Settings Explained (Solitaire, Halo, Pavé, Bezel)No date recordedVIHow to Stack Silver Rings — Layering Guide for Men and WomenNo date recordedVIHow to Clean Silver Rings: Care for Each Finish24.10.2026revision 1.3VIEngagement Ring Guide: How to Choose in 202614.09.2026VIEuropean and US ring sizes: conversion chart and measurements17.10.2026revision 1.3VIEngagement Ring vs Wedding Ring — What Is the Difference?No date recordedIIIReal Gold vs Silver Earrings — How to Tell What You're BuyingNo date recordedVICustom Engagement Ring Process — Step by Step from Design to Delivery17.09.2026IIIBali Silver Jewelry — The Complete Guide 2026 | STRUGA15.10.2026revision 1.3IIIBali Silver vs Turkish Silver vs Thai Silver — How to Compare16.10.2026revision 1.3IIICarbon Fiber & Meteorite Jewelry — Guide 2026 | STRUGA16.10.2026revision 1.3VIEar Cuffs Guide — How to Wear Without PiercingNo date recordedIVDark Silver Jewelry for Streetwear: Shape, Layers and Fit26.10.2026revision 1.3VIBest Silver Jewelry Gifts for Men — 2026 GuideNo date recordedIVHow to Wear Dark Jewelry Every Day — Styling GuideNo date recordedIIIHandmade vs Mass-Produced Jewelry — What You're Really Paying For31.10.2026revision 1.3IIIPlatinum vs Silver Jewelry — Which Should You Choose?17.10.2026revision 1.3VIHow to Measure Your Ring Size at Home — Complete GuideNo date recordedIWhy Do Men Wear Silver Rings? Meaning, Style, and TraditionNo date recordedVIGift Wrapping Ideas for Jewelry — How to Present SilverNo date recordedVISilver vs Gold Wedding Rings: Cost, Wear and Care23.10.2026revision 1.3VIIHow STRUGA Jewelry Is Made — From Concept to Silver13.09.2026VIILiving Silver — The Philosophy Behind Uncoated Jewelry26.09.2026IIIBalinese Silver — Why It's Special and Where to Find Authentic PiecesNo date recordedVIIThe STRUGA Story — How an Entrepreneur Built a Silver Brand in BaliNo date recordedIIILiving Silver vs Rhodium Plated — Which Is Better for Daily Wear?16.10.2026revision 1.3VISilver Jewelry as a Gift — How to Choose for Someone ElseNo date recordedVIMatching Wedding Bands for Couples Who Don't MatchNo date recordedVIHow to Stack and Layer Silver Jewelry — A Minimalist Guide25.09.2026IVDark fashion: the complete guide to style and jewelry24.10.2026revision 1.3IIIInside a Bali Silver Workshop — How Handmade Jewelry Is Made24.09.2026IVDark Silver and Techno Culture — The Jewelry of Electronic MusicNo date recordedIIIBlackened Silver — the dark side of STRUGA05.10.2026revision 1.3VIIE-0528 Thorn Amulet — when nature meets silverNo date recordedIIIThe Living Metal: How Sterling Silver Transforms Over Time14.10.2026revision 1.3IIBrands Like Chrome Hearts — 10 Affordable Dark Silver Alternatives17.10.2026revision 1.3VIProposing in Bali: Choosing an Alternative Engagement Ring24.10.2026revision 1.3IVHandmade Silver Jewelry in Bali — Authors and Craft15.10.2026revision 1.3IVDark & Gothic Silver Jewelry Brands: A Map by Style15.10.2026revision 1.3VIHow to Order a Custom Engagement Ring from Bali24.09.2026VIDark Wedding Rings 2026: Guide for Non-Traditional Couples26.10.2026revision 1.3VIAlternative Engagement Rings: Why More Couples Are Choosing Dark Silver Over Diamonds24.09.2026VIWhy Bali Silver Is the Best Souvenir You'll Ever Buy24.09.2026VIIThe STRUGA Design Process: From Concept to Silver24.09.2026VIHow to Style Statement Silver JewelryNo date recordedIIIMeteorite Jewelry: How to Choose, Wear and Care for It25.10.2026revision 1.3IIITourmaline Jewelry: Colors, Meaning, and How to ChooseNo date recordedIIIHow Bali Jewelry Is Made: From Silver to SculptureNo date recordedIWhat Is Brutalist Jewelry? A Guide to Architectural Design13.10.2026revision 1.3
Reader path

From knowledge to one object

The research remains useful without a purchase. Readers who wish to continue can move to the principle they have already come to understand.

Dark jewelry beside clothing — an existing STRUGA publication
Scene and wardrobe: form is tested in life, not only in text.
Culture or question

Where the reader's interest began.

Principle of form

Volume, link, surface, fit.

World and family

CODEX, RITUAL or another fitting context.

A particular object

A real product page and ordering conditions, with no promise of stock.

Explore the jewelry →
Editorial method

What makes a body of work enduring

Not a promise of eternal relevance, but a clear system of facts, sources, limitations, and subsequent corrections.

Evidence at hand

The source and class of fact sit beside the claim, not hidden at the end.

Roles distinguished

Author, workshop, production, shop, and infrastructure are not collapsed into one list.

One canonical home

Publications are not copied between sections. Connections create paths, not duplicates.

Revisions made visible

New knowledge extends the history. Changeable observations receive their own date.