Surya and The Moon Unveils “The Golden Ghoda” at Wellington International
At Wellington International, Surya and The Moon debuted its latest collection, The Golden Ghoda, in an artful showcase set against the backdrop of Florida’s most iconic equestrian grounds. The event was a journey where fine jewelry, visual storytelling, and equestrian grace meet in a poetic collision.
Photo by Erin Bowman
The Golden Ghoda (Hindi for “horse”) is more than a collection—it’s a reverent nod to motion, strength, and ancestral beauty. Crafted in 18k gold, the line features pendants, earrings, and delicate marble dishes hand-painted by artisans from India. The artisans are a group of farmers in rural Rajasthan who use this form of artistry as a creative outlet after long days of farming. They come together as a community and create this intricate marble art by candlelight to wind down. The duality of these jobs shows their ability to switch roles from day to night.
Each piece is an homage: to heritage, to nature, and to the timeless connection between horse and human.
Surya and the Moon also teamed up with artist Larissa Ann, whose work had become a beloved fixture in the community. Her brushwork has immortalized some of the country’s top equine champions, which brought an emotional current to the collaboration. Her signature style—at once tender and powerful—translates seamlessly into the spirit of The Golden Ghoda, infusing the collection with soul and sentiment. Think of it as wearable memory: gold that holds meaning, and marble that whispers history.
Among the standout pieces is the ongoing motif of Surya and The Moon’s beloved Surya star—now in a beaded necklace and earrings suspended with luminous gemstones and sculpted roses. A symbol of light and resilience, the Surya acts as the collection’s heartbeat.
Photo by Erin Bowman
But perhaps the most touching element is the interactive one: throughout the week, visitors were invited to add their brushstroke to a collaborative saddle painting project—a symbolic merging of many hands and hearts. The finished saddle was revealed at week’s end, a complete mosaic of stories: a tribute to community, craftsmanship, and the beauty of the ride.
Set within Wellington’s sun-soaked arena of champions and connoisseurs, The Golden Ghoda feels right at home. Surya and The Moon’s ethos—rooted in intention, artistry, and cultural reverence—finds a natural rhythm here. Jewelry becomes narrative. Adornment becomes legacy.
With this debut, Surya and The Moon doesn't just launch a collection—it delivers a love letter to tradition, to movement, and to the quiet magic of memory forged in gold.
Tearsheets by Robin Chou, Graphic Design Intern, PhotoBook Magazine
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