80 March 2014 www.womanthismonth.com LIFESTYLE | travel by ANKITA MAMGAIN The mind of an artist can draw inspiration from the most unlikely sources. However travel remains one of the most profound influences of all. Here are some destinations that left a lasting impact on designers and their collections. Global Muses Dutch Caribbean Hidden coves revealing emerald-blue waters, arcs of golden sand stretched out beneath vibrant sunsets and a meeting point of rich historical heritage — what more can one ask for on holiday. Celebrated jewellery designer Rona Pfeiffer says the Dutch Caribbean is the place that has had the deepest impact on her and her designs. “The influence travel has on my creations is one that supports the theme of my jewellery and my life — contradiction. I sailed through the Dutch West Indies, a magnificent visual, but listened to Led Zeppelin,” says Rona. This contradiction of senses is the cynosure of her pieces. Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao, often referred to as the ABC Islands, lie north of Venezuela, outside the hurricane belt, and boast a wonderful climate. Urban, pulsating with energy and yet tranquil and serene, these islands are a great choice year round for the beaches, family fun, water sports, culture, history and pampering.
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