John Hardy Celebrates Year of the Tiger

According to the Chinese Zodiac, the Year of 2010 is the Year of the Tiger. John Hardy is celebrating the new year (which begins in February) with the Macan Collection (‘macan’ is Balinese for ‘tiger’). Available in both men’s and women’s fashions, this collection features tiger-inspired designs in sterling silver.

The Tiger is the third sign in the Chinese Zodiac cycle, and it is a sign of bravery. This courageous and fiery fighter is admired by the ancient Chinese as the sign that keeps away the three main tragedies of a household: fire, thieves and ghosts. Guy Bedarida, head jewelry designer for the John Hardy brand took inspiration from this powerful animal when creating the Macan Collection. Discover pendants, rings, bracelets and more in sterling silver designs with black and white topaz.

Just as how their counterparts in the jungle are impulsive, so too are individuals born in the Chinese Year of the Tiger. When people think of tigers, it is their vigor and power that comes to mind first. But it has also been noted that tigers are known to share and are unselfish animals. The reason people admire the tiger is due to the fact that they are ferocious and domineering on the outside, but they are just as noble and distinguished on the inside. These are the same personality attributes that persons will have who are born in the Year of the Tiger.

People that are born in the Year of the Tiger are generally well liked because of their charismatic personalities. Often, failing at a given duty or being unproductive in his personal or professional life can cause a Tiger to experience a deep sense of depression.A Tiger is always at their happiest when they endeavor to climb the ladder of success. Attaining the top spot is his foremost purpose; being in a position of power is her ultimate goal. They are quick learners, need to be challenged and often prefer to work alone. Some Tigers tend to change careers more frequently because they get bored quite easily. They are natural born leaders and perform at their best if working towards positions of power and influence. So once there is no further room for progression, they will often move on to something else.

John Hardy’s Macan Collection is available at Hyde Park’s Denver and Phoenix store locations.