Z.X Zhao

My work explores the intersection of scent, sensory ritual, and wearable design, drawing inspiration from my personal experience with insomnia. I create jewellery that carries calming fragrances—olfactory amulets offering portable comfort. Material innovation is key: I use plant-based powders and custom materials that diffuse scent through motion or gentle burning, without smoke. Each piece blurs the line between jewellery and sculpture, evoking both domesticity and futurism. By engaging the senses of sight and scent—the most emotionally resonant— I aim to create intimate, sensory environments that invite moments of quiet reflection, grounding, and emotional restoration in daily life.