GREAT READS → NO FAIL Issue 933 · October 26, 2022

Chiena’s Story

I was trying to control every detail — and it wasn’t working

Chiena’s Story

Born and raised in Hong Kong, Chiena Avzton spent her childhood years custom designing her own wardrobe at her local Chinese tailor. She used this talent to found Three Bows, a company focused on affordable classic apparel. With her years of experience sourcing top fabrics and fine-tuning patterns, her brand is centered around great wear, great style, and tried-and-true designs.

Recently, I was at my cousin’s wedding. The music was playing, the crowd was dancing, and as I gently pushed my hair behind one ear, I felt that something was off.

My earring was gone.

These earrings had clasps that swing shut in the back. I never trusted those. I’d always put an additional butterfly clasp on as a security measure, but this time I’d forgotten to.

I couldn’t imagine how I’d possibly find it. My mother was standing next to me. “Don’t worry!” she said, all optimistic. “Someone will find it!”

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