The Florida Silhouette
The shape of home. The outline every Floridian recognizes the moment they see it.
This special piece was created when our longtime jeweler, Scott, lost everything during Hurricane Ian. It has since become a fan favorite.
This special piece was created when our long time jeweler, Scott, lost everything during Hurricane Ian and it has since become a fan favorite.
This variation of the #SWFLStrong pendant does not have diamonds. It is 14K white or yellow gold with either a 14K rose or white gold heart.
This variation of this pendant is available in 3 options:
- 14K white gold with a rose gold heart
- 14K white gold with a yellow gold heart
- 14K yellow gold with a white gold heart
Measuring approx 21.5mm x 20.5mm, and hangs on a heavy, soldered o’ring bail.
This piece does not come with a chain. Necklaces are sold separately.
The Story
From Devastation Came Strength
In September 2022, Hurricane Ian tore through Southwest Florida with catastrophic force. Homes were destroyed, businesses were leveled, and lives were turned upside down. Among those hit hardest was Scott, the longtime bench jeweler at Zak's Jewelry. Scott lost everything: his home, his belongings, all of it taken by the storm. But SWFL didn't break. Neighbors helped neighbors, strangers became family, and an entire region came together to rebuild what the hurricane had taken.
A Pendant Born from Loss
Out of that devastation, Scott transformed his loss into hope. At his jeweler's bench, he created the #SWFLStrong pendant, a Florida silhouette with a heart placed over Southwest Florida. This pendant became his way to heal and give back. What began as a personal piece soon became a cherished emblem and a movement. Today, the #SWFLStrong pendant is worn by people throughout the Gulf Coast as a symbol of resilience, unity, and the unbreakable spirit of Southwest Florida.
