My curiosity around amulets and talismans is something of a contradiction.
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Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
16 Oct. 2026
Some believed that phallic icons served as protective amulets against infertility and evil spirits, thus leading to their incorporation in performances, art, and architecture.
The first indication that something a bit fantastical is going on here is the fact that the boutique store has a mascot.
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Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Oct. 2026
One of its recent jobs involves making mascot costumes for Bojangles, where the family is creating Bo Berry and chicken mascots for the company’s locations.
Soddu makes jewelry talismans because they can be worn and returned to.
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Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
16 Oct. 2026
Drawing from the Renaissance game’s design and motif, there are playful talismans — geese, dragonflies, clovers, horseshoes, dice, keys and ladybugs — across trays, teapots, mugs, boxes, miniatures and espresso sets.
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