Art Deco Facts & Our Inspired Earrings

Following from our last post, we thought we'd tell you a little more about Art Deco, which these earrings are inspired by.

1. Art deco is based on geometrical and mathematical shapes.

2. Art deco was originated in the 1920s which is why you could imagine earrings like these on a flapper dancing the night away.

3. Art deco originated in Paris by international expositions of modern industrial and decorative art.

4. Art deco was often shown through crystalline and faceted forms.

5. It was regarded as an electric form of elegant and stylish modernism.

Sofia Boutella Jewellery Quote

'When I give my jewellery as a present, I feel like I'm giving protection to someone I care about...'

- Sofia Boutella

Paris 2017

We were just in magnificent Paris, the city of elegance, grandeur and nonchalant style. The sound of accordions by Notre Dame, the smell of crêpes and art in every corner left us alive with inspiration. Here's a film made by our resident filmmaker showing our favourite places, the ones we didn't want to forget. What's your favourite part of Paris?

Exhibition Inspiration: Drawn from Life: People on Paper

Sketching is a key part of Luke's design process, so seeing this exhibition of talented artists was hugely inspiring. The sketches showcase various techniques, drawn in black chalk or coloured pencils. The exhibition is a must-see, especially if you are a creative.

Beaney Museum Inspiration

Luke's inspiration comes from many different places. Galleries and museums are a treasure chest of ideas. We went to The Beaney one morning before the city had woken up and saw beautiful works of art. We stood hypnotised by striking, life-like paintings and gazed at jewellery from Greek and Roman times. It was an incredible reminder that the same things fuel good design again and again: quality and fearless experimentation. The sheer range of colour and form in the museum is striking. 

ATELIER ACCESS ALL AREAS: BOHEMIAN #1

The 'Bohemian' collection whisks away the wearer into a world of sweet, spring-time softness. Inspired by Art Nouveau's fantastical evocation of nature, Luke has crafted pieces which include butterflies, dragonflies, flowers and the precious bumble bee. 
The focus falls on interesting forms, mixed materials such as mangano calcite and silver and using colourful gemstones for a burst of theatricality into classic, elegant creations.

And the flower motif used in the collection has a story of its own...

When Luke was an apprentice, the flower was the first piece he ever made. A throwback to where it all began, Luke continues to work with the flower in his bohemian collection, which is being expanded due to demand. The flower will keep being reinvented, adorned with different natural elements to keep the organic, fresh feeling. Creations using the flower may also be realised in Luke's bespoke service.

We love the Art Nouveau movement, especially this doorway shot in Prague. It is a style which will always influence some of the work here at Luke Goldsmith jewellers.