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Metal jewelry designer Jamie Spinello’s recent creations are inspired by a time that has always intrigued me – ancient Egypt. This is a new fashion trend – you heard it here first. OK, maybe you didn’t but I’m putting it out there!
Working with copper, aluminum and brass, Jamie crafts pieces inspired by all kinds of different cultures, peoples and times in history but what interests me most is the Egyptian jewelry, partially because I love the geometries but also because I like the oversized nature of the pieces and their forcefulness.
The warrior cuff and muzzle ring appear to be inspired by battle gear – so cool. They’re almost Brutalist…
You can buy Jamie’s jewelry on Etsy. Also, check out her plastic dioramas and papercuts – awesome!
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8 Comments
Sarah on 11.23.2012 at 09:59 AM
this is far from a new trend. it’s been going on for a long while now and is always cycling back. if anything the current cycle of its popularity is on it’s way out of here.
Jaime Derringer (post author) on 11.23.2012 at 10:01 AM
I look at a lot of jewelry, fashion and home decor on a daily basis and have yet to see this trend. Maybe I’m not looking in the same place as you?
Jamie Spinello on 11.24.2012 at 12:53 PM
Thank you so much for the feature! My work is inspired by both egyptian motifs and medieval torture devices. I am really in love with playing 45 degree angles against 90 degree angles and seeing what patterns can result. Thank you! I love all of your jewelry features!
CindyTellsMe on 11.24.2012 at 13:31 PM
I love the ancient/deco feel many of her pieces have. Thanks for featuring this talented designer.
Kristen on 11.26.2012 at 22:22 PM
There is much more than just Egyptian or Medieval inspiration going on in these pieces. I see subtle references to Art Deco, Modernism, Greek and Roman design, and many others. Together they add up to a perfect jewelry ensamble for the time traveling post-apocalyptic princess. I can tell the maker looks at a lot of work from different cultures and periods and appropriates different ideas and aesthetics to create her own unique designs. These pieces display a creativity and confidence, and an overall ability to think outside of the jewelry “box” that is rare among designers today. Good find!
Jaime Derringer (post author) on 11.27.2012 at 09:03 AM
Hi Kristen,
Yes – most definitely. If you look at some of her other pieces you can see that she is inspired by tons of different cultures.
Delynn on 12.03.2012 at 07:46 AM
I have aquired pieces from her huge selection of hand made jewelry and every time I wear one I get compliments – good designs.
John on 07.12.2013 at 21:49 PM
I’m looking for a bold mans bracelet similar to the one on your webpage with some turquoise inlays. My goal is to somehow attach a plastic jar lid, either pre-existing or fabricated on the bottom of the bracelet to lay on top of my banjo head as a moveable arm rest. This will keep any flesh from touching the banjo head and dampening the tone and sustain. I’m now using a sock top with a plastic lid with holes drilled around the sides and stitched to the sock. The elastic in the sock is giving away and it looks horrible plus it sags. The bracelet concept would look better and hold solid, the lid or fabricated arm rest to elevate my arm. It would better on stage to have something ornamental on the arm. The bracelet must be long enough to prevent the device from pivoting around and changing my hand position over the strings. I think the bracelet illustrated on your page would work.
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