Handmade Luxury: Interview with Designer Barbara Campbell
Designer Barbara Campbell
I first introduced you all to designer Barbara Campbell in October 2011, when I attended one of her trunk shows at Bloomingdales in SoHo, where she was showcasing her Black and Gold jewelry collection. This week I had the opportunity to catch up with the busy designer to learn more about her company, where she gets her inspiration from, and how her business continues to thrive in the fashion industry.
Where are you from?
I am a first generation Cuban-American, born and raised in Washington Heights in Manhattan. Both my mother and father were born in Cuba
When did your company launch?
The inspiration for my company began in Vermont in 2006, overlooking a lake in the green mountains. The natural beauty of the environment started merging with my design instincts. The company actually launched while I was on the beach in Montauk. Once again the natural beauty of the beaches and the ocean convinced me that designing accessories that were inspired by nature’s wonders was something I wanted to do. The company officially launched in the fall of 2007. (more…)
Designer Spotlight: Barbara Campbell
Designer Barbara Campbell at her jewelry trunk show at Bloomingdale's SoHo in New York City.
This weekend I had the opportunity to stop by Bloomingdales in SoHo to check out the Black and Gold Jewelry Collection of Brooklyn-based designer Barbara Campbell.
Whether your style is edgy, chic, or sophisticated, there is something in this collection for you, which consists of handmade jewelry of vintage buttons, mixed-metal, leather, gold-filled and semi-precious stone.
Launched in fall 2007, each piece is carefully hand-crafted by Campbell, who became inspired to start producing her own line after her mother-in-law handed her natural rocks from the beaches of Montauk, and encouraged her to start designing.
Most noteworthy, nothing in the jewelry line is mass-produced, so you can be rest-assured that you will be the owner of a one-of-a-kind piece.
Click here to shop Barbara Campbell’s unique, handmade accessories online.
The Black and Gold collection has everything from long, crystal necklaces to wire-wrap earrings.
Black rain bracelets
Leather bracelets are one of the designer's best-selling items.
A close view of the intricate detailing on a Barbara Campbell bracelet.
Vintage button charm bracelets and necklaces.
BC chain maze earrings
Jet glass custom bracelet
Gold link bracelet
Organic elements are incorporated into some of the pieces.
