Afterglow jewellery
Afterglow took out the Debut Accessory Designer award at 2010 Fashion Exposed! Congrats to them!!! Charms Baltis & Ben Neich are the creative duo behind the Australian jewellery label. Their designs are entirely handmade by old world artisans.
Afterglow is stocked in their own store in Milton NSW, online and in exclusive boutiques and galleries throughout Australia.
| Their latest collection ‘King of the Castle’ is, if I may say it, freakin‘ beautiful. So I had to ask Charms, one of the designers, what her inspiration was behind this gorgeous collection. Q: Your 2011 ‘King of the Castle’ collection is completely stunning! What inspired you to do this theme? |
A. King of the Castle was conjured from medieval Fairytales, its the dark, eery and magical tales that I found intriguing and inspiring. All of my jewellery collections are themed on a very strong story that I write before researching and designing. I think it brings a magnetic appeal to my jewellery. In this winter collection hand carved bangles and pendants have an ancient and mysterious feel to them, crosses, swords and keys all reference my story of knights, princesses and secrets and the elaborate beaded neckpieces that come down to the belly are what my Queen wears in my little tale. Oh yes and the hidden drawers in the heart ring and pendant are just so sweet and conceal a tiny key!
Thanks Charms!
Looking forward to meeting Charms at Fashion Exposed, exhibiting under Designer Accessories, 6-8th March 2011 at the Sydney Exhibition Centre. If you are a member of the Fashion, Footwear or Accessories industry, click here to register for entry!
Launched in Sydney 2006 and held twice a year, Fashion Exposed is Australia’s hottest stage for new and emerging fashion and accessory designers from Australia and New Zealand.
