Ever since she was youngster, designer Jenny Bird has had a head for art and her hands in fashion. Drawing on the experience of a family of seamstresses and her artistic, rural community, Jenny started out self-taught, crafting and selling her work to family from her living room.
Though her passion may have taken root in small-town Canada, her line is branching out all over the world, from a celebrated debut that made its way to Henri Bendel on New York’s Fifth Avenue to a recent feature in the Zoe Report. Not to mention, her creations have been flaunted by actresses like Whitney Port and dazzled the cameras of Gossip Girl.
But for all its fast growth and luxe look, it isn’t some superficial, flash-in-the-pan trend - it’s got some serious soul! Since the beginning, Jenny’s striven to imbue her work with a sense of freedom, to elevate that boho-chic look with high quality materials, to tell a timeless story. Frankly, we love to listen.
Your brand… has a modern-vintage aesthetic that is both fresh and timeless. It is also a luxury product at an accessible price point, which is hard to find these days with overpriced “it bags”.
Your inspiration… Vintage fashion, pop culture, textiles of all kinds, travel, current lines such as Akris, Dries Van Noten, every woman and man I see on the street with a confident sense of personal style.
Fashion Tricks… Wear pieces you’ve had for a while in different ways. Put music on while dressing in the morning! Dress to fit your mood and to fit the day you want to have!
Your Ultimate Fashion Entourage…Chloe Sevigny. Audrey, of course. Anyone who is brave and has FUN with fashion in their own way.
Classic or Trendy…I think you don’t have to be either or, you can be the NEW MODERN, a sophisticated version of classic with just enough of the “new trend” thrown in that you look modern and classy at the same time. QUALITY of garments is critical. Cheap and trendy I do not do.
Street Style or Runway…Runway. Although street style has its place and definitely filters into my inspiration through observations and then ultimately my subconscious. But runway and street are really are circular influences on each other, so I don’t think you can separate them. One would not exist without the other… Also – worth noting is the latest celebration of Stephen Sprouse via the collaboration with LV and Marc Jacobs.
*Excerpts from “Insider Interview with Jenny Bird,” The Style House, 2011
Jenny Bird
CLEO STUDS
Snakes have a long history of femininity and power. These antiqued gold coiled snake earrings will let everyone know you are fearless and powerful.
- Antiqued bronze
- 1/2" diameter
- Post back closure for pierced ears
Jenny Bird
JENNIFER GRAY
There's no hassle with this tassel! It is gorgeous. Jenny Bird's stretch bracelet, gold plated with gray beads looks great alone or stacked with other bracelets.
- Gold-plate, resin beads
- 2" diameter
- Stretch fit
Jenny Bird
LUNA WRAP
The Luna wrap bracelet brings ultimate attitude to every look. An edgy, yet chic way to show your spunk.
- Leather, gold plate
- 12" long
- Comfortably wraps twice around most wrists
- Designed by Jenny Bird
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