CLASSIC SHAPES
Liv traces the natural contours of the human form in exquisite whorls of yellow gold and loops of silver. Her signature shapes embody a unique sensuality.
Jewelry design is imbued with a sculptural sensibility in the hands of Liv Luttrell, who traces the natural contours of the human form in whorls of yellow gold and loops of silver. “I have always enjoyed the sensuality of shaping metal: there is a real feeling of adventure faced with a flat piece of metal that I sculpt with sometimes subtle, sometimes bold moves to create drama and volume,” she says.
Understated elements in her jewelry make for enticing accents. A juxtaposition of finishes on the Vol ring creates a rich texture, and Twist hoops curl behind the earlobe. A bespoke clip on the Twist earrings brings functionality to the forefront. Luttrell explains, “The design process is a very personal one: the sensuality of the aesthetic must translate into the same feeling for the wearer.”
By reducing the design to its essential form, she shifts our focus to simple silhouettes and easy wearability. “Simplifying a design idea to its most potent parts is an important element of my process. There is a point where the design has been stripped of any fuss but still retains the detail giving it vibrance and personality.”
Texture adds a sensual edge to her classical forms. “Texture creates another language when designing: the way light reflects shine or shimmers can completely change the feeling of a piece,” she says. Luttrell discovered the ancient art of Florentine finish on her travels. “I fell in love with the light it creates. It takes great skill to hand-engrave the multiple intersecting parallel lines that give the gold its beautiful shimmer. For me, it’s a perfect partnership of traditional art and contemporary design.”
