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Award winning designer to exhibit at Coutts London Jewellery Week

30th May 2008 Print
Award winning designer to exhibit at Coutts London Jewellery Week  Discover the enchanting world of this talented award-winning designer - before others do - Kimberley Selwood will be showcasing her stunning range of jewellery at Treasure in the Tower as part of Coutts London Jewellery Week.

Up and coming British designer Kimberley Selwood, is also to launch her first collection of homeware at British Silver Week. The new range will be on display at the renowned Hamilton and Inches shop in Knightsbridge from 10th to 21st June.

Kimberley Selwood’s individual designs have already seduced many professionals; she has been rewarded with several prestigious prizes such as the new designer Goldsmith Award for Jewellery. This is more than deserved - the distinctive combination of organically shaped super feminine patterns with fine sheets of metal result in fascinating aerial effects.

Kimberley’s jewellery is both bold and sophisticated; the pieces are handmade, subtly crafted in the highest quality materials (18 carat gold, sterling silver, precious stones) with extraordinary attention to detail.

Kimberley’s designs will alight any outfit with a special glow, giving it a unique touch. They are with no doubt future collectibles.

Ranges include:

Kaleidoscope Butterflies
A Kaleidoscope is the word for a flock of butterflies. The collection combines delicate butterflies with structured forms and blackened detail, creating a stunning contrast and bringing to life the beauty of nature. Either in silver, oxidized or with gold. Price ranging from £85.

Order in Chaos
The award winning Order in Chaos ranges key influential elements are orchids, fractals and the Chaos Theory. Using lace-textured precious metal creates a tactile quality complimented by the complex arrangement of the elegant hand-pierced patterns. Price ranging from £50.

Butterfly Effect
This delicate and enchanting range takes its inspiration from the Butterfly Effect, in which supposedly the flap of a butterflies wings creates ripples around the globe, which in turn can cause a tornado. Hidden clasps, unique linkage and great design make this range a collectable. Price ranging from £30.

Capture
A modern take on the traditional pearl. The organic forms and the intricate, yet random setting show Kimberley's signature style. Price ranging from £35.

Tangled hearts
A simple heart range delicately entwined. Pretty details and the use of two metals give a more unusual and precious take on the most romantic symbol. Price ranging from £50.

Torn Men’s Range
A mix of clean lines and ruggedness. This chunky distinctive range for men uses Kimberley's style and sense of detail by adding an unusual feature of blackened fractures through dense metal. Price ranging from £75.

Coutts London Jewellery Week will be the first time that the jewellery industry has united to highlight the UK’s status as one of the globe’s leading jewellery-crafting centres. As well as this key event at the Tower of London, it will feature catwalk shows, the Royal College of Art Jewellery and Silversmithing Awards, gemstone seminars, jewellery-making masterclasses and workshops. For more information, visit Londonjewelleryweek.co.uk.

Treasure at the Tower of London is part of Coutts London Jewellery Week, running from 12th to 15th June 2008. Open to the public, trade buyers and collectors, Treasure at the Tower of London will feature an exclusive selection of visionary jewellery pieces from over 40 of the most exciting names in jewellery working in Britain today. The spotlight will be on designers who use the most cutting-edge technology and innovative materials – alongside those who utilise ethical materials and sustainable work practices. For more information see Treasureatthetower.com.

For more information and stockists, see Kimberleydesigns.co.uk.

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Award winning designer to exhibit at Coutts London Jewellery Week