Riley Burnett: Hand made in Australia – worn across the world.

Jun 7
06:12

2011

Liz Fletcher

Liz Fletcher

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The genesis of Jewellery design house Riley Burnett came about during a year’s travelling in Europe during 2004, but back then, two young back packers could not have dreamed that one day their pieces would be worn by some of the most famous people on earth.

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The genesis of Jewellery design house Riley Burnett came about during a year’s travelling in Europe during 2004,Riley Burnett: Hand made in Australia – worn across the world. Articles but back then, two young back packers could not have dreamed that one day their pieces would be worn by some of the most famous people on earth. Now the Australian design partnership of Jennie Riley and Jason Burnett has gone global with its sensational pieces being a hit with boutiques, art galleries and celebrities all around the world. Superb artisanship, bold innovative design and the finest quality materials are all hallmarks of Riley Burnett’s style and the reason why the jewellery is often seen adorning some of the world’s most astonishing women.  For example, A-list celebrities like Jessica Alba and Winona Rider have been photographed wearing Riley Burnett pieces. In addition, models including Elle McPherson and Alessandra Ambrosio have also been seen wearing items designed and made by Riley Burnett. A delighted Jason said following a trip to the United States: “There was a lot of excitement around our jewellery in Hollywood.” Sterling silver and semi precious stones collected during months of travelling have provided the staple for the Riley Burnett collections currently taking the fashion world by storm. Upon returning to Australia after their European adventure, Jennie and Jason established the Riley Burnett workshop in the tiny but beautiful coastal township of Lennox Town, just south of Byron Bay in Northern New South Wales. But this sleepy little town in its idyllic location has definitely made a big noise on the international fashion scene. Claudia Jonkers, who imports Riley Burnett jewellery to sell at Cloud Cuckoo Land in the picturesque harbour town of Lymington in the UK said: “I definitely feel privileged to be able to tell people that I can supply this exquisite jewellery. “I’m not surprised in the slightest that Riley Burnett has had such amazing global success because their pieces are simply sensational – just ask the stars.” She added.

 

Check out the Riley Burnett Collections at Cloud Cuckoo Land