Born in New York, raised in both England and the Netherlands, Bibi studied Fine Art first in Florence before specializing in sculpture at the Gerrit Rietveld Academy in Amsterdam, then completing her studies at the Royal Academy of Arts in The Hague. A trained sculptor and jewellery designer, Bibi now works and creates both to global acclaim in her studios in Amsterdam and Portugal.
Our jewellery-making process is inspired by nature and grounded in traditional craftsmanship, with an eye for detail that is innovative and transformative. Bibi hand-sketches and sculpts every idea before each piece is hand-carved first in wax before setting with precious stones and positive energy to create ‘miniature sculptures,’ and unmistakable Wearable Works of Art.
“I am a sculptor. I knew from an early age that was my direction in life, then became mesmerized by the whole creative process and technique of creating jewellery. What began as very academic became very conceptual as I rolled deeper and deeper into the jewellery world. I am still completely intrigued by art you can wear and how to tell a story set in a new context.” –Bibi van der Velden
I’ve been so impressed by personally meeting the designer of this unique collection during Paris Fashion Week. Her creativity is as amazing as she is. I feel so blessed that on my professional path I can always meet such creative and beautiful souls.
