Our dreams have come true! The unique styles of Cat Hammill jewellery now adorn our dust-free table tops! Cat Hammill jewellery is a great Australian  label that’s only stocked at the hottest boutiques across Australia and NZ; so we’re psyched for her to join the bc family!

Cat came in-store last week and we were able to throw a few questions her way, follow the link for our interview and some images from her Winter ‘10 range that will drop in-store next week…

 bc: So Cat Hammill, when did you start up this beautiful brand and why?

CH: I found it hard to find cool jewellery, so I started making it myself, buying beads and charms from all over the world. This then grew into making jewellery for my girlfriends, word quickly spread and I had so many requests I couldn’t keep up. I soon left my job as a Brand Manager and started Cat Hammill in June 2008.

I love what I do every minute of the day and sometimes feel guilty that I am able to do something so fantastic!
 

bc: This interview must be up there with the highlights of your career! On your website it says you take a fair bit of inspiration from South America, what else inspires your jewellery collections?

CH: A lot of my inspiration comes from the new trends in fashion and what the celebs are wearing. I love the casual beach lifestyle too, particularly in LA. I spend days hunting in markets for ideas and inspiration. Usually not from the mainstream brands, but rather quirky eclectic, off the beaten track vintage stores in West Hollywood. I get inspired from cool, timeless relaxed fashion and love creating an individual look with my jewellery.

bc: You have your own jewellery label; does this mean you have more necklaces and bracelets in your wardrobe than actual clothes?

CH: My lifestyle is very casual so have a wardrobe full of jeans and tanks. My jewellery is a huge part of my look and layer it up every day. I can’t leave the house without my wrists piled high with all my cool bracelets, I definitely have a wrist thing going on!
 

bc: We’ve just received most of your Winter 10 collection in-store, what are the main themes running through this collection?

CH: The Winter 10 range tells a story of Bohemia meets Rock Chic. A cool mix of bracelet stacks and necklaces that can be mixed and matched with every piece, creating a look tailored to any individual, urban style!

The Angel collection is derived from the symbolic connotation of the angel wing. A symbol of spiritually, protection and love. All mixed back with funky bohemian style coloured beads.

Rock will delight the inner rock chic. My love of leather and wrap bracelets were a huge inspiration here.

Princess Skull is a sharp and clean collection featuring solid chunky charms against brilliant metallic bracelets and extra long suede and silver beaded necklaces.

bc: Who do you think your target customer is?

CH: My target customer craves something different and wants to stand out. Her urban, casual lifestyle is reflective in what she wants and how she dresses. I don’t discriminate in age; it’s more about the look rather than age.

bc: When will we get to see your Summer product in stores?

CH: Summer is released mid September!

Get ready, the new range is amazing!

Cat, thanks so much for your time! We love your range, and can’t wait to see what you have in-store for Summer!

For more information check out Cat’s website here.

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