bmai autumn winter 2016- colours of africa lookbook
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Colours of Africa Autumn/Winter collection 2016
J e w e l l e r y & A c c e s s o r i e s
B y S a i r a M i a n
From the Maasai tribes colourful beads amidst the sands of Kenya,
to the deep navys dyes of Tuareg people.B Mai represents a strong woman,
She faces the day bravely, empowers herself
and defeats her fears.
Colours of Africa Autumn/Winter collection 2016
Made In Britain
Metal parts such as the steel tubes are laser cut, polished and finished to
the highest standard for a beautiful quality end piece. As well as
jewellery and metals, Saira Mian’s expertise lays in textiles and knit as
she graduated in Fashion Knitwear and Textiles at University in
Notingham, UK. This knowledge and love for textiles is apparent in alot
of the collections. The BMai studio is busy with hand crafting beautiful
pieces. Knit fabrics are constructed, metal tubes are polished, pieces are
hand stitched with silks, cottons, textures or beading!
Our Expertise..
A/W 2016 INSPIRED BY. .
MS-3669. Masai Girls, Masai Mara Game
Park. Kenya. Photo: Jim Zuckerman.
MAASAI TRIBESInspired by the
Maasai Tribes from
the lands of Kenya
and Tanzania, Africa,
whose decorative
wear of contrasting
scales, dazzling beads
and metals juxtopose,
speak to the viewer
and demand
attention.
About Us..Based in a studio in Nottingham, UK,
BMai is a high-end design house which
creates handmade luxury Jewellery &
Accessories. Founded by Saira Mian,
BMai developed from the concept of
tribal wear from around the globe and
peoples inquisitive nature of
combining, creating, and using
materials from their environment to
communicate with others and
express themselves.
Handmade
Care For The EnvironmentLong Lasting Materials
10745. Masai Tribe, Kenya. Photo: Jim
Zuckerman.
Autumn Winter 2016 collection from BMai,
Colours of Africa, brings a vibrant array of colours, cotton, Italian silks and beads on steel.
Colours of Africa Autumn/Winter collection 2016
LET YOUR STATEMENT PIECE
A really versatile piece, Sunrise matches many colours and styles. This tribal inspired neckpiece features a large stainless steel tube with handsewn small seed beads and Swarovski’s. With vibrant geometric
shapes formed from handsewn cotton.
Barrel measures 2.4 inch (6cm) length x 1.8 inch (4.5cm) outer diameter. Chain length is 21 inches (53 cm).
GEOMETRICS
EMPOWER YOUR PRESENCE”
SUNRISE
WELCOME TO A WORLD OF
2COA-01
Colours of Africa: Autumn/Winter collection 2016
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a black leather-look top or dress!
STRONG
DAWN
For the strong woman who has no fear. This large stainless steel tube is handsewn with bright orange cotton to give a burst of
colour to your outfit. With stacked bundles of black and white seed beads.
Lower barrel 2.4 inch (6cm) length x 0.5 inch (1.3cm) outer diameter. Top barrel measures 2.4 inch (6cm) length x 1.8 inch (4.5cm) outer diameter.
Chain length is 21 inches (53 cm).
I AM
2COA-02
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a patterned monocrome shirt!
Colours of Africa: Autumn/Winter collection 2016
BOLD & BRAVE
This beautiful tribal look neckpiece features a polished stainless steel tube, handsewn black Swarovski crystal and seed beads. A trio of beaded black cord hang, adding
movement when worn.
Barrel measures 2.4 inch (6cm) length x 1.8 inch (4.5cm) outer diameter. Chain length is 21 inches (53 cm).
RED MAASAI2COA-03
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black and white block print jumper!
handsewn swarovs
ki
crystal beads
Featuring a large stainless steel tube with handsewn seed beads and Swarovski crystals. Blue and green beads compliment the silk and wool threads,
with a bold pattern in black. This striking piece is sure to set off any look.
Lower barrel 2.4 inch (6cm) length x 0.5 inch (1.3cm) outer diameter. Barrel measures 2.4 inch (6cm) length x 1.8 inch (4.5cm) outer diameter.
Chain length is 21 inches (53 cm).
This medium neckpiece features handsewn Swarovski’s. Cotton and silk forming geometric shapes. With a smaller tube creating a variation of scale.
Top barrel measures 2.4 inch (6cm) length x 1.18 inches (3cm outer diameter. Lower barrel 2.4 inch (6cm) length x 0.5 inch (1.3cm) outer diameter.
Chain length is 18 inches (53 cm).
LIME STAR
GRASSLAND
Colours of Africa: Autumn/Winter collection 2016
STRONG & EDGY
2COA-04
2COA-05
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slogan printed top or sweater
and a leather jacket!
handsewn swarovskicrystal beads
This double barrel neckpiece features bright bold colours and a shorter chain. Delicate hanging strings of black Italian silk hold colourful seed beads, adding flecks of
colour across your outfit.
Two barrel’s measure 2.4 inch (6cm) length x 0.5 inch (1.3cm) outer diameter. Chain length is 16 inches (40.6 cm).
TRIBAL DUOColours of Africa: Autumn/Winter collection 2016
2COA-06
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A black dress..
or for the more daring, a bold red, yellow
or blue collared shirt!
A trio of barrel’s, this neckpiece features handsewn seed beads and a bright yellowchevron pattern which brings the piece to life.
The three barrel’s measure 2.4 inch (6cm) length x 0.5 inch (1.3cm) outer diameter. Chain length is 21 inches (53cm).
VIBRANT YELLOWS Colours of Africa: Autumn/Winter collection 2016
YELLOW STRIPES YELLOW TRIO
Bright stripes of yellow cotton make this neckpiece pop. The large stainless steel tube has handsewn small and large seed beads and a blue Italian silk cord pattern at the centre.
Large barrel measures 2.4 inch (6cm) length x 1.8 inch (4.5cm) outer diameter. Lower barrel 2.4 inch (6cm) length x 0.5 inch (1.3cm) outer
diameter. Chain length is 21 inches (53cm).
2COA-07 2COA-08
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a green top or dress and a leather jacket!
SHE’S A WARRIOR
LIME WARRIOR BLUE WARRIORRED WARRIOR
Colours of Africa: Autumn/Winter collection 2016
2COA-09 2COA-10 2COA-11 2COA-12
These striking Warrior neckpieces are made of the smaller, chunky stainless steel with handsewn beading. They give a bold and edgy look!
The tube’s measure 2.4 inch (6cm) length x 0.5 inch (1.3cm) outer diameter. Chain length is 21 inches (53cm).
STYLE IT
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some ideas of how to style the
versatile warrior pieces!
with jet blackswarovski crystals!
GREEN WARRIOR
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