Sneak peak

We are now the other side of the solstice and as far as the ‘RB’ calender goes that means we are inching closer to unveiling our next collection.

Pictured here is just one of the pieces that will feature when we officially launch the ‘gemalicious’ range in August.

So for a hint of things to come…

It is bright, it is bold, it includes some newly designed classic Riley Burnett pieces to die for PLUS something else we are pretty excited about!!

This collection we are introducing a new budget conscious range - because we believe everyone deserves to be adorned in great pieces. They are colourful, accessible and still designed by head designer Jennie Riley and handcrafted in our Lennox Head workshop.

Check back in for more news on our Spring/Summer collection soon.

Bali and not beyond

Well it probably does not come as a surprise to many that the Bangkok trip was postponed. Our thoughts were with our friends and colleagues in Bangkok – we will be visiting very soon.

The Bali trip did go as planned but we have to confess it was not all work and no play. In fact it wasn’t very dull at all if you look at the sparkling water around our new favourite resort, Karma Kandara (pictured).

It was Jennie’s birthday so we just had to take a look. Anyone would, right?

Food was also a highlight on this trip (as it is on every trip). New to us was a food destination - Pili Pili Warung in Seminyak. Yum!

And we did work. Promise.

Jennie says it was all things woven that caught her eye on this trip - woven straw, woven metal, woven fabrics and chainmail.

“But best of all was the inspiration I always get from being in a beautiful environment, experiencing rituals and seeing how they enrich life. Observing the creating of the moment and then the enjoying of it. It slows you down, it connects you to your surroundings. It’s wonderful.”

One insight shared on the trip was a design forecast we never expected to hear from Jennie’s mouth. She uttered the phrase, “pastels are the new bright”. We don’t think we are going to hold her to it but on the other hand - you never know!

An inspiration pilgrimage

Riley Burnett head designer, Jennie Riley, and some of her team are heading off to Bali and Thailand this week on an inspiration pilgrimage.

“I am pretty excited about getting away and experiencing the creative vibes that tend to come our way on these trips,” Jennie says.

“It is those out of the way locations and really local markets where I find the most exciting treasures to bring home.

“Many of the semi-precious stones, metals and yet unknown discoveries will find there way into my next collection.

“The inspiration I get from these trips is definitely a highlight for me in putting together a new range.”

Check back in here over the next few weeks and we will share some of our adventures!!

Also, we would love to hear from you if you know a great out-of-the-way destination you think we should visit.

You can leave your ideas by making a comment on this post...

(Archive photo: Jennie Riley and Bella contemplate the possibilities on previous trip to Bali...)