B Dodi is a London based label, with focus on statement jewelry, metal and leather accessories with a dark, tribal and sci-fi vibe. Founded by Beatrice Dodi, a self-taught multidisciplinary artist raised in Bologna, Italy, and currently based in East London, where she operates from her atelier.
Her collections take inspiration from ancient cultures, tribes, mythology, symbols, the occult, science, nature, underground movements, distilling their elements into futuristic accessories with a gender-fluid appeal. Focus is on design excellence, expert craftsmanship and sustainability in the making process. B Dodi accessories are created for Fashion Icons, Queens and Kings of the Future. Bold, irreverent, sensual men and women and everyone in between, that want to stand out and look for that special memorable piece.
"I find a lot of inspiration in watching movies, especially classics and horror. Music is an infinite source, everything from rap, electronic music, techno, pop. Books with esoteric narrative, the history of a garment, where and why something has been created in that particular realm. "
What do you love about being a jewelry designer?
It is a form of meditation. It allows me to sculpt a vision into a metal object, it is an alchemy of a revelation. A dream that comes true.
Where do you look for creative inspiration?
Everywhere. The sky is the limit. Literally everywhere I look. In the city landscape, the smell, the colours I see around me. I find a lot of inspiration in watching movies, especially classics and horror. Music is an infinite source, everything from rap, electronic music, techno, pop. Books with esoteric narrative, the history of a garment, where and why something has been created in that particular realm.
How would you describe BDODI’s aesthetics?
Dark, Irreverent, Refined, Tribal, Futuristic.
Who is your style icon and why?
It is tricky to pinpoint one. I would say Isabella Blow and Michelle Lamy. Isabella Blow because of her eclectic taste and superb elegance. Michelle Lamy because of her tribal influences. She has such a strong personality. I would love to meet her one day.