A-EYE: Our Blog

My Chain Reaction

This very unique chain was originally sourced from a Japanese foundry in 2016. A component I have sheepishly presented since this time. I finally started loving it when my son energetically wrapped...

Embracing Experimentation: Finding Meaningful Motivation

Experimentation is central to our motivation for 2022. Hayley Thompson shares the thinking from a series of conversations and workshops with Founder and Creative Director Amanda Briskin-Rettig.

Atelier Re-Imagined

Follow the journey of our recent Atelier transformation.

Our 'New Experiences' Narrative

Our creative expression, your distinct experience

Upcycled: Amanda's Personal Note about the discipline

Our first exhibition of upcycled work was a study of a past loved backpack for which we had left over stock at the Atelier.I wanted to challenge myself to transform the Drawpack into a bag that wou...

Upcycled: A renewed approach to ‘new’

For our team, this year has marked a time for conversations and development around longevity, recycling, redesigning and upcycling as a way of creating ‘new’ from the renewed. Hayley delves into wh...

Style with a Touch of Soul

Simple suggestions for leaning into intermittent, persistent lockdown living. Although not exhaustive and in no particular order, it expresses a sense of style at present and a touch of soul. 1. S...

The MiMCo Mention

In 2020 I was invited to reflect on Mimco as part of a book being compiled by the group who now own the brand.  I am sharing with you the letter I wrote as it reminds me of the importance of connec...

The Personal Note

Welcome to my first 'News Note'. This tip list will be loosely related to what I'm wearing, observing and inspired by. I hope you enjoy the insight and its natural connection to what we make. - Ama...

The Atelier Through Their Lens

An Artful Photographic Series  Made in Melbourne  Our Melbourne based Atelier is where we have made each piece since inception in 2012.  Talented motion team Jessie Oldfield and Adam Murfet of CKo...

In the Moment

The Favourites list of April 2021 An edit of favourites of clients are investing in, while Mothers day is on the mind of some.

Halo_ From Concept to Creation

The Halo Journey  In celebrating the launch of Halo, we have compiled a step by step photo journal exploring the moments from concept to creation. The vision is a wearing experience at the interse...