DESIGN PHILOSOPHY
Drawing inspiration from the relics of the past and the narratives they hold, Aveta aims to create jewelry with a touch of magic, evoking delight in those whom they adorn.
Aveta embraces the beauty of imperfection, viewing it as a symbol of the natural cycle of life and creation. Her jewelry, with its slightly weathered aesthetic, carries a sense of history and belonging, aiming to create a balance between ancient and futuristic - looking to the past for inspiration yet thinking how to create a new, more authentic future.
Each piece of jewelry designed by Aveta is a testament to the stories and emotions that shape our lives. She uses her own emotional landscape to inspire and imbue her jewelry with meaning, transmuting her feelings into thoughtfully crafted jewelry. She hopes that this will inspire others to embrace their own narratives, and use them to forge a more beautiful and embracing internal and external world.
Aveta believes in designing outside of the trend cycle and with timelessness in mind, so you can cherish your pieces forever.
For all inquiries please email: hello@avetastudio.com
ABOUT THE DESIGNER
Ashley Volbeda founded Aveta Studio in 2019, two years after graduating from the Jewelry Program at the Fashion Institute of Technology. The brand's name honors her Italian grandmother who was one of the most important figures that inspired her through the jewelry she wore and left behind.
Originally from San Diego, CA, and having had the privilege of visiting family on the picturesque coasts of Italy and the Netherlands as a child, Ashley's creativity is deeply inspired by these Ancient cities and the oceans and seas they reside along. The tales and myths that immortalize these places further fuel her imagination, shaping her artistic vision.
She is captivated by the idea that jewelry has been a part of human history for millennia and will continue to tell our stories for centuries to come.
SOURCING & MATERIALS
Each piece in the collection is designed by Ashley and handcrafted by her with the help of a very small team of independent women jewelers located in NYC. Aveta is made with an Earth-friendly pledge to make her jewelry in a way that’s kind to the planet. She uses recycled metals to make her jewelry, which uses less carbon emissions.
Castings are made with a local casting house in NYC and made in small batches to eliminate waste. Any excess materials are recycled and reused. Chains are sourced from trusted manufacturers that also use recycled metals, or are handmade link by link in the Aveta studio.
SHIPPING
Every order is packaged in a recyclable box or reusable pouch and shipped using compostable or recyclable materials.