How well do you know your ABC's?

Remember learning your ABC’s as a kid? All the excitement and tongue twists as you hit L-M-N-O… The sense of achievement you got from learning the building blocks for spelling and finally figuring out what your parents meant when they said  T-O-Y-S or C-A-N-D-Y. Even now it’s hard to forget “A is for Apple, B is for Banana…”

Thanks to Ashley Buchanan and Buki Peters A is no longer just for “Apple” and B is no longer just for “Banana”. They’ve made their way into our jewelry boxes and have added spice to our closets. These two accessory designers are my go-to-girls for passionately updating my wardrobe with beautiful handmade pieces that are as fun, unique, inspiring and happy-go-lucky as the women designing them.

Ashley designs, from L to R: CHANDELIER EARRINGS, TIER CHANDELIER NECKLACE, MODERN HEIRLOOM CUFF

Ashley Buchanan graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Jewelry and Metalsmithing. She mixes iconic imagery in contemporary culture and traditional jewelry. Each piece she designs is a blissful combination of vintage inspiration and modern interpretation. Her jewelry is all hand cut and finished, ready for daytime play, serious business and wherever your heart finds you. She is redefining how we look at pearls and giving us more reasons to love our silhouettes. She’s been trekking across the globe, participating in exhibitions from Italy to Georgia and her work can be seen in select boutiques in Georgia, South Carolina and Florida. Just as she’s found her way into boutiques and craft stores dotted around the globe, we know she’ll fit right into your closet making best friends with each piece that makes your style unique.

Buki's Designs, from L to R: BUTTON EARRING, PEARL BIB NECKLACE, HEAVY METAL KNOCKER

Buki Peters (formally known as Olubukunmi) started designing as soon as she could walk. She used anything and everything her hands could find inside her mother’s closet and outside of her house in Nigeria to create jewelry. Her passion and skill for making opposites attract is still evident in each piece she designs today. Buki draws inspiration from the natural world, people and her wide reaching travels. She mixes luxury material with the everyday to create playful pieces that are easy to mix and match with anything from your classic cashmere cardigan to your hipster leather bomber. Each piece she creates is a unique reflection of her personality: deep thinking, refined and fun. Her collection can range from earthy to ethereal, classical to whimsical and is sure to have something you’ll feel is your kindred spirit (if accessories could be).

W&W is proud to present Ashley Buchanan and Olubukunmi. Check out their pieces in our accessories section. Let them inspire you to dream away!