Article: Studio Agaea: Fluid Forms and Modern Mythology
Studio Agaea: Fluid Forms and Modern Mythology
Introducing Studio Agaea
Gushlow & Cole introduces the second in an ongoing series of carefully curated collections - Studio Agaea, the jewellery label founded by Australian-British designer Colombia Everett.
Having previously interned with Gushlow & Cole, Everett’s work immediately felt at home within the brand’s visual world: sculptural, tactile and quietly expressive. Her pieces featured organically throughout our recent campaign, styled alongside textured layers and timeless silhouettes.
Founded in London, Studio Agaea explores the intersection of digital innovation and traditional craftsmanship. Using sculpted, 3D-printed lost-wax casts, each design is transformed into fine jewellery that intentionally preserves traces of the making process.
Inspired by movement, nature and mythology, the debut collection, Naiads, takes its name from the water nymphs of Ancient Greek mythology. Abstract feminine forms merge with the flowing essence of water, resulting in sculptural pieces that feel both ancient and contemporary.
Balancing evolving technology with artisanal technique, Everett creates jewellery designed to feel enduring rather than seasonal, tactile objects intended to be collected, worn and lived in.
In Conversation with Coco Everett
What first inspired the Naiads collection?
"Naiads was inspired by the fluidity of water, how it flows and shifts. The collection heavily features both figural women based on ancient Minoan terracotta sculptures and abstract organic shapes. It felt only right to name the collection after the mythology of water nymphs."
Your process combines digital methods with traditional craftsmanship. What interests you about that contrast?
"I use technology to bridge the gap between craftsmanship and modern design. Hand sculpting forms in digital software, the physical realisation is crafted through 3D printed lost wax casting, and then each piece is meticulously hand finished."
Why was it important for the jewellery to retain texture and irregularity?
"The texture in our jewellery feels organic. Topographical peeks fracture the light, shifting dynamically with the wearer, making the metal feel alive. In nature, it is rare for surfaces to be polished, whether it is the ripples that spread across a pond or the bark of a tree that evolves. The casting process captures this moment, becoming something deeply permanent and sustainable."
Did your time at Gushlow & Cole influence your work?
“Definitely. Being surrounded by such a strong focus on texture, craftsmanship and timeless design really stayed with me. I think there’s a shared appreciation for pieces that feel tactile, expressive and enduring.”
How do you imagine the jewellery being worn?
"Every piece of jewellery tells a story, whether it is an everyday piece or something to elevate an outfit on a special occasion. I want it to become something that they will want to pass down, a wearable heirloom piece. For it to have many lives and stories to tell."
