The Artist Behind Isette
Our mental image of the Victorian era is not always pleasant. Maybe you think about heavy ironwork, ornate baubles, and stuffy, restricted style. Maybe you hear a voice croaking out, “We are not amused.” Maybe you picture industrial factories and belching smokestacks. Chances are, though, you don’t picture any of these things in Jennifer Putzier’s line, Isette.
You might find that surprising, since she cites Victoriana as a major influence. And sure enough, you can find echoes of floral patterns and ironwork in her black acrylic designs, not to mention a love of intricacy. But Jennifer has a talent for stripping away all the period’s fussiness and leaving the bare essentials behind.
Despite its complexity, Isette’s stark color palette and perfectly-proportioned lines create the illusion of simplicity – Jennifer’s work may be detailed, but it never feels over-the-top. And with a pinch of light-hearted fun, she’s crafted a look that’s at once whimsical, classic, and wonderfully modern.=
Upper-class opulence aside, the late 1800s has a reputation for grunginess. With the start of the Industrial Revolution, pollution was at an all-time high. Thankfully, Jennifer is far more forward-thinking when it comes to the environment, as one of her favorite materials is bamboo, a fast-growing material that is easy to replenish and 100% sustainable.
Whether she’s renewing a classic style and using renewable resources, up-and-comer Jennifer Putzier is definitely one to watch.
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