Katzi Jewellery & Fashion Label

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An Australian label by Catriona Byrne and Simon Beckingham

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The Katzi duo caught up with Australian Fashion Review Blog for a few quick words about their humble beginnings.

Who are the name’s behind Katzi and what are your background’s?

Catriona Byrne & Simon Beckingham (below) started KATZI in Sydney in 2003.

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How did it all start for your label? When and where was the label founded?

Having both studied silver smithing and jewellery design we decided to start a small label at Bondi markets. Soon we had a following and so the brand was born. We’re now stocked nationally throughout Australia in some of the best boutiques in the country. Since starting out with Jewellery we have branched into leather apparel and bags. We are also busy behind the scenes developing and producing designs for the likes of GP, Witchery Man, George, Kate Sylvester and Cooper. From humble beginnings to great things!

What does Katzi specialise in?

We specialise in unisex accessories – namely silver and precious metal jewellery, leather bags and small leather goods such as wallets and some special clothing items (like the gorgeous on trend shearling jackets).

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What are the future plans for the label?

To grow and become and respected house hold name in Australia and abroad, and to open a concept flagship store in Sydney.

Name some inspirations and fellow designers you draw inspiration from

Travel is probably our biggest inspiration and street style. Fellow designers… God where to start?? Alexander Wang, Philip Lim, Dominick Jones, Stella Mc Carney, ETRO, Thakoon…
Name the ideal celebrity that reflects Katzi’s style, or if celebrities have already worn the label – who are they?

People are celebrities – anyone who wears KATZI is an ideal ‘celebrity’. We love real people. Individuality and how people interpret things themselves is a big thrill and source of inspiration.

But if you want me to nail it, probably Erin Wasson or Kate Moss for women and Johnny Depp for guys.

Nicole Ritchie and Cat Deely have both sported KATZI bags.

Where is the label stocked?

All over the country but a few are :– Maple in Newtown and Balmain, The annex in Bondi, Tuchuzy Bondi, NIQUE & FAT in VIC, HUNTER in WA, WHISTLES in SA.

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