Jewellery becomes as emblematic of its wearer as any physical gesture or signature fragrance – it’s a punctuation point that goes beyond whatever else you throw on yourself that day. There’s the idea of permanence, even if there is equally the option to treat it as fashion and change it like t-shirts.

Men’s jewellery is truly having a moment, so we’re dedicating a series to our favourite creators. Jordan Askill’s first  jewellery collection was exclusively sold in Dover Street Market, London and Rick Owens’ Palais Royal boutique in Paris, speaking volumes of its incredible craftsmanship and unique language.

Jordan’s pieces are often inspired by tales of myth and legend – a three dimensional connection to a moment or world in which a split second of beauty or emotion is captured and realised within precious metals, created using the latest technology.

Discover Jordan’s passion and talent for sculpture, his favourite storytellers such as Oscar Wilde and how a certain Hollywood legend would have been his dream customer.

Thomas Davis: Where are you working between at the moment?
Jordan Askill: Mainly London and New York. My brothers are in New York, and we work together so it makes sense to divide my time between the two cities. I find both places inspiring for my work.

TD: Can you describe in your own words the aesthetic of your jewellery?
JA: My jewellery is delicate, detailed and precious. Each piece has a story to be told.

TD: Have you always been interested in jewellery design? At what point in your life did you decide to pursue this as a career?
JA: I’ve always been interested in the notion of taking a three-dimensional version of something you find precious or important, and being able to carry it with you.

When I finished working in Paris, I realised I felt strongly about designing items that reflected certain moments or situations that, to me, were not only important to remember but were stories that shaped me, items that gave a wider awareness of the world around us. These precious moments in our lives are like the precious materials found in fine jewellery.

TD: If you were to pick signatures pieces from past or recent collections, which best represent you as a designer, which would they be?
JA: My Lear’s Macaw cuff in Palladium. Not only is the piece sculpted in 3D and is highly detailed, but it captures a moment in time, a moment of a macaw in motion. It is a precious world and these macaws are endangered, so I wanted to bring awareness to this species. Also my Jordy by Jordan Askill single heart ring has become a signature; it’s almost a personal tattoo and is the perfect gift.

TD: You also have a passion and talent for sculpture, which can clearly be seen in your jewellery. Can you tell us about the relationship between both – and can we expect an exhibition of your sculptures someday?
JA: My sculptures are showing at various exhibitions over the coming year but I would love to one day have the opportunity to show all the chapters and worlds created together in my own exhibition. I see the sculptures as standalone objects with the possibility of dual functions. They are like an organic shaped mood board and establish the world that connects to my jewellery collections. Using the animals and motifs found in the jewellery I create a home or “a precious world” that the jewellery its self stems from. Like a forest is the habitat for wildlife, it’s a natural, organic part of the world for the jewellery to be showcased in or alongside.

TD: Storytelling and myth is very present in your work. Do you have any favourites you can recommend us?
JA: Stories from Oscar Wilde and The Velveteen Rabbit had a strong resonance with me when I was growing up.

TD: Do you design a piece with an intended way of wearing it already in mind? How do you style your own jewellery and what do you like to see it worn with?
JA: Yes, I also found it important the way a piece of jewellery would sit alone, as if it were on a plinth. I always feel the jewellery will make the wearer look precious and regal whatever they choose to wear it with.

TD: Who, living or not, would you most like to see in your jewellery?
JA: Royalty. Or someone like Elizabeth Taylor.

TD: What pieces do you wear day-to-day – and when do you take them off?
JA: I always wear a swallow chain and a few heart and star rings. I never like to take them off.

TD: Tell us something we wouldn’t expect of you…
JA: The book I am reading at the moment is called I Am Malala.

Check out the other creatives in our series The Jewellers: Dominic Jones, Eddie Borgo, Alan Crocetti and Nikolai Rose