Ieva Dzerve – designer and jeweller behind Dzerve Jewellery

ABOUT HERSELF

I am originally from Latvia. When I was young I said to my family that I will live in Spain and here I am. Before that, I have been living in Guernsey and traveled around the European coastline living the van life.

I can call myself a creative person, I guess it comes from my mum's side. She is an amazing artist/painter!
By my first education, I was a fashion stylist/seamstress but as life goes on often it can lead to new directions which led me to the jewelers' world.
INSPIRATION

My inspiration definitely is nature. The ocean, forests, and the cosmos. At the moment I focus more on the cosmos, I tend to spend many hours at night looking up towards the stars to relax with the added bonus of inspiration.

ON STYLE

I would describe it as minimalism with organic, imperfect forms. Every piece is unique and never the same, which makes it perfect.

HOME

Hmm, lately I was thinking about this. I think I never had an actual home feeling as I was always moving around which allows me to feel good in every place. Currently home is Mallorca.

SELF CARE

Self care for me could be many things. I would describe it as feeling good in your skin and thoughts. I am feeding my body and mind with the best available sources.

RITUALS

Meditation, scripting, grounding.


IF YOU COULD SHARE A MESSAGE WITH YOUR YOUNGER AND OLDER SELF, WHAT WOULD YOU SAY?

My message would be: Please, remember that healing takes time and focus on the best version of yourself. Don't think too much about other people's opinions. At the end of the day, the most important thing is being content with myself. 

WHAT ARE YOU LISTENING AT THE MOMENT?

Frequency music and this year's favorite 'Aurora'. 

LAST BOOK YOU READ?

I am still reading 'The three waves of volunteers' by Dolores Cannon.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT BLAVA?

BLAVA stands out with good quality products, my favorite dress is the waffle pique dress. I love the relaxed style, everything is handmade and comes from organic materials.  I think sustainability is the way forward.

Ieva wears laurel dress and alba jumpsuit
All images by @kattatubio_photography