American designer Rebecca de Ravenel on the earrings that made her famous

Why jump from interiors to fashion? “I have always designed, whether it be fashion or interiors. I’ve gone back and forth between the two because my life has always been intertwined with both worlds. I have always said that I would love to dress the beautiful girl in the divine room. I didn’t set out to be an accessories designer, it sort of just happened.”

What inspired your Les Bonbons earrings? “The phenomenon of Les Bonbons came from their versatility. I have seen every kind of woman wear my earrings, on islands and in cities all over the world. They can be minimal or dramatic, they can be daytime or evening. I believe they have bridged the gap between everyday and special-occasion dressing, which is quite rare for a statement earring.”