Transforming Price Tags: Wearable Art by Lucie Davis

In a captivating blend of art and consumer culture, Lucie Davis has redefined everyday retail price tags as collectible pins made from copper and enamel. Dubbed the Precious Price Tag Pins, this innovative series offers a fresh perspective on items often overlooked in the hustle of shopping.

Davis, known for her viral project featuring Oyster card acrylic nails, utilizes laser engraving alongside traditional hand enameling techniques. Each pin starts as a meticulously laser-cut copper piece, engraved with the intricate details of a price label. Afterward, the pins undergo kiln firing, introducing variables in temperature that result in unique color and texture variations.

The artist’s fondness for retail price labels stems from her university days spent working in a shop, where she noticed the subtleties of these everyday objects, such as printing marks and creases. By incorporating these imperfections into her designs, Davis transforms disposable labels into durable, artistic pieces that retain their original charm.

Each pin, fitted with a silver-plated tie-tac pin and clutch, boasts distinct surface characteristics—ensuring no two are alike. The hammered corners mimic the look of peeling stickers, enhancing their tactile quality. Whether worn individually or displayed as a collection, these pins invite a reflection on the value of mass-produced items, now reimagined as wearable art.

Source: www.designboom.com