The world of Deadly Ponies springs fully formed from the collective brain of designers Liam Bowden and Katie Smith. Meeting in 2001 whilst both studying design, the creative duo bonded over their passion of tactile design and sculptural arts and crafts. After finishing their degree, both Bowden and Smith went their separate ways’ working with corporate companies as graphic designers. Weekends however, were spent creating small one off pieces for family and friends, and from there Deadly Ponies evolved.
The name Deadly Pones is now synonymous with blurring of high fashion and high function. Their innovative designs have seen Deadly Ponies build a worldwide reputation for their quirky, high quality range of bags, wallets and jewellery. With every product uniquely hand created, from the selection of the leather to the stitching, Deadly Ponies lend a one-of-a-kind artisan aesthetic to their designs and have carved out a true niche in the accessories market. Their ranges cater for both the conservative and eccentric, featuring quality hand finishing and layered off – beat designs.
The addition of high end jewellery line Deadly Ponies Precious adds another chapter to the story. "It’s about building a story with many pieces and carrying on that story with our designs, rather than starting from scratch each season", says Bowden. With this range, the Deadly Ponies duo say they have created something more private; Items designed to be cherished and made from “precious” materials, such as bone, silver and gold. “This family will grow with new members added, and like a family heirloom, will be a unique object cherished till the death.”
