Homer (brand)

Homer is an independent American luxury jewelry and accessories brand founded in 2018 and commercially launched in New York City in August 2021 by Frank Ocean.[1]

Homer
TypePrivate
IndustryJewellery
Founded2018
FounderChristopher Francis Ocean
Websitewww.homer.com

The name Homer refers to the Ancient Greek author of the Iliad and the Odyssey.[2]

Products

The launch collection features high-end jewelry, using lab-grown diamonds crafted in the United States and hand-made in Italy, together with silk scarves and other accessories.[3]    

The jewelry is crafted using a combination of recycled sterling silver, 18 carat gold and set with diamonds, often also incorporating colorful, hand-painted enamel. Ocean’s designs are quoted as being inspired by the concepts of “… heritage as fantasy …” and “… childhood obsessions …”[4]

The brand’s catalogue features photography by Frank Ocean and Tyrone Lebon.[5]

Store

Homer has a flagship store in New York’s historic Jewelers’ Exchange on the Bowery.[6] It was designed by Ocean in tandem with New York-based architects ANY.[7]

Collaborations

In 2021, Homer collaborated with Italian luxury brand Prada on a limited, custom collection of branded clothing and accessories, including an anorak, belt bag and backpack, all featuring the brand’s distinctive color scheme.[8]

References
  1. "Frank Ocean Launches Luxury Company Homer". Pitchfork. 2021-08-06. Retrieved 2021-12-07.
  2. O’Flaherty, Mark C. (2021-08-07). "World exclusive: What Frank Ocean did next". Financial Times. Retrieved 2021-12-07.
  3. Shaffer, Claire (2021-08-06). "Frank Ocean Launches New Luxury Company Homer". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 2021-12-07.
  4. "Frank Ocean Unveils Homer, His New American Luxury Brand". Vogue. 2021-08-06. Retrieved 2021-12-07.
  5. "Frank Ocean Opens a Jewelry Store That Embodies His Love of Design". Architectural Digest. 2021-08-10. Retrieved 2021-12-07.
  6. Aderoju, Darlene (2021-08-06). "Frank Ocean Announces Luxury Brand Homer & NYC Jewelry Store". Billboard. Retrieved 2021-12-07.
  7. Rindner, Grant (2021-08-06). "Frank Ocean is launching a luxury fashion brand called Homer". i-D. Retrieved 2021-12-07.
  8. "Frank Ocean's Homer x Prada Collab Is Here". GQ. 2021-08-09. Retrieved 2021-12-07.
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