The Story Behind Smith & Gibb

Smith & Gibb is a jewellery business solely designed, made and managed by Rebecca E Devine (formerly Smith).

The name, Smith & Gibb, originated from her time at Duncan of Jordanstone Art School in Dundee, where part of her degree show collection was inspired by love letters sent between her Grandparents - Trevor Smith & Margaret Gibb.

Part of her graduate collection Rebecca used original handwriting and images of the pair together and apart over the period of 1943-1946, through very uncertain times during WWII.

Trevor Smith, Rebecca’s Grandfather, was a spitfire pilot and wrote almost everyday he was away to his sweetheart back home, Margaret. It was a truly emotional and inspiring project, that led way to Rebecca continuing her love of designing and making jewellery.

Although Rebecca no longer makes work with her Grandparents letters, she has always got them with her in Smith & Gibb. If anything has taught her from their beautiful letters, is the importance of communication and to hold your nearest and dearest close - and even more importantly to enjoy life!