For Aly Saab (Instagram), creativity has always been about balance—romantic yet grounded, timeless yet playful. As a Beirut-born fashion and fine art photographer, he has captured dreamy fashion shots and artful still lifes, always seeking a way to turn the ordinary into something extraordinary. Now, he’s channelling that same vision into a brand-new adventure: jewellery.
With his debut brand, OBDGECT (Instagram), Saab transforms his artistic sensibilities into wearable pieces that feel expressive, sculptural, and full of personality. But what makes his designs stand out? His lifelong fascination with inflatables—especially balloons—takes centre stage, shaping the core of his collection. “Ever since I was a kid, I’ve been fascinated by anything inflatable—especially balloons—the way they twist, stretch, and transform into new shapes,” Saab recalls. “I remember watching clowns at birthday parties turn simple balloons into wild creations, sparking my imagination in endless ways.”
This playful childhood memory became the foundation for his jewellery line, where his designs mimic the fluidity and versatility of balloons. Just as inflatables can take on any shape, great design should be adaptable and ever-evolving.
Saab’s debut collection, aptly named “OBDGECT 00,” introduces a series of bold yet minimalistic pieces that reflect his signature style—clean, modern, and effortlessly cool, with just the right touch of whimsy. The collection includes The Inflated Daisy Ring, the first design in the collection inspired by the organic softness of balloon sculptures, the Mini Inflated Daisy Earrings, a smaller take on the daisy ring that is both playful and elegant, The Balloon Ring, a statement piece that mimics the lightness and volume of an inflated balloon, and The Balloon Cuff Bracelet, a sleek yet bold accessory embodying movement and airiness. Each piece is available in 18k gold for those who appreciate fine jewellery, as well as in sterling silver for a more accessible option. The collection is designed for those who seek pieces that blend contemporary style with playful sophistication—jewellery that is both fun and refined.
The collection is still evolving, and Saab is continuously working on new designs. “Coming soon—the Balloon Earring, the earring version of the Balloon Ring,” he teases, hinting at what’s to come. Ultimately, OBDGECT is more than just jewellery—it’s an invitation to embrace creativity, joy, and the beauty of transformation. “Life’s too short not to play!” Saab reminds us, and with his designs, he’s making sure we never forget it.
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