VANESSA RENEE

VANESSA RENEE — DESIGNER & FOUNDER of LIEBLINGS LOS ANGELES

VANESSA RENEE  is a Los Angeles–based designer and the founder of Lieblings, a bold accessories label where leather, metal, and architectural form converge.

A lifelong student of art and fashion, Vanessa has spent her entire adult life immersed in the creative world—working across fashion, costume design, styling, and product development within the Los Angeles fashion industry. Her multidisciplinary background informs a design philosophy rooted in structure, proportion, and artistic expression.

Vanessa’s aesthetic is heavily influenced by  Art Deco geometry, and bold pattern work, creating pieces that feel both powerful and refined. Her work explores the **juxtaposition of materials—metal and leather, structure and fluidity—**resulting in accessories that are modern, sculptural, and unapologetically distinctive.

What began as designing accessories for herself—avant-garde pieces inspired by underground music culture and expressive fashion—quickly evolved into the foundation of Lieblings. Each design reflects Vanessa’s instinct for form, balance, and statement-making detail.

What began as designing accessories for herself—avant-garde pieces inspired by underground electronis music culture and expressive fashion—quickly evolved into the foundation of Lieblings. Each design reflects Vanessa’s instinct for form, balance, and statement-making detail 

Vanessa’s work is also guided by a deep respect for craftsmanship and material integrity. Inspired by the quality and construction of fashion from the 1980s and 1990s, she believes modern design too often sacrifices durability for speed and cost. In response, Vanessa is intimately involved in every stage of the Lieblings design process—from hand-selecting leather hides to sourcing metals and hardware that complement each collection.

Vanessa has also begun developing signature Lieblings hardware, including custom cuffs, rings, and D-ring components designed exclusively for the brand. Many pieces incorporate rare hardware she has personally collected over years of exploration and discovery, giving each design a distinctive and sometimes one-of-a-kind character.

Nothing is compromised. Every detail matters. At its core, Lieblings is about fearless self-expression—accessories designed for those who appreciate bold form, exceptional materials, and timeless construction.