Bennett Awards Takes On The 2025 Billboard Women in Music Awards
Unveiling the Cosmic Influence: Behind the Design of the 2025 Billboard Women in Music Awards
Bennett Awards was honored to be commissioned by Billboard, a leader in the music industry, to design the high-end awards for this star-studded event. Known for our exquisite craftsmanship and innovative designs, we embraced the opportunity to create a trophy that reflected both their Billboard’s commitment to elegance and legacy of celebrating musical excellence. This collaboration allowed Bennett Awards to showcase our expertise in crafting unique, prestigious symbols of achievement for the industry's most iconic talents.
Read on for a Q and A with our award designer, Ryan Rivas about what inspired the high-end trophy. To create your own custom award, get in touch.
“It’s like Steve Jobs’ idea of putting a dent in the universe. The design alludes to this infinite ripple effect, symbolizing how each musician becomes part of the cultural zeitgeist.”
Behind The Scenes: Custom Awards For Billboard Women in Music 2025
In an anticipated celebration of female empowerment and musical excellence, Billboard's Women in Music Awards is an unforgettable night that highlights the contributions of iconic women in the industry. Held at the YouTube Theater in Los Angeles, the event featured an extraordinary lineup of performers and presenters, including Doechii, Gracie Abrams, Aespa, and many more.
Billboard’s design challenge was clear: create a trophy that not only celebrates individual achievement but also captures the vibrancy and dynamism of the most talented women in the music industry. Bennett Awards rose to the occasion, delivering a stunning piece that combined modern aesthetics with timeless elegance.
Q&A with the Designer of the 2025 Billboard Women in Music Awards
Q: Can you tell us about the inspiration behind the design of the award?
A: We were given a deck—a mood board—that played with the grand shapes Billboard wanted to emphasize. It was all about interpreting emotions, textures, and tonalities. My idea was to reflect how music lives on more than any other art form and how these artists become a part of the infinite.
Q: How did you incorporate the concept of music living on eternally into the design?
A: I was inspired by the idea that each artist makes a lasting impact, similar to the ripple effect in a cosmic mesh or wireframe of the universe. It's like Steve Jobs' idea of putting a dent in the universe. The design alludes to this infinite ripple effect, symbolizing how each musician becomes part of the cultural zeitgeist.
Q: What role did textures and tonalities play in your design process?
A: Textures and tonalities were integral to capturing the feel of music's impact. The design sought to transform these abstract ideas into something tangible, expressing the eternal nature of music through subtle shifts and dynamic contours.
Q: Could you describe the symbolism of the shapes used in the award?
A: The sculpture is a metaphor for the universe's interconnectedness, like the network of creative influence. Each curve and line represents the ongoing energy and impact of the artists, resonating outward like ripples in water, signifying their lasting contribution to the world of music.
Q: What message do you hope recipients take from this award?
A: I hope the award conveys the message that their contributions to music are eternal and far-reaching. They are not just artists but influencers who have become an integral part of cultural history, leaving a lasting imprint on the universe.
Awards That Elevated The Night
With Laverne Cox as host, the event was infused with charisma and charm. An array of renowned presenters, including Becky G, Julia Michaels, and Madison Beer, added to the glitz and glamor of the night. Social media was ablaze with the hashtag #BBWOMENINMUSIC, showcasing winners proudly holding their uniquely crafted trophies.
Craftsmanship Meets Celebration
For Bennett Awards, the project was not just about designing a trophy; it was about contributing to a narrative of empowerment and recognition. The craftsmanship was matched by the enthusiasm and dedication to honor the remarkable women making waves in music today.
Being part of an event celebrating the most iconic women in music right now was exhilarating for Bennett Awards. The opportunity to work with Billboard allowed Bennett’s artistry to shine, making a lasting impact both visually and culturally.
Bennett Awards continues to set the standard for excellence in award design, celebrating achievements in style, and the 2025 Billboard Women in Music Awards was no exception. This collaboration stands as a testament to Bennett's commitment to creativity and honor.
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