Editor’s Note
We report with sadness the passing of Singaporean jewelry designer Lynn Ban, whose bold creations adorned global icons. Our thoughts are with her family and friends.
Singapore’s renowned jewelry designer, Lynn Ban (Wan Aiping), passed away on January 20, 2025, at the age of 51, due to a brain hemorrhage following a skiing accident. Ban, who appeared on the Netflix reality show “Bling Empire: New York,” rose to fame in the jewelry world with her unique design style, becoming a favorite of international superstars such as Madonna and Beyoncé.
According to a message posted on social media by her son, Sebastian, the accident occurred in December 2024 while Ban was on vacation in Aspen. She fell while skiing, landing face-first. Fortunately, she was wearing a helmet and was able to ski down the slope on her own. Although initial checks showed no signs of a concussion, Ban decided to go to the hospital for further examination, where she was diagnosed with a brain hemorrhage and immediately underwent emergency craniotomy surgery.
Her son Sebastian, in remembering his mother, said that Ban was not only his best friend but also the strongest mother. Despite the difficulties during her recovery, she always maintained an optimistic and resilient attitude, deeply loved and respected by her family and friends.
Born in Singapore, Ban founded her own jewelry brand in New York. Her designs were highly praised by the global fashion industry and widely popular for their distinctive style. Her brand was not only beloved by fashion celebrities but also provided custom jewelry for many top stars.
Her passing is deeply mourned, with many expressing their condolences and memories of her on social media, describing her not only as an outstanding designer but also as a loving, brave, and strong mother and friend.
