When we hear the term ‘sustainable,’ we often think of a product that has been procured in an ethical manner, with several of its components deriving from the earth. If we apply this concept to jewellery, we may envision sparkling stones, glistening gemstones, or radiant rings that have been repurposed or ethically sourced. Organizations that manufacture sustainable jewellery grant their consumers the ability to enhance their collection of wearable accessories, while reducing their carbon footprint. If you are looking to bedazzle your audience with ethically sourced jewels, consider purchasing your next glistening gem from one (or all) of these ten jewellers.
Designer: Malleable Specialties: rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and salt, and pepper diamonds
Malleable employs gemologists, diamond graders, goldsmiths, and jewellery designers to help source, assemble, and design their jewellery. Each of their items is hand-made and contains recycled precious metals and gemstones. With an average rating of 5 stars on Google, they can surely expect to outshine their competitors for years to com.
Name: SOKO Specialties: earrings, rings, bracelets, anklets, cuffs, charms, and necklaces
SOKO employs Kenyan artisans to assemble and design their jewellery. Their trinkets showcase African tribal designs that men, women, and children can all wear. SOKO’s products are known for being high-quality items with reasonable price tags and contain environmentally sourced materials. Their collections encompass both classic and luxury pieces that are based on architecture and cultural designs. All new customers can even receive a 15 per cent reduction on their first purchase.
Designer: FAIR Specialties: rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets
FAIR is an environmentally friendly jewellery line that constructs new trinkets by reviving and forging used materials together. Their ornaments contain recycled solid gold and ethically sourced gemstones, including lab-grown diamonds. While their target market mainly appeals to women aged eighteen and older, they offer custom jewellery orders, giving their customers the ability to design any trinket to their liking.
Designer: Pandora Specialties: charms, bracelets, rings, necklaces, and earrings
Pandora encourages their customers to showcase their creativity and individuality through the trinkets that they manufacture. Their most beloved jewels, charms, account for over fifty percent of their overall sales. Charm bracelets are unique to their owners, and often include limited edition, seasonal, and/ or milestone mementos that help tell their owner’s story. Pandora aims to be completely carbon-neutral by the year 2025.
Designer: SVNR Specialties: earrings, barrettes, silks, necklaces, and purses
Not only is SVNR an environmentally conscious jeweller, but they also manufacture ethically sourced clothing, purses, and accessories (like scarves) that are tailored to women and children. SVNR’s products contain repurposed and up-cycled components, including seashells, beads, and silk; items that are uncommon in jewellery stores. If you are looking for a one-stop shop, SVNR is your go-to place.
Designer: FTJC (Fair Trade Jewellery Company) Specialties: engagement rings and wedding bands FTJC specializes in manufacturing sophisticated engagement rings and wedding bands. All of their products are ethically sourced and are assembled by knowledgeable goldsmiths. They also offer a collection of birthstones, earrings, and pendants to suit your needs.
Designer: Mejuri Specialties: unisex jewelry, including earrings, bracelets, and engagement rings
Mejuri currently markets their products to both men and women and creates pieces that celebrate the uniqueness of each wearer. Each item is handcrafted by jewellers in Italy, India, or South Korea, and contains materials like freshwater pearls, ethically sourced stones, and lab-grown dazzling diamonds.
Designer: Brilliant Earth Specialties: rings, unisex jewellery
Brilliant Earth is known for selling ethical products at reasonable prices, making them a go-to source when one wants to splurge on glamorous goods. The organization is based in San Francisco, California, and manufactures jewels that are tailored to both men and women. Fun fact: Brilliant Earth was one of the first jewellers to provide traceability of a diamond’s origin.
Designer: Catori Life Specialties: earrings, necklaces, rings, and bracelets
An American-based organization that specializes in ethically-made jewelry that appeals to both men and women. Catori continuously refines its business practices and production lines in order to benefit those involved in crafting their jewellery. Fun fact: Catori Life plants ten trees for every piece of purchased jewellery.
Designer: Catbird Specialties: charms, lockets, rings, earrings, and engagement pieces
Each trinket consists of recycled gold and ethically sourced stones that can be worn alongside an individual’s everyday attire, or can be paired with a fashionable outfit. As these environmentally friendly trinkets are derived from high-quality sources, they tend to last for many years, making them perfect pieces to share across generations.
Jerri Lyons | Contributing Writer
