BE JEWELLED

From heavenly headwear to bespoke jewels, prepare to be captivated by these aisle-ready treasures

words Hannah May & Rebecca Matthews

BE JEWELLED

Pierra G Photography

FEARLESSLY YOU

If you’re a bride with a penchant for something unique, The Lucky Sixpence specialises in gloriously distinctive pieces designed for the ‘fearless’. “My accessories are for those who are not afraid to make a statement, who want to break away from the ‘traditional’ bridal mould,” explains designermaker Janie Wolverson. “When I was married, I wanted accessories and jewellery that spoke to me, had a story and a soul. I wanted something that reflected the uniqueness of me and my style.” If this sounds like you, then Janie’s collection promises to breathe personality and style into your bridal look.

Lovingly handmade in her Devon studio, each limited edition piece is created from upcycled vintage and pre-loved materials sourced from small, independent and – whenever possible – local businesses, meaning that earth-friendly ethics are at the core of the production process. Janie also offers a custom-made service.

When it comes to her dazzling range, there’s a heady assortment to pick from (or individually commission) including headbands, crowns and halos, pins, combs, head chains, vines, wraps and jewellery. Picture everything from a pearl crown and freshwater pearl hoop earrings to a vintage coral comb and ivory satin knotted headband. You might fall for her celestial-inspired stars and moon halo or gravitate toward the vintage teal and bronze peacock comb. Whatever your personal style preferences, The Lucky Sixpence will help you to fearlessly find them courtesy of the most beautiful bridal accessories. theluckysixpence.co.uk

WRITTEN IN THE SAND

Delicately textured and imbued with personal meaning, it’s little wonder that Justin Duance’s sandcast pendants are growing in popularity with brides seeking a special piece to wear on their wedding day. As versatile as they are beautiful, you might choose a pendant cast in sand from a beach which holds a special place in your heart – perhaps the beach of the proposal or location of the big day itself. You might even have your wedding rings cast in the same sand. We love the simplicity of the disc pendant – a treasured piece to wear for any occasion and a gorgeous gift idea to boot. justind.co.uk

ETHICAL AND EXQUISITE

For stunning jewellery as unique as your love, look no further than designer-maker, Erin Cox. Handcrafting exquisite pieces from her Devon studio, each piece “evokes the feeling of the organic and raw landscape it is inspired by”. Whether you’re searching for an engagement or wedding ring, W-day gift for your beau or bridesmaids or those final flourishes for your ensemble, Erin’s signature collection guarantees to boast something eye-catching to suit. Her one of a kind creations come in eco gold and platinum as standard or Fairtrade gold in yellow, rose and white hues, and range from textured bands to pearl earrings, hammered chain bracelets, diamond pendants and beaded necklaces. You can also commission Erin to craft a bespoke piece of jewellery or she can remodel your gold, platinum and gemstones, giving new life to ‘something old’ for a piece laden with sentimentality, be it a family heirloom or your grandmother’s wedding ring.

If you’re seeking a wedding ring, Erin’s sister enterprise, the Molten Wedding Ring Company, was set up specifically to provide ethical, luxurious and timeless rings with a modern edge. “Rings that have a heart, a story and are crafted with care and attention by artisans with high quality materials,” she explains. The capsule collection of eight ring styles, each with their own unique molten texture, are available in a range of metals and colours, allowing couples to customise elements from the material and shaping to the finish and diamond setting for a design replete with the bespoke factor. Peruse Erin’s collection and discuss your requirements by visiting her new shop at 56 Fore Street, Topsham, EX3 0HW. erincox.co.uk / moltenweddingringcompany.com

SMALL WONDERS

Seeking something stylish, sustainable and locally made for your bridal jewellery or bridesmaid gifts? Enter Devon-based modern jewellery brand, One & Eight. Crafting contemporary porcelain and fine metal jewellery with a minimalist edge, one of the beauties of their timeless pieces is that they can be worn by people of all ages. Pieces such as the blush glass drop earrings and porcelain gold earrings are particularly perfect for brides seeking a chic finishing touch to their ensemble, which can be worn again and again after the big day. And, packaged in cute reusable bottles, the necklaces or dainty studs will make fab gifts for bridesmaids! oneandeight.co.uk

MIDAS TOUCH

Armed with a passion for the bespoke, the beautiful and the unusual, award-winning artist goldsmith Isabella Day’s creations are head-turning in every sense, from the fine craftsmanship to the exquisite design and creative personal flourishes. Together with master goldsmith Ford Hallam, Isabella has just opened The Remarkable Goldsmiths in Dartmouth, a shop where couples can discuss bespoke commissions as well as feasting their eyes on a captivating collection of wedding rings, engagement rings and jewellery ranging from dazzlingly distinctive bangles and earrings to striking pendants.

Each piece is handcrafted using traditional goldsmithing skills and the goldsmiths even make all their own gold alloys from scratch. “This means taking fine gold direct from the dealers, mixing it with other metals such as silver and palladium and melting them together to alloy them to our own special recipes which have been refined and adjusted over the years,” explains Isabella. Hand forged to give the metal strength, the gold ingots are then crafted into a stunning piece to last a lifetime. “We even make really unusual and beautiful colours such as peach gold, green gold and grey gold!” she says.

With remodelling being a speciality, Isabella loves to rework heirloom jewels into a carefully designed contemporary piece. “We can turn your dusty drawers full of treasure into really beautiful pieces that reflect your personality and style,” she says.

Bespoke commissions are a particular passion for Isabella and Ford; the goldsmiths relish the process of finding out about you to create a unique piece reflective of your love story. Whether it’s an engraving of a special coastline, an inscription, a star map of the night of your engagement or kaleidoscopic birthstones woven amidst a wave design, you’re promised a unique and beautifully personal piece of jewellery to cherish forever. isabelladay.co.uk