BE JEWELLED

From granulated jewels to sea tumbled treasures, prepare to be captivated by these aisle-ready creations

words Rebecca Matthews

JEWELS OF DREAMS

Devon-based jeweller Milly Maunder has launched her new wedding collection – and we couldn’t love it more!

Milly’s handcrafted jewellery offers brides a variety of bespoke and ready-towear pieces featuring her signature textural style. Specialising in recycling old jewellery and scrap metal, Milly combines a passion for silversmithing with the ancient technique of granulation to create pieces “inspired by texture, organic design and pushing metal to its limits.”

Whether you fancy donning a dazzling pair of earrings, eye-catching pendant, stunning bracelet or stacking your rings, Milly’s wedding collection comes in gold, silver and mixed metals in an assortment of designs all with her idiosyncratic style.

You might choose the luxurious barnacle and pearl earrings, fusing a cluster cloud of textured granules with lustrous baroque pearls; for statement neckwear, pick the beautifully textured barnacle necklace – which looks fab paired with the barnacle bracelet and drop earrings. Then there’s the dainty sea urchin studs - whether you wear them alone or layered with drop earrings, they’re guaranteed to complete your bridal outfit in super-chic style.

The new collection can be purchased via Milly’s website. You may wish to book a visit to her Cullompton studio to peruse the collection, discuss a commission or attend a ‘make your own wedding band’ workshop. millymaunder.co.uk

GOLD RUSH

Not only have Devon master goldsmiths Isabella Day and Ford Hallam opened their own atelier – The Remarkable Goldsmiths – in Dartmouth this summer, but the exceptional talent of the Devon jewellers has also been recognised by jewellery bodies on a national and international basis. Isabella has been selected as a finalist for Designer of the Year at the Association of National Jewellers; she is also the only female fellow of the Institute of Professional Jewellers in the Southwest. Meanwhile, Ford has won the top gold prizes for the art and skill of Japanese metalwork (Kinko) in the top national competition in Japan.

Using traditional goldsmithing techniques and making their own gold alloys from scratch, Isabella and Ford craft extraordinary contemporary treasures from their Dartmouth studio. Specialising in distinct and ethical gemstones as well as reworking heirloom jewels, the pair can shape, forge and handcraft over 26 different colours of gold into whatever you desire, whether it’s a wedding ring or engagement ring or a striking piece of jewellery reflective of your love story to wear on your wedding day and treasure forever. theremarkablegoldsmiths.co.uk

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FOR THE LOVE OF DARTMOOR

Jeweller Erin Cox’s love for the wild beauty of her Devon home is reflected in each piece of her ethical jewellery - and inspiration drawn from the rolling hills and rugged tors of Dartmoor is perhaps most evident in her collection of men’s rings. Handmade from Fairtrade and recycled gold and platinum, her one-of-a-kind rings are distinctive in shape and rich in texture. Erin can also craft a bespoke ring or remodel your gold, platinum and gemstones, giving new life to an heirloom piece for a ring laden with sentimentality. Find Erin’s new studio at 56 Fore Street, Topsham to discuss your design. erincox.co.uk

North Devon-based jewellery brand Wanderlust Life has launched a personalised styling and shopping experience, perfect for brides keen to curate a wedding day look for themselves and their bridesmaids. In the intimate setting of their Braunton store and studio, a styling team member will chat through your style preferences using the Wanderlust Life dedicated questionnaire, ensuring your consultation will be unique to your requirements and style.

Whether your style is minimalist, classic or eclectic statement, you’ll be assisted in building a bespoke look for your big day, from perfectly layered necklaces to the daintiest pearl earrings and birthstone jewellery chosen to reflect your birth date, the proposal or the wedding date itself. With further personalisation available via delicate initial stamps, the pieces also make covetable gift ideas for the bridal party to be worn on the wedding day and beyond. Call for an appointment on 01271 815456 or email info@wanderlustlife.co.uk. wanderlustlife.co.uk

OCEAN TREASURES

Seeking a distinct piece of jewellery infused with a love of the ocean? Daisy Munn of Tide and Trove has always been drawn to the coast and her love of its texture, colours and light inspires her exquisite jewellery. A blend of 100% recycled precious metals, sea glass and recycled diamonds make each of her lovingly handcrafted pieces unique and effortlessly beautiful.

“My pieces are dainty, with soft feminine curves and delicate detailing,” explains Daisy. “My sea glass is lovingly hand collected from the Devon and Cornwall coast. With some pieces more rare than diamonds, some glass is so beautiful and precious that I was inspired to created Tide and Betrothed engagement rings – for those who love the sea, for those who connect with the coast and for those who just appreciate the beauty in the sea tumbled treasure.”

Precious, unique and steeped in love and sentiment, peruse Daisy’s collection of engagement and wedding rings, pendants, earrings and bangles or get in touch to discuss a bespoke commission. tideandtrove.com

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