BE JEWELLED

From statement stacks to headturning gems, prepare to be captivated by these dazzling jewels

words Rebecca Matthews

PEARLY QUEEN

Statement earrings are a must-have for fashion-forward brides and the first jewellery collection from shoe designer Freya Rose is brimming with aisle-worthy wonders. Pearls are at the heart of a collection awash with the likes of bohochic drop hoops with freshwater pearls, hand-beaded tassel earrings filled with tiny pearls and hand-carved mother-ofpearl rose hoops – all responsibly sourced and handmade by Balinese craftspeople. freyarose.com

OCEAN TREASURES

Based in St Ives, the ocean is a constant source of inspiration for jewellery designer Stephanie Stevens, who designs and lovingly handcrafts bespoke engagement and wedding rings as well as special occasion jewellery from her seaside studio.

From her popular curved wedding rings to engagement rings studded with aquamarines and sapphires that echo the sea, Stephanie’s creations are enriched with beauty and personal meaning. Perfectly in keeping with her ethos and coastal environment, her diamond rings are set with exquisite stones from Ocean Diamonds. Hand-picked by diamond divers off the coasts of Namibia and South Africa, these completely natural and exceptionally high quality stones are sustainably sourced, conflict-free and boast an irrepressible sparkle.

“We are now able to order melee diamonds from Ocean Diamonds, which I am so excited about as it means they will be small enough to set into wedding bands,” explains Stephanie, meaning all her diamond rings will now boast the captivating sparkle of these seabed treasures. stephaniestevensjewellery.co.uk

INTO THE BLUE

Drawing on the colours and textures of the tideline, west Cornwall-based jeweller Emily Nixon has honed a striking and naturally irregular style reflective of nature’s artful beauty. Dotted with ethically sourced ocean sapphires and diamonds, these finely crafted studs make a delicate yet dazzling finishing touch for brides planning a water’s edge wedding. emilynixon.com

PERFECT MATCH

Renowned for his contemporary jewellery crafted from recycled precious metals, salvaged woods and ethically sourced gemstones, jeweller Justin Duance is perhaps best known for his sandcast creations.

This set is a captivating example, featuring an engagement ring, a set of textured wedding rings and a matching set of studs to be gifted on the wedding morning. “All the pieces are cast in recycled 14ct white gold which has a lovely stormy grey colour, and each piece has had little reclaimed vintage diamonds organically set for a subtle sparkle as they catch the light,” explains Jamila Hirtenstein at Justin Duance. “The couple chose sand from our collection to cast the rings and studs in. We happened to have the sands from their favourite beaches in Thailand where they love to holiday.” Although the workshop houses a considerable collection of sand from across the globe, couples are welcome to source sand from a particular beach, whether it was the location of your engagement or the setting of a childhood holiday, to create a ring rich with texture and personal significance. justind.co.uk

BETTER TOGETHER

Jeweller Emily Nixon has spied a trend we can really get behind here at Wed.

“It’s all about stacking at the moment – and in particular some really fabulous colourful stacks,” says Chloe Wild at Emily Nixon. “Emily’s ‘Colours of the Coast’ stack is just stunning! The sapphire hues in teal, indigo, gorse and bluebell are sparkling reminders of the array of colours found along Cornwall’s coast paths in early summer.” Eye-catching and one-of-a-kind, it’s a perfect choice for brides seeking a standout engagement and wedding ring combination that captures the wonders of Cornwall. emilynixon.com