From the Jeweller’s Bench

Welcome to the bench. This is where we spill the (ethically-sourced) tea on all things jewellery-related. Pull up a stool.
Why Jewellery Tarnishes and How to Avoid It
Why Jewellery Tarnishes and How to Avoid It
Tarnishing is an unfortunate yet inevitable process that every jewellery lover will experience. Over time, exposure to air, moisture, oils, and other elements will cause jewellery to lose its lustre... READ MORE →
What Is Enamel Jewellery — And Is It Eco-Friendly?
What Is Enamel Jewellery — And Is It Eco-Friendly?
Say goodbye to minimalist jewellery (for now), and say hello to eye-popping enamel pieces. It's time to embrace fun jewellery that adds a playful twist to your everyday wardrobe. If... READ MORE →
How to Beat Fast Fashion
How to Beat Fast Fashion with a Jewellery Capsule
Fast fashion is a huge problem that has significant negative impacts on both people and the planet. Not only does the fast fashion industry exploit garment workers and cause immense... READ MORE →
Jewellery Packing Tips
How to Travel with Jewellery: Tangle-Free Packing Tips
No matter what your travel plans are, you'll want a travel wardrobe to match. Travelling with jewellery is an easy way to maximise the potential of your limited outfit options.... READ MORE →
Earth Friendly Jewellery
How do you make Earth friendly jewellery?
When it comes to buying jewellery, making an eco-friendly choice is a great way to reduce the environmental impact of your wardrobe while supporting sustainable practices in the jewellery industry.... READ MORE →
What is Sustainable Jewellery?
What is Sustainable Jewellery?
The jewellery industry is rife with confusing language. From greenwashed sustainability policies to misleading terminology, it can be difficult to know whether the jewellery you're buying really is eco-friendly. This... READ MORE →
What is Fast Fashion Jewellery?
What is Fast Fashion Jewellery?
Fast fashion is hard to avoid. From the TikTok Shein hauls and 100% off sales, to the countless scandals and expose documentaries. In some form or another, we've all experienced... READ MORE →
What Happens To Jewellery Returns?
What Happens To Jewellery Returns?
We've all experienced buying something online that wasn't quite right. Maybe it doesn't look the same in-person or doesn't fit how it's supposed to. Whatever the reason, the decision to... READ MORE →
Reasons to Buy Sustainable Jewellery
Reasons to Buy Sustainable Jewellery
There are many ways you can live a more sustainable lifestyle. From where you shop to what you wear, there's always an eco-friendly choice to make. It makes sense to... READ MORE →
Supporting Small Businesses on Small Business Saturday
How to Support Small Businesses on Small Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday is a yearly event that takes place in between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, and was created to help small businesses participate in the holiday shopping season.... READ MORE →
How to Store Jewellery
How to Store Jewellery
Even the best quality jewellery can become dull or damaged. Knowing the cause is the key to protecting your jewellery before it happens. Improper storage is one of the biggest... READ MORE →
Sustainable Jewellery: What is 'Vegan-Friendly' jewellery?
What is Vegan-Friendly jewellery?
If you want to avoid animal cruelty when purchasing jewellery, you'll need to take a closer look at not only what the jewellery is made from but how it was... READ MORE →