15 Sustainable Jewelry Brands to Shop Now
From delicate rings to statement necklaces, you're going to want to pile on these sustainable pieces.
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Luckily for jewelry lovers, our favorite sparkly pieces are inherently sustainable: metals like gold and silver as well as gemstones can be reused for eternity. In fact, one could argue that jewelry only gets better with age! Today's jewelry designers have tapped into this, using recycled gold and silver and sourcing ethical gems (either fairtrade or reused from other pieces) to create beautiful jewelry that also make the world a better place. There are fine jewelry designers working in precious stones for bespoke masterpieces and fun costume jewelry made from unique materials like raffia and shells. Below, you'll find sustainable jewelry for every occasion, from an everyday chain to a once-in-a-lifetime engagement ring.
Soko is a certified B-Corp that employs Kenyan artisans to create warm, easy-to-wear pieces, like this pair of gold-plated earrings.
Ethically sourced and sustainably made in New York City, Aurate is our go-to for are elegant staples that go with everything.
These sculptural earrings take design cues from modernists like Man Ray and Ellsworth Kelly. Agmes not only uses recycled metal for its fine jewelry, but it also reuses its own scraps from the workshop.
Founder Christina Tung was a PR maven before she became a jewelry designer, so she knows the industry inside and out. Each of her pieces are made from found, re-used, upcycled and natural materials and best of all, feel like the prettiest souvenirs you scooped up on vacation.
If a full SVNR necklace is out of range, we suggest starting with one of these fun Droplet earrings, which come in two shell options.
Not only does Taylor & Heart offer fair-trade, fairmined materials on all of its engagement rings, but you can custom design your very own for a perfect fit.
At T&C, we never run out of ideas for a monogram, but this signet ear cuff is by far the coolest. Designer Jess Hannah makes all of her jewelry from recycled metals and ethically sourced gems and makes the chicest clean nail polishes to go with it. She donates a portion of all proceeds to charity.
1.60 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Tennis Bracelet
1.60 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Tennis Bracelet
One of the best things about jewelry is it lasts and retains value forever, which is the ultimate stamp of sustainability. For unique options, look for vintage pieces through sellers like 1stDibs.
KBH's South Seas pearls are organic and sustainably cultivated by artisans and paired with upcycled 14K gold. Talk about a true modern classic.
Transparency is so important when it comes to real sustainability over greenwashing, that is why Catbird offers tours of its jewelry studio once a month. The Brooklyn-based company has a cult following, including Meghan Markle who stacks Catbird's signature Threadbare rings.
Akola's pieces are made in Uganda by local women in rural communities, who may have trouble making a living wage elsewhere. Each piece is made from sustainable materials, including the hand carved horn used in these bracelets.
AKOLA Akola Harper Raffia Tassel Cluster Drop Earrings
AKOLA Akola Harper Raffia Tassel Cluster Drop Earrings
Locally sourced raffia makes for lightweight earrings with major impact.
Sleek retailer COS designs a portion of its jewelry, like this necklace, from recycled metals. (Pro tip: search for "sustainable jewelry" on its site for the full collection.)
JOHN HARDY John Hardy 'Bamboo' Silver Hoop Earrings
JOHN HARDY John Hardy 'Bamboo' Silver Hoop Earrings
Founding a jewelry studio in Bali in 1975, John Hardy is now one of the largest employers on the island. Part of the Responsible Jewelry Council and the Kimberly Process council, the jewelry house is certified sustainable and ethical. For each of the Bamboo pieces, like these hoops, John Hardy will donate bamboo seedlings to help reforest the surrounding landscape.
Jewelry designer Monica Vinader's collaboration with model Doina Ciobanu last year was the first sustainable collection for her brand. Everything is made from recycled metals and shipping is carbon neutral.
Decorate this sustainably-made choker with Monica Vinader's charms—they change up the look of the piece so it can be worn in multiple ways.
JENNIE KWON DESIGNS Jennie Kwon Designs Morganite, Diamond & Opal Leaf Ring
JENNIE KWON DESIGNS Jennie Kwon Designs Morganite, Diamond & Opal Leaf Ring
L.A. designer Jennie Kwon makes each of her delicate pieces from fairmined gold and ethically sourced gemstones. Her romantic jewels also make for stunning engagement rings.
Everything in Mejuri's repertoire is sustainably sourced and/or recycled, like this chain necklace that we plan to wear on repeat this year. The company has also created a fund to promote female leadership.
Olivia Hosken is the deputy managing editor of House Beautiful, where she oversees operations across the brand's print and digital platforms. She also writes about design and architecture and was previously the style & interiors writer at Town & Country and the managing editor of Dwell.
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