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Do you have questions about what is the difference between 18ct and 9ct gold? or if it is safe to wear a platinum engagement ring with a gold wedding band? I answer theses and many other jewelry questions in our weekly articles & blogs. https://www.arabellebrusan.com/blogs/arabels-blog
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Navigating material options for your perfect ethical engagement ring can feel like performing mental gymnastics. Steering you towards a jewel that aligns with your values is our new guide to 'girl mathing' your redemption equation. 🧠➗📏➕❔ #ethicaljewellery #recycledgold #recycleddiamonds #reducereuserecycle #ethicalengagementrings #alternativeengagementrings #engagementringinspo #engagementring #proposalinspo #girlmath #fairtradegold #goldjewellery #bespokeengagementring #jewellerydesign
An Intro to Vegan Jewellery
The question on lips this #Veganuary: "What makes vegan jewellery, vegan?" Our newest blog post is an exploration of vegan jewellery principles, how they apply throughout the supply chain, and the questions you should be asking your jeweller in order to make the most informed decisions. Follow the link in our bio to learn much more. 🌱 #veganjewellers #veganjewellery #veganjewelry #traceability #ethicaljewellery #fairtradegold #ethicalengagementring
The Diamond Star wedding band in recycled platinum
Platinum’s origins are cosmic; its journey begins in the skies, through a process called ‘stellar nucleosynthesis’. Its formation is testament to the incredible processes that govern the universe, from the explosive deaths of stars to the slow geological movements on Earth. To learn about these journeys - and the various other attributes that contribute to platinum's value and superior reputation - check out the latest blog post on our website. 🧠💫 #ethicalweddingrings #ethicalweddingbands
What's the difference between 14ct gold and 18ct gold?
Pure gold is very soft and is rarely practical to use alone in fine jewellery. For this reason, it's combined with other metals for durability, which is particularly important in the instance of everyday jewellery like gold engagement rings and wedding bands. Caratage is the measurement of this purity, indicating the volume of pure gold in an alloy. So, does this mean 18ct gold is better than 14ct gold?
Ready-to-Wear Love Rings in Fairtrade Materials
Through the lens of the jewellery trade, our latest blog post defines the concept of 'fair trade jewellery' through the World Fair Trade Organisation (WTFO)’s 10 Fair Trade Principles, exploring how each addresses pressing socioeconomic and environmental issues in our industry 💚 [Photographed: Our ready-to-wear love rings, each crafted using fair-trade materials like Fairmined Gold and traceable coloured gemstones] #ethicalengagementring #toietmoirring #trilogyring #fairtrade
Our newest blog post explores some of the benefits of circular economies, the circular strategies that Lebrusan Studio adopts as a sustainable jewellery brand, and whether total circularity within the jewellery industry is truly sustainable. ♻️💍 (Pictured: Estefania's bespoke 'Planets' cocktail ring, crafted using remodelled diamonds and recycled gold.) #circularity #reducereuserecycle #recycledgold #recycleddiamonds #upcycling #upcycledjewellery #remodelledjewellery #bespokejewellery
Rules on remodelling vintage jewellery
There are rules on restoring historic buildings and museum artefacts 'sympathetically' - should bespoke jewellers also discuss our approach to repurposing vintage jewellery? 🧠💭♻️✨
What's the difference between pavé setting and channel setting?
When it comes to milestone jewellery designed to be worn every day, some setting styles are more fitting than others. Our latest blog post answers the FAQ: 'What's the difference between pavé setting and channel setting?,' comparing the specifics, pros and cons of each style. 💎 #ethicalweddingbands #uniqueweddingband #uniqueweddingbands #uniqueweddingrings #uniqueweddingring #matchingweddingbandset #designerweddingring #ecoweddingrings #diamondweddingring #ethicaldiamonds
The magic of old cut diamonds
At Lebrusan Studio, we revel in the magic of old jewellery and how it enables us to maintain connections with our collective past. Old cut diamonds are an opportunity to honour craft heritage and respect our planet’s limits, utilising what’s already above-ground. Our latest blog post is a celebration of antique cut diamonds, exploring some of the most enduring variations and answering your FAQs. 💎✨
Through our bespoke remodelling service we’re often acquainted with old bullion coins. Intrigued by the tradition of collecting and inheriting investment coins, we've delved into the chequered history of the practise and explored opportunities for ethical investment today. Follow the link to learn more...
7 Reasons Why Remodelling Jewellery is a Great Idea
If you’re sitting on an old piece of jewellery and weighing up whether or not to reinvent it, we’re here to tell you why you SHOULD embark on a bespoke remodelling journey - and not be nervous about doing so. Follow the link for the blog post, complete with real stories of real transformations - like the one that converted a decades-old engagement ring into this fantastic 2.39ct diamond solitaire. 🦋♻️ #diamondengagementring #vintagediamonds #antiquediamonds #remodelledjewellery
Why is gold easier to recycle than platinum?
We love the circular process of repurposing your old jewels to make way for new treasures. As with any worthwhile endeavour, however, recycling precious metal is not without its challenges - particularly not when dealing in recycled platinum. Our latest blog post explores why platinum is generally a little tricker to recycle than gold. Follow the link to do some learning! 🧠
Here at Lebrusan Studio, we offer a broad range of price points, encouraging our clients to make choices not shaped by society’s expectations, but creative vision and heart. Our latest blog post explores our three key price brackets and their scope for design and ethical materials, helping you to decide how much you should spend on your partner’s engagement ring. 👛 #ethicalengagementring #ethicalengagementrings #engagementring #engagementringinspo #diamondengagementring #engagementringdesign
What is a brifka?
A brifka is a small makeshift envelope, used to package diamonds and gemstones. Our latest blog post explores the history of this rudimentary device, and why we love it so much. ✉️ #jewelleryblog #ethicaljewellery #ethicaljeweller #ethicaljewellers #jewelleryhelp #sustainablejewellery #britishjewellers #industryexpert #bridaljeweller #jewelleryadvice #bespokejewellery #ethicalgold #ethicalengagementrings #ethicaldiamonds#ethicalengagementring
In the words of Hildegard von Bingen (1098 - 1179) - Benedictine abbess, writer, composer, philosopher, mystic and visionary - "Precious stones are made out of fire and water; they contain energy and moisture within them and they have many powerful qualities and effects." If this is true then peridot must possess an irresistible pull, as the highest ranking Google search query amongst her clients month after month. 🫒💚 #peridot #birthstonejewellery #didyouknow #ethicaljewellery