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Jewellery that Speaks: Victorian Symbolism in Contemporary Design

The earliest evidence of jewellery dates back to the Paleolithic era, and throughout the centuries it has served as far more than simple ornamentation. From ancient amulets to royal treasures, jewe...

What is vegan jewellery?

As the world’s understanding of complex sustainable and ethical issues evolves, so too do the nature of the conversations we’re having with our clients.  “Is your jewellery vegan?” ... It's a que...

The problems with recycled gold: It’s time to come unstuck

We see jewellery as an active tool for change, and so we are constantly weighing up the social and environmental impacts of one precious material against another – ‘girl mathing’ the equation. One ...

The rules of remodelling antique jewellery sympathetically

As bespoke jewellery designers, we are often entrusted with clients’ beloved heirlooms, and much of our work centres on what we call ‘sympathetic’ jewellery remodelling. This idea of sympathy is no...

A step-by-step guide to your perfect pair of bespoke earrings

If the face is the window to the soul, the jewellery that frames it should feel like just the right fit. Whether understated bespoke stud earrings to accessorise the everyday or statement bespoke d...

Pavé vs. Channel-set: What’s the difference?

Here at Lebrusan Studio our ethical engagement rings, wedding bands and unique bespoke commissions are brought to life by expert Hatton Garden craftspeople who specialise in their craft. Our cheerf...

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 for us to create new stories f...

What is circularity in jewellery?

A circular economy is a model of production and consumption based upon sharing, leasing, repairing, refurbishing and recycling existing materials and products for as long as possible. In our curren...

Are bullion coins an ethical investment?

Our bespoke remodelling service often acquaints us with old investment coins. Intrigued by the cultural tradition of collecting and inheriting coins like these, we’ve spent some time exploring the ...

What is a brifka?

Here at Lebrusan Studio, a day in the life of a jewellery designer involves so much more than unleashing ideas with pencil and paper. There’s the consultations with excited clients at our London Di...

7 Reasons Why Remodelling Jewellery is a Great Idea

Jewellery is crafted from materials designed to endure. Gold, platinum and diamonds are not only beautiful but also naturally resistant, their toughness allowing them to be recycled and reimagined ...

Dispatches from a London jewellery designer: A lapidary saves the day

At Lebrusan Studio, we bring our engagement ring and wedding band designs to life on a made-to-order basis. Comparative to an ‘off the shelf’ approach, which would see pieces mass-produced and read...