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“Back in 2005, I was told bluntly to my face by a London diamond dealer: ‘WHEN YOU WORK IN THIS TRADE YOU SELL YOUR SOUL TO THE DEVIL.’ I knew then that things didn’t have to be that way." – Arabel Lebrusan
Lebrusan Studio exists to change the world, one gram of gold at a time.
We create jewellery for people who care — jewellery that acts as a vessel for environmental, social, political and economic reform.
For over 12 years, we have worked with simple, transparent supply chains, a small group of trusted suppliers and craftspeople, and an uncompromising ethical framework. This approach offers honesty, knowledge, peace of mind — and the confidence to choose a jewel you can feel proud of.
The jewellery trade has a long and well-documented history of harm — from environmental devastation to worker exploitation and colonial extraction. Images of toxic waste spills, displaced communities and conflict diamonds are not abstract stories. They are the consequences of opaque supply chains and unchecked demand.
As an ethical jewellery studio, it would be irresponsible to turn away from this reality. We believe it is our duty to share what we know, so that your most meaningful purchases are framed by informed, conscious decisions.
Rather than offering endless options, we work with a deliberately limited palette of materials and partners — each chosen for traceability, integrity and long-term impact.
Our ethics rest on four pillars:
Responsible materials - Transparent supply chains - Human-scale production - Accountability beyond the jewel itself
This page introduces those principles. Each material and practice is explained in detail elsewhere.
“Had a brilliant experience in creating a bespoke engagement ring with Lebrusan Studio. Sustainably sourced gold and stones and a beautiful aesthetic. The whole team including Arabel Lebrusan herself were extremely helpful and made the whole experience really enjoyable.”
— Benjamin, Manchester, UK
Using reclaimed precious metals dramatically reduces environmental impact, keeping existing resources in circulation and avoiding new extraction wherever possible.
Artisanal gold supports small-scale miners and their communities, offering fair pay, safer working conditions and long-term social programmes through recognised certifications.
Every diamond and gemstone we use is fully traceable. Whether newly mined or reclaimed, each stone comes from suppliers who can account for its journey — ensuring your jewel is never shadowed by doubt.
We offer different sourcing paths depending on what you value most. We recognise that people prioritise different values when choosing a stone.
Reclaiming differs from recycling. It is an act of preservation rather than transformation — honouring existing craftsmanship and extending the life of precious materials.
From reclaimed old-cut diamonds to Victorian jewellery components reimagined into contemporary pieces, this approach reduces demand for new mining while celebrating character, history and continuity.
Almost every Lebrusan Studio jewel is made by skilled UK-based craftspeople. Local production supports cultural heritage, safeguards specialist skills, and keeps our carbon footprint small.
Working close to home allows us to maintain accountability, quality and long-term relationships — central to ethical making.
Ethical jewellery is not only about what we make, but what we support:
> We have donated quarterly to The Water Project since 2015
> We plant trees for every jewel sold, in partnership with One Tree Planted
These commitments acknowledge that extraction leaves lasting impact — and that responsibility does not end when a jewel is complete.
We are proud members of Fair Luxury — a collective of jewellery professionals working to transform industry standards through transparency, education and collaboration.
Our Creative Director, Arabel Lebrusan, has been involved since its founding in 2013, contributing to conferences, public discourse and policy conversations that push the industry forward.
Ethics, for us, is not a marketing position — it is an ongoing practice.
In 2024, we published the Ethical Jewellery Movement Manifesto — a statement of intent written from a place of optimism. It articulates our vision of a fairer, kinder and more sustainable jewellery industry, and serves as a compass for those who wish to move in the same direction.
Ethical jewellery is not about perfection.
It is about responsibility, transparency, and choosing to do better — step by step, gram by gram.
Whether you are here to learn, to question, or to choose, we believe that informed decisions have the power to shape a fairer industry and a more considered future.
