Sunday 12 June 2011

GOLD THAT SHINES BRIGHTER...


On Friday night I attended a special evening hosted by the Fairtrade Foundation to celebrate the launch of Fairtrade and Fairmined Gold in conjunction with London Jewellery Week. From traditional fine jewellery to contemporary sculptural pieces, the event showcased a range of ethical designers including CRED, Linnie McLarty, Ute Decker and Ingle & Rhode.

Recognise magazine's Features Editor, Sarah Alcock and myself were lucky enough to speak to one of the miners who at the forefront of the Fairtrade Gold revolution has inspired many a designer to take part in the movement by sourcing their metal and stones in an ethical and fair way without sacrificing innovative design and creativity.




Ethically sourced ruby and fairtrade gold ring by Linnie McLarty




Fairtrade gold Arm Sculpture by Ute Decker