Transparency, sustainability and social good
The jewelry industry has a sordid past. Photo credit Alex Holyoake
We love jewelry. From the smallest band to the blingiest statement piece, we live for it.
As with most great loves, however, it is important to acknowledge reality. And in our industry, the reality can be toxic. From poor environmental practices to worker mistreatment, corruption and even warfare, the jewelry industry has a sordid past.
We’re here to say: enough.
Though things are improving, a responsible buyer still has to be wary at every point, sourcing only from trusted organizations and double-checking certifications. Our experts are trained to do just that, ensuring that you get the best price without worry about the human or environmental cost.
Where we stand
Transparency, sustainability and social good are at the heart of our sourcing and manufacturing program. Though it can sometimes be difficult to find the right factory or supplier, we are committed to meeting and exceeding the standards set by the UN Global Compact, which focuses on human rights, labor, the environment and anti-corruption, as well as Responsible Jewelry Council (RJC) standards.
We work tirelessly to identify and secure facilities and suppliers that can meet our strict requirements and understand our goals.
With relationships that span the globe, much of the detail of our sourcing and manufacturing program happens behind the scenes so customers can focus on building their brands. We work tirelessly to identify and secure facilities and suppliers that can meet our strict requirements and understand our goals. And we ensure that they maintain those strict standards, even after the auditors or our team are no longer on-site.
Of course, many customers share specific sourcing requirements during the design phase. These requirements build upon our existing sourcing stipulations or can move the project in a specific direction: for example, many customers prefer sourcing lab-grown diamonds for their social and environmental benefits, while others may focus on using plastics sourced from ocean waste.
These requirements don’t necessarily add cost. Many clients are surprised to learn that lab-made diamonds can cost as much as a third less and avoid some of the complications of mined diamonds.
These requirements don’t necessarily add cost.
We pride ourselves in the relationships we have with trusted partners around the world. Facilities we do not manage directly undergo regular audits to ensure compliance with our strict standards. Our job, after all, is to ensure that you receive the highest-quality pieces that effortlessly reflect your brand. You can trust us to design, source and produce every piece to meet the highest standards.
Standards & guidelines
On top of our strict requirements, our factories and suppliers operate in accordance with the following standards, guidelines and directives, or ones issued by the named organizations:
LBMA Responsible Gold/Silver Guidance
LBMA Responsible Silver Guidance
DMCC Practical Guidance for Market Participants in the Gold and Precious Metals Industry
OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas and the Supplement on Gold
World Gold Council Conflict Free Gold Standard
Financial Crimes Investigation Board
Responsible Jewelry Council.
Gemological Institute of America
International Colored Gemstone Association
American Gem Society
Kimberley Process
Read more about our sustainability programs here.