While diamonds may be the most prized stones in the world, it’s colourful semi-precious gemstones that have the power to bring any outfit to life. Although these stones can represent different powers—like clarity, power, fortune and protection—it’s their sartorial prowess that we’ve considered today.
We’ve noted down five of our favourite brands on The Design Collective Store that use vibrant gemstones to tell a story. Scroll through our list to wishlist the ones you’d like to add to your jewellery box.
Halo
Halo is a jewellery brand that was founded in December 2017. This brand designs jewels that are 18K gold plated, and often embellished with natural gemstones. From drop earrings that can be styled with your day dresses to statement studs that can be worn to work, there are many options to choose from.
Nimansé
Nimansé is a contemporary jewellery brand based in Colombo. Founded by Nihili Senanayake, the brand offers unique pieces that are handcrafted in silver and decorated with natural semi-precious stones. As the brand balances modern designs with a traditional aesthetic, you’ll love their garnet earrings, moonstone ring and rose quartz necklace.
Vitae by Zirc Jewellery
Sri Lanka-based Zirc Jewellery offers handcrafted, contemporary pieces made from high quality materials. The collections are designed by hand with meticulous attention to detail. The brand believes that jewellery is a form of self-expression and therefore offers stunning timeless designs which can become a part of your every outfit. We love their unique modern designs that are highlighted by semi-precious stones, adding to their glamour.
Olive Yu
Celebrating Sri Lanka’s beautiful surroundings, Olive Yu designs rustic yet contemporary designs using colourful gemstones. Each of their hand-selected stones are chosen for their specific properties and meaning. It is then paired with textured metals, twisted into modern organic forms.
Samsara
This local Sri Lankan brand believes in the power of spiritual healing. The jewellery brand works with gemstones, adding them to contemporary minimalistic designs to create collections that harness their powers. Their handmade pieces are absolutely breathtaking, from the double moonstone ring to the rhodochrosite earrings to the lapiz lazuli pendant.