All That Glitters: Gorgeous Gold Jewellery Brands That Make Good Gifts

Want something really special this Christmas? Harriet Kelsall's knockout sapphire and 18 carat Fairtrade gold studs will wow anyone. Each stud holds a 5mm trilliant cut blue sapphire for a classic but modern cut that will catch the light anywhere. 

These clever minimal navy and gold (for an riff on the 80s combo) earrings from Little By Little come apart to form two different pairs, so you feel like you've doubled your money. Little By Little focus on a transparent, sustainable supply chain with everything made in Peru by a fair trade factory, using recycled silver and eco-certified metals.

British jewellery designer Emma Aitchison consistently creates incredible ethical pieces and this hot magmatic bangle has been inspired by the power of volcanos. It's made of recycled brass and ethically sourced gems that feel like magma in the molten freeform shape. Distinctive and delightful.

Award-winning jewellery designer Harriet Kelsall takes on the classic signet ring with this Fairtrade 9 carat rose gold version. A clean profile with a kite shaped face updates the signet ring with a minimal, geometric take on the shape and the ring can be made in any size.

Power up your wardrobe with this fab nod to our runic past, where symbols were carved into objects to empower them with strength. Swedish ethical jewellery brand Hargreaves Stockholm has created a whole range of empowerment pendants using Fairmined gold. This is the wisdom symbol, because who doesn't want to feel wise?

Icelandic ethical jewellery brand, Aurum, puts forward collections inspired by the country's unique landscape. These sand earrings are made from recycled sterling silver, plated gold and artificial pearls and reflect the breathtaking beaches of the Westfjords.

RAW Copenhagen are a fantastic affordable brand for ethical jewellery lovers. This gorgeous large Orbit of the Sun necklace combines Scandi, minimal style and our love of battered metal. A gold plated Sterling silver circle pendant with an 18 or 30 inch chain. 10% of profits support sustainable development projects. A great go to for everyday jewellery that does good.

Back on the hammered metal trend, these fabulous solid gold circle studs are from ethical jewellery designer Stockholm Rose. Handmade in Sweden, this is 9 carat recycled gold that's crafted into circles using eco friendly processes and tools and are even wrapped in acid-free tissue paper. 

Move away from minimalism and towards the arts and crafts movement with this Paisley inspired pendant from Harriet Kelsall. Made from ethically mined, Fairtrade 9 carat gold that has a warm autumnal feel and hangs on a 16 inch chain. There are also earrings to make a stunning set.