Artisanal and ethical manufacturing in jewelry is becoming more and more relevant in the industry. Today’s society increasingly demands products that are fair and respectful of the environment and the people who work to make them. This applies to all sectors, including, of course, jewelry.
We create all our jewelry with love and craftsmanship, respecting ancestral knowledge, combining a refined design with the best quality materials.
Aurélie Doublet, LUM founder
Local manufacturing meets increasingly essential needs
Ethical manufacturing focuses on the supply chain, ensuring that everyone involved in jewelry production (from the mines to the workshops) is treated fairly. This is why techniques such as fair trade have become increasingly common. Fair trade ensures that workers are paid a living wage and work in safe conditions, and that the materials used in jewelry making are sourced responsibly.
On the other hand, handmade manufacturing is all about delicacy and originality within jewelry. A handmade jewelry is always unique, no two pieces are alike. Personalized designs and unique details are possible thanks to the skill and experience of the artisans who work with their hands and tools on each piece.
Producing responsibly
Making jewelry by hand also allows us to actively contribute to sustainability. By keeping production local, we reduce our carbon footprint and eliminate highly polluting industrial processes. In addition, by working with local artisans we support the local economy and contribute to the growth of the community.
For all these reasons, ethical and artisanal jewelry manufacturing is not only about creating beautiful and exclusive pieces, but also represents a commitment and responsibility to the environment, the community and social justice. For consumers aware of this responsibility, there are more and more ethical and handcrafted jewelry options on the market, and more and more people are choosing this type of product.
In conclusion, ethical and handcrafted jewelry represents an alternative for those who want to wear a custom-made and unique piece of jewelry, knowing that they have contributed to the preservation of the planet, fair labor and sustainable trade. Craftsmanship and ethics can go hand in hand, and it is important to give value to the work of artisans and sustainability in the manufacture of our jewelry.