8 Female-Founded Jewellery Brands to Know at Harrods

Founder and creative director Maral Artinian represents the third generation of her family’s jewellery legacy. She founded Marli New York in 2014, inspired by the non-stop energy and multicultural history of her NYC hometown. Staples like the Cleo collection – named after Cleopatra – showcase that duality. Timeless yet totally contemporary.

Led by mother-daughter duo Tania and Ladan Shayan, this Los Angeles brand is loved for its statement stackable jewels and meticulous craftsmanship. The pair take cues from their Persian heritage – as well as their shared love for jewellery and fashion – to design collections that fuse the old and new.

Established just four years ago, Nigora Tokhtabayeva’s brand is known for its minimalist, ethically crafted designs. Tabayer’s signature knot-like silhouettes are modelled after ancient Mesopotamian amulets, in an ode to Tokhtabayeva’s Central Asian roots, as well as the work of sculptors including Barbara Hepworth and Eva Hesse.

A keen traveller and enthusiastic trinket collector, Annoushka Ducas follows her heart rather than trends – and the jewellery world approves. Quirky, creative and heartfelt, her whimsical charms are staples in jewellery boxes across the globe. New to the Annoushka family is the Knuckle collection, featuring innovative chains that can be worn multiple ways.

After a career working in communications for the likes of Ralph Lauren and Giorgio Armani, Jennifer Meyer founded her eponymous jewellery business in 2005. Known for its understated 18-karat gold creations designed to mark life’s special moments, the brand still makes every piece by hand in its Los Angeles studio.

Founded in 2010 by Dwyer Kilcollin and her husband Yves Spinelli, Spinelli Kilcollin’s interlinked stacking rings have become some of the fashion world’s most-coveted fine jewellery pieces. Shop the collection, including the bestselling Sonny and Alix rings, at the pop-up in Jewellery on the First Floor this autumn.

Suzanne Kalan’s Fireworks collection is one of the most recognisable jewellery motifs of the past 50 years – a testament to the founder’s unique vision. Now, Suzanne’s daughter Patile leads the business, introducing influences from the art world as she continues to champion colour via semi-precious gemstones.

Worn by the likes of Michelle Obama, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah of Jordan, Anita Ko’s elegant fine jewellery epitomises luxury with a twist. As well as outfitting the stars, founder and designer Ko creates one-of-a-kind bespoke pieces that rank high on the lists of jewellery collectors globally.

Heirloom jewels can hold countless memories. But what are the best pieces to invest in? Beth Hannaway, Harrods director of Fine Jewellery and Watches, shares her recommendations.

We sat down with three of the most exciting womenswear brands now available at Harrods to find out what makes their designers tick.