29 August 2025
Your ultimate jewellery guide for Düsseldorf
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Explore unique and more conscious jewellery options
In a world dominated by traditional gold and silver accessories, the allure of unconventional jewellery materials offers a refreshing change. From bioplastics to upcycled materials, each piece tells a unique story, not just of fashion but of sustainability and creativity. This blog highlights the diverse offerings of several COSH!-associated stores, each bringing its unique flair to the jewellery scene.
Extraordinary jewellery from Tenerife
The Spanish brand GalloBuey offers a unique jewellery collection with small pieces of art, crafting in a small atelier in Tenerife using 3D filaments. The pieces are available in many vibrant colour variations to suit different styles. Each piece of jewellery is made from bioplastic, a material derived from natural and renewable sources such as corn, sugar cane and beetroot.
Explore the exclusive collection of GalloBuey and be amazed by their creative and original jewellery made in Tenerife.
Unique, wearable art from Amsterdam
The Amsterdam-based jewellery brand Iris Nijenhuis takes jewellery to a higher level. In her atelier she creates wearable pieces of art with modular designs and innovative use of materials like vegan leather and upcycled elements. Each piece by Iris Nijenhuis is a testament to the possibilities of modern jewellery design, crafted with precision through laser cutting. Making this jewellery is very labour intensive but Iris Nijenhuis does it all in her own atelier, making sure the production is more ethical and 100% local.
Discover the collection of Iris Nijenhuis in her atelier in Amsterdam, which is open by appointment.
A mix of eclectic jewellery in Antwerp
In the heart of Antwerp, you’ll find the multibrand store Binti, offering an eclectic mix of jewellery made from natural materials like rope, wax, and waste paper pulp and brass. The collection is carefully curated with a variety of innovative brands from all over the world, like Africa and Europe. Besides eye-catching jewellery, they also offer colourful bags, shoes, clothing and homewear.
Visit their store in Antwerp, located on the IJzerenwaag 17.
Artisanal craftsmanship in Lagos
The Nigerian brand Udiri combines masterful artistry, social impact and a more sustainable approach in each creation. The brand transforms waste paper and locally sourced fabrics into exquisite jewellery, bags, and artworks, all handcrafted by women from displaced communities in North Nigeria. Udiri not only recycles materials into beautiful products but also supports these women through employment and skill development, making each purchase a support for a significant social movement.
Discover the collection by Udiri in their store in Lagos, Portugal.
Unique jewellery in Antwerp
The collection of the Belgian brand Kibibi consists of jewellery from African makers, making sure they are always crafted in a safe and more ethical environment for the makers. The collection is constantly changing, using materials such as copper, cotton, glass, wood, banana leaves and bark, celebrating the rich heritage and innovative design techniques of African artistry.
Kibibi sells her jewellery through markets in Antwerp and Aartselaar.
Colombian artisanal jewellery in ‘s Gravenzande
Tezoro Atelier breathes life into every bead and thread, weaving stories of heritage, heart and hope. Founded by Paola, whose Quillacinga (Colombia) roots infuse her artistry with pride, this Colombian‑Dutch jewellery brand is more than adornment, it’s connection. With indigenous artisans, each piece of jewellery reflects collaboration, culture and craft. These creations are not mass‑made, but born to preserve traditions and uplift communities. Wear Tezoro and carry a tale of identity, beauty and sustainable meaning.
Jewellery art beyond the ordinary from Düsseldorf
Galerie CEBRA is an ode to jewellery art: for over 37 years, owner and artist Anemone Tontsch has nurtured a space where creativity, sustainability and innovation converge in dazzling form. Featuring 200 artists across 75 m², this Düsseldorf gallery celebrates extraordinary materials, upcycling and craftsmanship. Each 6‑to‑8‑week themed exhibition offers a new mix of extraordinary jewellery, crafted from various materials. Galerie Cebra is more than a space, it’s an invitation to wear art with purpose.
Discover Galerie CEBRA at the Andreasstraße in Düsseldorf.
Playful jewellery from Amsterdam
The Amsterdam-based jewellery brand mimimono offers playful, statement jewellery made from 100% recycled acrylic. Every piece of jewellery is thoughtfully designed, lasercut and assembled by hand by designer Hannah Kay in her atelier in Amsterdam, making sure the production is local and more ethical.
You can shop the unique jewellery by mimimono at Harvest Club in Leuven and HOST in Antwerp.
Handcrafted Metal Jewellery from Berlin
Book an appointment at WARA DESIGNS Atelier or discover the collection at WESEN in Berlin.
Exploring unconventional jewellery through these COSH! stores not only broadens your style horizons but also supports more sustainable fashion practices. Each store and brand brings a unique narrative to the table, highlighting creativity and responsibility in material use. For those interested in further exploring more sustainable practices in the jewellery industry, consider reading our articles on:
These pieces provide deeper insights into how the industry is moving towards more responsible sourcing and production methods, continuing the conversation about more ethical and more sustainable fashion.
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