Nue Fine Jewelry

Production locations

• Belgium 

Working Conditions & Living Wages

In an industry that is dominated by men, Nue Fine Jewelry shows true girl power! The company was founded and is managed by women. From the design room, factory floors, to the accounting and marketing divisions, Nue Fine Jewelry employs a talented and diverse group of powerful women. 

Every piece is handcrafted in Antwerp, Belgium, by a small team of talented goldsmiths. 

Materials

• Lab grown diamonds 
• 18k recycled gold 

Mining diamonds is a destructive, costly process which has a huge impact on our environment and ecosystems. Approximately 2.5 tons of the earth have to be removed and 126 gallons of water are used to uncover 1 carat of rough diamond. Besides that, the workers who mine diamonds are often forced to work in terrible working conditions. Want to know more about the impact of diamond mining on our planet and communities? Read more here.

Nue Fine Jewelry consciously chooses a more ethical approach by using lab grown diamonds. The above ground diamonds are created in a lab and are polished in the same workshops as mined diamonds. Physically and chemically, lab grown diamonds look identical to their mined counterparts. Nue Fine Jewelry pieces are made with the whitest and cleanest more sustainable diamonds, ensuring your jewellery has a brilliant sparkle. 

As we mentioned in a recent article, gold mining is one of the most polluting activities in the world. Besides that, it also disrupts entire communities and incites wars. To limit the destruction caused by new mining, Nue Fine Jewelry recycles and repurposes gold from electrical components. 

Packaging

Nue Fine Jewelry does not disclose what packaging materials are used. 

Water usage & chemicals

Nue Fine Jewelry does not discuss water or chemical usage in their supply chain. However, as they use recycled gold and lab-grown diamonds, their environmental impact is significantly reduced. 

Circular product design

As this brand uses recycled solid gold for all their products, they prioritise circularity, and greatly reduce their reliance on raw materials. 

NOTE: Jewellery is generally easy to recycle and lasts a long time.

Circular business models

On Nue Fine Jewelry’s website, they state that they can help facilitate the repair of pieces that have been damaged or broken. This helps to extend the lifespan of their pieces, preventing them from becoming waste. 

Distance & complexity of the supply chain

Production locations: 

• Belgium

Nue Fine Jewelry crafts their pieces in Antwerp. They explain that the diamonds in their Soul Collection are lab-grown in Switzerland, and polished in India, before the jewelry is created in Antwerp. Although they do not disclose details on their other collections, this suggests that their supply chain is relatively long, adding to their associated emissions. 

Transportation

Nue Fine Jewelry does not disclose what transportation methods are used in their supply chain. They state that their final products are shipped carbon-neutrally to consumers, although they do not disclose details on this. 

Nue Fine Jewelry does not use any animal products. 

Product design

This versatile diamond jewelry is designed to be worn every day. The brand got its name from the French word ​‘Nue’ meaning naked. In fact, the delicate pieces are so lightweight, they feel like a second-skin. Despite being delicate, the materials used by Nue Fine Jewelry are also high-quality, ensuring that their pieces will last a long time. 

On the Nue Fine Jewelry website you can find a beautiful collection of diamond earrings, bracelets, necklaces and rings. Looking for something more personal? At Nue Fine Jewelry you can also customise your dream engagement ring. Make an appointment in their atelier in Antwerp or book an online info session for more information.

Slow fashion processes

Nue Fine Jewelry states that in an effort to use only the resources they require, they do not keep large stock levels. In fact, each piece of jewelry is created from scratch once your order is placed. This prevents waste from overproduction. 

Transparency on product

Each product page details what materials were used to craft the item, and where it was made. However, it is not always clear where their materials are sourced from, which may cause some confusion for consumers. 

Transparency on processes

Nue Fine Jewelry aims for high levels of transparency on their processes. Their website details what is involved in the creation of their bespoke pieces, and they provide some insights into their materials and company. COSH! would love to see further information about their supply chain, especially where their raw materials are sourced from and processed, for complete transparency.