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About Us
British jewellery designer Alex Monroe grew up in Suffolk surrounded by fields, rivers and the plants and creatures which inhabit them. He trained at Sir John Cass School Of Art in London, and uses nature to inspire his whimsical, intricately beautiful jewellery.
Established in 1986, his core aspirations remain unchanged; to make great quality, wearable jewellery, which is originally designed and well priced.
Nature has always been Alex’s greatest inspiration. Whether from travels in Pakistan, walks along the hedgerows of Suffolk or even the Tuscan hills, his designs always remain inherently English. Alex always makes the original by hand in sterling silver, which gives his work its distinctive signature of such exquisite detail. He uses his skills to craft jewellery that is slightly quirky, sometimes cute, but always very feminine. The jewellery is both pretty and humorous, but consistently wearable.
Japan has long been a important market for Alex Monroe, and we even have a dedicated Japanese Alex Monroe site, but the appeal of Alex Monroe jewellery can be seen all over the world. We have a strong following of fans in Australia and Germany in particular. Click here to view our International Stockists.
But back in the UK, there are now over 100 shops selling Alex Monroe jewellery. (See our Stockists page) From high-end boutiques in London to sweet little shops in the Orkney Islands, the jewellery has won over fans young and old and become a firm favourite. Alex’s designs are now the top-selling brand in many outlets, including Liberty of London. They say of Alex Monroe:
"We are delighted to collaborate with such an individual and eclectic designer who truly embodies Liberty’s ethos and artistic heritage”
Alex’s distinctive designs have earned him many admirers in the press, as they are always a firm favourite with the girls working at the glossies! The now classic Bumblebee Necklace has graced the pages of Vogue, Elle, Marie Claire, InStyle, Red.....the list goes on! The result of this is that the jewellery is now "must-have" and when Sophie Dahl was pictured wearing the Bee, stockists reported insant sell-outs, which boutiques across the country clamouring for Alex's classic designs. Despite this, the brand does not rely on celebrity 'endorsement', all clients are genuine fans - Sienna Miller, Emilia Fox, Thandie Newton, Lisa Snowdon and Jo Whiley to name a few.
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In the middle of all this, Alex’s original objectives stay true. Rather than compromise quality and have the jewellery produced in a factory, everything is still hand made in Alex’s London studios by skilled craftspeople.
In 2008 Alex was awarded the prestigious ‘Designer of the Year’ award at the UK Jewellery Awards 2008, saying ‘‘His quality is perfect and his style is so consistent’
Alex Monroe:
‘I like people who like my jewellery. they are not slaves to fashion; they tend to be more concerned about personality and craftsmanship. They care about quality and they like things that are quirky and individual.’
Quotes from our customers:
‘Hi
I just wanted to write you a short note to let you know that I collected the bee necklace from Liberty this week. My sister absolutely adores it and it looks really beautiful on her. Thank you for making such gorgeous pieces of jewellery!
Rachael’
‘Dear Alex,
I had to tell you how totally thrilled I am with my Humming Bird necklace which I bought at your Kennington sale.
I am ultra fussy when it comes to jewellery and hardly ever buy a thing but have had my eye on your beautiful collections for ages.
I couldn't be happier - just love it.
Thank you and all the best,
Hatty’
If you're interested, we have a little YouTube clip of Alex making a Peacock feather (click here)
Do also keep in touch on our Facebook page, or follow Alex on Twitter.
