Featured VentureMom Monica Vinadel Founder of Monica Vinader jewellery

Born in San Sebastian, Spain, Monica Vinader moved to London to study Fine Arts before landing her first job in the jewelry industry. She left her job to travel remote parts of Patagonia and Mexico, finding endless inspiration and building a network of artisans with whom she started cutting her own gemstones and making jewelry collections. In 2008, she launched the eponymous brand she still runs today.

“Responsible and sustainable production is at the core of what we do. We exclusively use 100% recycled gold and sterling silver, as well as 100% recyclable packaging and reusable pouches. With a key focus on circularity, we’re proud to offer a 5-year warranty, lifetime repairs service, and jewelry recycling scheme.”

“The jewelry industry is historically opaque, but we’re on a mission to change that. Our transparency programme, Product Passport, lets you trace everything from design and material sourcing to craftsmanship and packaging. Tracing our supply chains enables us to improve our social and environmental impact, and allows you to make informed choices. Just look for the ‘Trace This Item’ logo.”

You can find Monica Vinader in global luxury retailers, including Selfridges, Liberty, John Lewis, Farfetch and Nordstrom. Or, visit one of their boutiques across the UK, US, Canada, Singapore, Hong Kong and South Korea. 

VentureMom Tip

Make your values transparent in your marketing and everywhere you see your brand.