JEWELLERY & WATCHES
STEPHEN EINHORN
Stephen Einhorn is a London-based fine jewellery brand with a mission to make beautiful things for interesting people. The brand was established in 1995 and has become known for its innovative designs marrying classic craftsmanship and unique, contemporary design techniques.
SUSTAINABILITY PURPOSE
One of Stephen Einhorn’s founding principles is the development and promotion of British craftsmanship. All of their pieces are designed and made in their North London workshop. Stephen works with his team to nurture talent and ensure skills are passed down to the next generation of jewellers. The workshop also embraces new technologies and techniques, fusing these with timeless methods to create unique pieces. Sustainability has been a priority since the company’s inception. Using special, unexpected materials is central to Stephen’s process. Their ‘Thames Wood’ collection is made from 2000-year-old wood excavated from a site in the City of London, part of the only wooden Roman docks known to have been built in London circa 63AD. He also works with concrete, granite and enamel as well as more traditional precious metals and stones. The company sees each and every piece of jewellery they create as timeless; only ever putting things into the world that are made to last. This attitude is mirrored in their efforts to ensure all ways of working across the business are holistically sustainable. For example, they have adapted their processes to use a spray paint gun, ensuring no harmful VOCs are emitted into the air, and they use special traps to ensure no metal is lost in the process. They are also registered as a Fairtrade Organisation, committed to promoting equal pay for all employees. Stephen Einhorn recognises that this responsibility to people and the planet is an ongoing journey. Most recently they have been working on an updated code of conduct commitment from their suppliers, and by mid-2021 will ensure all packing is 100% recyclable.
Established
1995
Headquarters
London
First Certified
2020
Categories
Jewellery
Website
Distribution
Worldwide
REAL CHANGE IN ACTION
CIRCULAR ECONOMY
Stephen Einhorn's commitment to the circular economy is exemplified through its innovative jewellery remodelling service. This service not only breathes new life into luxury jewellery pieces but also addresses the end-of-life challenge in the wider industry. Instead of letting precious items collect dust or contribute to waste, Stephen Einhorn encourages customers to bring in their old pieces for transformation. Skilled artisans carefully dismantle and repurpose these items, salvaging valuable materials and gemstones.
SUSTAINABLE SOURCING
Stephen Einhorn's sustainable sourcing practices are a testament to their dedication to responsible craftsmanship. The business adheres strictly to the Kimberley Process certification standards, ensuring that the diamonds used are conflict-free and ethically sourced. Beyond diamonds, the brand exclusively uses recycled metal, including recycled sterling silver, certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council Chain of Custody, reducing the demand for new mining, ensuring traceability and minimising environmental impact. Lessening the strain on natural resources, the gold used is also recycled or alternatively obtained through Fairtrade-certified channels, supporting responsible mining practices and fair wages for miners.
SUSTAINABILITY PURPOSE
At Stephen Einhorn, sustainability is a core part of the business. In addition to sourcing recycled and certified materials, Stephen Einhorn’s ethos is to create precious jewellery pieces that can be passed on to loved ones and remodelled yearly to ensure longevity. Stephen Einhorn’s purpose statement is focused on social and environmental wealth creation, and innovation. By creating and nurturing a culture in which social and environmental sustainability are practised, employees can contribute to this purpose through activities such as volunteering days.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
For a small business, Stephen Einhorn has made considerable efforts to implement formal, well-documented human resource policies. From employee handbooks to safety policies and performance feedback processes, Stephen Einhorn ensures employees are protected from risks and provided with opportunities for development. Furthermore, Stephen Einhorn has also established a comprehensive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policy that covers every facet of their organisation. From recruitment to promotions and retention, the business ensures a fair and unbiased workplace, championing equal opportunities for all employees, regardless of background or identity.
Stephen Einhorn's commitment to the circular economy is exemplified through its innovative jewellery remodelling service. This service not only breathes new life into luxury jewellery pieces but also addresses the end-of-life challenge in the wider industry. Instead of letting precious items collect dust or contribute to waste, Stephen Einhorn encourages customers to bring in their old pieces for transformation. Skilled artisans carefully dismantle and repurpose these items, salvaging valuable materials and gemstones.
Stephen Einhorn's sustainable sourcing practices are a testament to their dedication to responsible craftsmanship. The business adheres strictly to the Kimberley Process certification standards, ensuring that the diamonds used are conflict-free and ethically sourced. Beyond diamonds, the brand exclusively uses recycled metal, including recycled sterling silver, certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council Chain of Custody, reducing the demand for new mining, ensuring traceability and minimising environmental impact. Lessening the strain on natural resources, the gold used is also recycled or alternatively obtained through Fairtrade-certified channels, supporting responsible mining practices and fair wages for miners.
At Stephen Einhorn, sustainability is a core part of the business. In addition to sourcing recycled and certified materials, Stephen Einhorn’s ethos is to create precious jewellery pieces that can be passed on to loved ones and remodelled yearly to ensure longevity. Stephen Einhorn’s purpose statement is focused on social and environmental wealth creation, and innovation. By creating and nurturing a culture in which social and environmental sustainability are practised, employees can contribute to this purpose through activities such as volunteering days.
For a small business, Stephen Einhorn has made considerable efforts to implement formal, well-documented human resource policies. From employee handbooks to safety policies and performance feedback processes, Stephen Einhorn ensures employees are protected from risks and provided with opportunities for development. Furthermore, Stephen Einhorn has also established a comprehensive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policy that covers every facet of their organisation. From recruitment to promotions and retention, the business ensures a fair and unbiased workplace, championing equal opportunities for all employees, regardless of background or identity.
A WORD FROM THE CO-FOUNDERS
From the very start of our business 25 years ago we have had sustainability at the forefront of everything we do. Its very important to us and colours everything we do as individuals and as a company. By partnering with Positive Luxury we are pushing this even further. We create a product which is able to be part of a circular economy and in that way we are very lucky. With commitment to this from everyone we can make the world a more hopeful place for our children and grandchildren.
JANE BEST AND STEPHEN EINHORN
CO-CREATIVE DIRECTORS AND FOUNDERS