Our Journey
The Beginning
Founded in a historic Shanghai villa, our atelier began with a single handcrafted silver ring. The founder, a third-generation jeweler, set out to bridge traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design language.
First Collection
The debut collection launched to critical acclaim, featuring 24 pieces that explored the tension between geometric precision and organic natural forms. The collection sold out within 48 hours.
Craftsmanship Lab
Opened our dedicated craftsmanship lab in Jingdezhen, bringing together master artisans specializing in enamel work, metal forging, and stone setting under one roof.
Global Recognition
Featured in Vogue, Elle, and Harper's Bazaar. Expanded to serve customers across 30+ countries. Launched the membership program to build a closer community around our work.
The Next Chapter
Continuing to explore sustainable materials and avant-garde techniques. Our latest collection pushes the boundaries of what accessories can be — wearable art for the modern individual.
The Making Of
Discover the meticulous process behind each piece — where traditional techniques meet modern creativity.
Sketching & Design
Each design begins as hand-drawn sketches exploring form, proportion, and wearability. Multiple iterations are reviewed before a final design is selected for prototyping.
Wax Carving & Molding
Master carvers sculpt precise wax models by hand. These become the masters for our lost-wax casting process, capturing every detail exactly as intended.
Stone Setting
Our setters have an average of 15 years of experience. Each stone is placed by hand under magnification, with prongs meticulously shaped to secure the gem while maximizing its brilliance.
What We Stand For
Our principles guide every decision we make — from material sourcing to the final polish.
Handcrafted Excellence
Every piece passes through at least 12 pairs of artisan hands before reaching you. We believe in the irreplaceable quality of human touch — no mass production, ever.
Conscious Sourcing
We use recycled precious metals wherever possible and source gemstones exclusively from suppliers certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council. Packaging is 100% plastic-free and biodegradable.
Design Innovation
Our design team draws from architecture, nature, and contemporary art. We maintain an in-house prototyping studio where ideas are tested and refined before entering production.
Artisan Community
We partner with independent artisan workshops across China, providing fair wages, skill development programs, and preserving traditional techniques that have been passed down for generations.
Visit Our Studio
Our flagship atelier is located in the heart of Shanghai's former French Concession. We welcome visitors by appointment to experience our latest collections, watch artisans at work, and discuss custom commissions.
128 Wukang Road, Xuhui District
Shanghai, China 200031
Visits by appointment only — please contact us at studio@nocturne.com