Atelier18
Atelier18 makes the kind of earrings that get noticed: sunburst drops, beaded gold hoops, tiny puffy hearts and midi hoops hung with star charms. Each piece is sterling silver coated in 18ct gold to a triple micron thickness, so the colour is warm and the base is solid silver rather than brass.
Many designs draw on Jaipur, from the latticed Jali earrings inspired by the city's carved stonework to the Amara drops, handcrafted there with tiny hand-faceted stones. We buy in small batches and never restock. Explore the rest of our jewellery or visit us on Pontcanna Street.
Atelier18 Jewellery at Kiti
Atelier18 brings a bit of sunshine to our jewellery cabinet. The collection is mostly earrings, from studs small enough for a third piercing to statement drops that do all the work with a plain knit or a white shirt. There is also a single, very wearable necklace in the edit, the Emerald Eternity.
What we like most is the balance. The designs are playful, with smiley faces, bows and stars, but the materials and finish are taken seriously.
Sterling Silver Coated in 18ct Gold
Every Atelier18 piece starts as sterling silver, which is then coated in 18ct gold to a triple micron thickness. That is a heavier layer than a quick flash of gold, and a silver base rather than brass underneath. Atelier18 describes its jewellery as hardwearing and suitable for sensitive skin.
A note on stones: the Emerald pieces use emerald coloured zirconia, which gives a vivid green and plenty of sparkle. They are not precious emeralds, and are priced accordingly.
Atelier18 Earrings
Statement drops
The Greco Sun earrings measure 40mm across and catch the light from every angle, while the Emerald Sunburst earrings are slightly smaller at 30mm with an emerald coloured centre stone. The Tumble Leaf earrings are feather-light gold leaves at 35mm, and the Jali drops, 50mm tall, borrow their lattice from Jaipur's carved stone screens.
Hand-faceted Amara earrings
The Amara earrings are handcrafted in a studio in Jaipur, with every tiny stone faceted by hand. The teardrop hangs from a pivot so it moves as you do, which makes them a lovely choice for weddings and evenings out.
Hoops
The Beaded Gold Hoops are simple and striking at 20mm. The midi hoops come in at 12.5mm in rainbow and emerald stone versions, each finished with Astra star charms. If you prefer something that sits closer to the lobe, our earrings edit also includes huggies from Talis Chains.
Studs for every piercing
For a curated ear, the Golden Bow studs, the Zirconia Smile studs at 10mm and the Puffy Heart studs at just 4mm are perfect for second and third piercings. Mix one statement drop with two tiny studs and you are done.
The Emerald Eternity Necklace
Atelier18's Emerald Eternity necklace sets bright emerald coloured zirconia stones into a 15mm circle, hung on a short 38cm chain with a 5cm extension. It sits at the collarbone, so it layers neatly under longer chains from By Alona or with a charm from Coluri.
Caring for Gold Coated Silver
- Take earrings out before showering, swimming or exercising
- Keep perfume and hairspray away from the gold
- Store pairs separately so stones and hoops do not scratch
- Wipe with a soft, dry cloth after wearing
Come and try Atelier18 at our Pontcanna Street shop in Cardiff, where we can help you plan an ear stack. Pieces are bought in small batches and never restocked.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atelier18 jewellery made of?
Atelier18 jewellery is sterling silver coated in 18ct gold to a triple micron thickness. Some designs are set with zirconia stones, including the emerald coloured zirconia used on the Emerald pieces.
Are Atelier18 emerald earrings real emeralds?
No. The Emerald designs use emerald coloured zirconia, which gives a vivid green with plenty of sparkle at an accessible price.
Where is Atelier18 jewellery made?
Atelier18 has strong ties to Jaipur in India. The Amara earrings, for example, are handcrafted in a Jaipur studio with each tiny stone faceted by hand, and the Jali earrings are inspired by the city's carved stonework.
Are Atelier18 earrings suitable for sensitive ears?
Atelier18 pieces have a sterling silver base rather than brass, and the brand describes its jewellery as suitable for sensitive skin. If you react to particular metals, we are happy to talk through the materials in store.
What size are Atelier18 midi hoops?
The Atelier18 midi hoops measure 12.5mm, and the Beaded Gold Hoops measure 20mm in diameter.
Where can I buy Atelier18 jewellery in the UK?
We stock Atelier18 at Kiti, our boutique on Pontcanna Street in Cardiff, and online. Pieces are bought in small batches and are not restocked once sold.
