In short, handmade jewellery often results in pieces of higher quality, with more time and attention put into each piece, instead of mass-produced products which are often churned out of factories. But there are so many more reasons why you should avoid 'big brand' jewellery; here are just a few:
😬 It won't last
The majority of jewellery sold by big brands is silver plated. This will wear after a while, especially if you keep them worn in the shower or when washing your hands every day.
Even a lot of the factory made jewellery that is solid silver is designed to be light weight to save on costs, which means it'll be less sturdy and durable over time.
⚒️ Quality and care
Being mass produced, most of the "big brand" jewellery is often drop shipped and churned out by factories. Less care is taken in the making process, and this can also carry onto the customer service, where your purchase is just seen as another order number, unlike the care taken with a smaller handmade jeweller.
To us each order makes a difference, and we show our appreciation in the quality of service and craft that we provide 🤝 (at an affordable price if you go with us ;))
☝️ It's all the same
Alongside the last point, being mass produced means most of the designs across high street jewellers and big online stores are exactly the same. If you go direct to the jeweller or to a handcrafted brand you'll find pieces that stand out, and even one offs that no one else will ever have 🖤
Rest assured that at Silver Hollow Jewellery we handcraft and finish our pieces with care. If you have any questions we're always here to help!
Shop online today to browse some of our handmade, unique and sustainable jewellery!