Guide to the best jewellery shops in London

Tatty Devine is where you go when you’re looking for jewellery you can’t find anywhere else. Their style is totally unique; think hand-crafted, statement pieces that have been designed in-house. The small in-house team often collaborates with artists, designers and charities to create fun, colourful pieces.

Grays Antiques and vintage is the place to go for fine jewellery, watches, gemstones, and anything vintage. It’s been around since the ‘70s and is a favourite amongst London antique enthusiasts. You’ll find more than 200 dealers trading everything from vintage clothing to toys and books.

There’s nothing more London than pigeon-themed jewellery, which is precisely what Tessa Metcalfe bases her designs on. This independent jeweller creates unique bird-inspired rings, necklaces, earrings and more, which are then sold online or in her stylish jewellers in Farringdon.

The WeAreArrow studio and shop is located on the renowned Columbia Road in East London. They make and sell a collection of tiny treasures, all ethically produced using responsibly sourced materials. Everything is designed and made in the East End studio.

At Maya Magal, they believe everyone deserves the opportunity to wear a timeless diamond, so they have set out to “democratise diamonds” and make luxury jewellery accessible to all. Everything is made-to-order, which adds to its unique feeling. They specialise in ethical practices, using recycled materials to ensure that they focus on an environmentally friendly way of working.

The first piece of jewellery Solange Azagury-Partridge designed was her engagement ring back in 1987. Not long after, she began designing and creating unique pieces from the comfort of her kitchen. She has since grown into a renowned British designer and is a big name within the jewellery industry.

The jewellery at Jessica de Lotz is inspired by her late father, who worked as an antiquarian book dealer. If you have a pre-loved piece of jewellery you want to restore or create into something new, take it along to Jessica on North London’s trendy Fortress Road, where she’ll give it a new lease of life.

All of the jewellery made by Alex Monroe is a nod to his nature-filled childhood when he grew up in the ‘70s Suffolk countryside. The original shop is located in London Bridge, but the flagship store is in Covent Garden. Think bracelets adorned with gold florals and wildlife-themed pieces.

It’s all about beautiful bespoke pieces at EC One, who have almost 25 years of experience in hand-making jewellery in London. They’re the first B-Corp-certified workshop in the UK, and they use recycled gold and platinum to create one-off pieces and restore pre-loved jewellery.

The Wearer on Islington's buzzy Upper Street specialises in jewellery with personality, meaning they strive to perfectly match stunning pieces with the personalities of their consumer. If you're not quite sure what you're after, then someone will be on hand to help you find something that you'll never tire of. They work closely with designers and small brands to create everything from scratch, whilst encouraging the personality of each artist to shine through in each design.

When you hear the name Tiffany, it's likely an image of a little blue box appears in your mind. The renowned jewellery brand has been creating timeless classic pieces for decades, from diamond engagement rings and heart-shaped pendants to children's accessories. Pop along to any of their London stores or use their website to browse everything easily in one place.

Van Cleef & Arpels have been dressing celebrities and the elite in their diamonds for many years, including American heiress Barbara Hutton, American socialite Florence Jay Gould and The Duchess of Windsor Wallis Simpson. They specialise in timeless bracelets, necklaces, rings, haute couture jewellery and handmade watches.

Astteria in Mayfair is dedicated to creating beautiful and exquisite diamond and gemstone jewellery, defining luxury and elegance through the breath-taking pieces in its collection. They can also work with you to design the custom pieces of your dreams. Appraisal, trade-in, resizing, and diamond upgrading services are available as well.

Established in London in 1972, The Great Frog offers unique fine jewellery with a distinctive rock 'n' roll style. Jewellery, accessories, and eyewear for men and women are available from these family-run stores. This is jewellery that really does stand out. Famous names to have sported the brand include Lemmy and Harry Styles.

Lewis Malka, a distinguished engagement ring designer and jewellery expert with over three decades of experience, operates in London's Hatton Garden. His expertise lies in creating bespoke, exquisite pieces that embody enduring love, designed in harmony with your vision. The store offers a variety of custom-made jewellery including wedding rings, earrings, bracelets, and necklaces, and also features an impressive collection of vintage Rolex watches for men.

Stanley James Jewellery in Kentish Town has decades of experience. You'll find new and vintage jewellery and watches from some of the world's finest brands here, and the store also offers bespoke design services. Gold, silver, diamond, and gemstone jewellery is sold here, and the store can also carry out repairs and buy unwanted jewellery from you.

Royal Exchange Jewellers is a watch and jewellery specialist located in the Royal Exchange. This store can craft bespoke jewellery that matches your style flawlessly and sells pre-owned pieces from some of the world's leading brands. The store stocks an extensive range of pieces for all tastes and occasions and also offers repair work.