Selected by Numéro: the jewelry designers you need to know about

by Louise Menard.

Publié le 9 april 2025. Modifié le 10 April 2025.

7 Contemporary jewelry designers you absolutely need to know

In recent years, a new wave of jewelry designers has emerged with innovative approaches and unique aesthetics. Hailing from cities like London, Paris, and Stockholm, these diverse talents bring a singular perspective to their craft—often inspired by disciplines such as architecture, art, literature, or nature. At times sculptural, playful, or symbolic, their pieces tell stories, challenge conventions, and bring a touch of magic to everyday life. Here are seven jewelry designers you need to watch.

Quentin Pontonnier, founder of Tant D’Avenir

In his studio near Place de la République, Quentin Pontonnier, who has headed the label  Tant D’Avenir  since 2017, spends his days shaping metal and sketching out unisex, voluminous, and minimalist jewelry—the very DNA of his brand. A passionate advocate for craftsmanship, Pontonnier blends gold with silver, diamonds, and gemstones, including transparent Ceylon moonstones, the highlight of his latest collection Workers. Drawing heavily from architecture, as well as fashion history, music, cinema, and sculpture, Quentin Pontonnier embraces a boundless, organic, and raw geometric aesthetic.

Our favorite piece? The WR1 gold ring—resembling a signet—is set with a stunning peridot at its center.

Tant D’Avenir jewelry is available at tantdavenir.com and at the boutique, 44 rue Albert Thomas, Paris 10th

Julia Bartsch, the designer who merges body and metal

“It’s very important that my pieces are as functional as they are desirable,” Julia Bartsch told us in an interview. For her, beyond their ornamental purpose, jewelry must adapt to the human body and almost fuse with it. Working exclusively with metal, Bartsch plays with contrasts—fluid curves versus the hardness of the material.

Our favorite piece? Not one but twelve solid silver rings, each unique, from her latest collection. A stunning display of the designer’s exceptional craftsmanship.

Her creations are available at juliabartsch.com.

Maria Nilsdotter, the designer with mystical inspirations

Since 2007, Swedish designer Maria Nilsdotter has mesmerized fans with her gothic, magical, and occasionally eerie creations inspired by fairy tales and mythology, where princesses clash with monsters. Entering her world feels like stepping into a vast cabinet of curiosities. Just recently, she unveiled a selection of her finest copper, white and yellow gold pieces adorned with pearls, diamonds, and gems at Printemps Haussmann in Paris. Rumor has it her next collection is already in the works—and promises to be dazzling.

Our favorite piece? A dragon skeleton pendant crafted from silver and pearls—perfect for adding edge to a sleek black dress.

Available at marianilsdotter.com.

Statement: Where fine jewelry meets Haute Joaillerie

After years at the prestigious Parisian house Chaumet, Amélie Huynh struck out on her own and launched Statement in 2019. Hovering between fine and high jewelry, her work is defined by one word: excellence. Focusing on diamonds, she creates pieces from recycled gold and silver that she sculpts and rhodium-plates into talismanic objects. With clear Art Deco influences, her designs are elegantly symmetrical.

Our favorite piece? A ring adorned with 86 diamonds encircling a blue tanzanite from the “Meaningful Beauties” collection.

Available at statement.paris and at the boutique, 1 rue du 29 Juillet, Paris 1st.

Pauline Bernard, creator of Imminent Fantasma’s poetic jewelry

“I want my jewelry to be a refuge,” confides Pauline Bernard, founder of Imminent Fantasma. A philosophy enthusiast trained at École Boulle and Les Arts Décoratifs, she initially pursued set design before falling in love with jewelry. Her early sketches of tiny arabesques and half-moons evolved into poetic collections—sun-shaped earrings, swirling necklaces—infused with symbolism.

Our favorite piece? The triple-curve Belharra hoops in 18-carat yellow gold, named after the legendary Basque wave—a creation true to Bernard’s soulful identity.

Available at imminentfantasma.com.

Louise Konrad’s crystal and silver jewelry

“Powerful, elegant, free, and fun” is how Swiss designer Louise Konrad describes her style. Inspired by all forms of art, from film to music to architecture, she has been crafting handmade silver jewelry in London since 2020. For her, jewelry is passion, introspection, and a way to share joy with the world.

Our favorite piece? The Lullaby ring—a silver structure inlaid with five heart-shaped synthetic pink sapphires.

Available at louisekonrad.com.

Colombe d’Humières’ dreamlike craftsmanship

If there’s one thing French designer Colombe d’Humières cherishes, it’s the value of craftsmanship. A Central Saint Martins alumna, she’s known for raw, spontaneous, yet intricately crafted dreamlike jewelry. Inspired by Art Nouveau and designer Victoire de Castellane, d’Humières quickly gained recognition, collaborating with fashion labels like Alphonse Maitrepierre and Lueder.

Our favorite pieces? Golden mini Tamagotchis set with upcycled semi-precious stones—made with Paolina Russo—and drawer, door, and window handles that blend abstraction with poetry.

Available at colombedhumieres.com.