When I purchase jewelry, I like to choose classic, timeless pieces that will go with an assortment of outfits in my closet. This helps me avoid impulse purchases and choose higher quality pieces that could even become heirlooms.
It's important to consider the environmental and social impact jewelry pieces may have. Many of the metals, gems and diamonds are mined and contribute to toxic waste, violence, deforestation and biodiversity loss.
Planting Trees:
Dusa Jewelry is a One Tree Planted donor, which means they donate 1% of their yearly profits and plant trees around the world.
Sustainable Materials
Dusa Jewelry uses old jewelry and broken pieces of gold, as well as buying recycled gold grains.
Fair Trade:
Dusa creates fair trade products, which ensure the workers make a living wage and have safe working conditions. They work with a locally owned manufacturer in Tel Aviv to ensure both the quality of the jewelry and the lives of the people crafting it.
Green Studio Practices:
Dusa’s goal is to use green technology to power their studio. For now, they’re making moves to reduce their carbon footprint, like carbon off-setting their couriers and selling online which avoids construction expenses.
Handmade:
Dusa’s pieces are hand carved, cast and polished in their Center Tel Aviv workshop in Israel. They work with local jewelers to support traditional jewelry techniques and skills.