HOW WE GOT STARTED

The Elk & Bloom Story

From lockdown hobby to a jewellery community and our commitment to designing everyday beautiful jewellery that's waterproof, tarnish free and hypoallergenic.

A mix that we've always felt so strongly about.

EST. 2020

Why we started

From The Founder, Dominique

"I couldn't wear jewellery"

I grew up adoring jewellery.

Obsessing, really. Though it wasn’t the beauty of the jewellery that inspired me, but with the fact I never wanted to remove it – it was an extension of myself, my personality, and the way it could make me feel in a moment.

But I had the most sensitive skin & an intolerance to most brands, which meant that wearing jewellery was impossible.

So, in 2020, Elk & Bloom was born, through somewhat of a lockdown hobby, created to design jewellery I could actually wear. And as we've grown, I've found I wasn't the only one searching for a beautiful, high quality jewellery that’s hypoallergenic, life-proof and yet, still affordable. A mix that I've always felt so strongly about.

Waterproof

Lifeproof jewellery ready to keep up with your everyday life

Hypoallergenic

Jewellery that doesn't cause irritation, so you never have to take it off

Tarnish Free

High quality, yet affordable jewellery that doesn't fade or dull

Reshaping the industry

"The whole industry felt broken"

I remember searching for jewellery before E&B, and always coming up short on three main problems:

Irritation, everyday beautiful durability, and at a price that was affordable.

Three initiatives, that as I found out, just wasn't available in a single piece of jewellery. It just didn’t exist.

And it became so clear that there was this huge gap in the market for jewellery with a beautiful aesthetic, made from hypoallergenic, high quality and essentially life-proof materials, at an attainable price point.

EST. 2020

Behind the brand

Everyday Essentials

TARNISH FREE | HYPOALLERGENIC | WATERPROOF

"Elk & Bloom is accessible to everyone, not only those with sensitive skin needs, but also for those who wear their jewellery on repeat, & don’t want to remove it for the gym, shower, sleeping or travelling"

EST. 2020

Our values

The growth story

"We found our community"

I know we didn't invent jewellery, but we did create a product that solves the top three problems in the jewellery industry. Something I'm really proud of.

And in doing so, we found our community - likeminded jewellery lovers that want more from their jewellery.

I also found that we shared the same values about wanting to wear our jewellery whilst swimming, sleeping, exercising, and actually, never needing to take it off. Because wearing it is more so about it being an extension of ourselves, and a feeling of what the jewellery means to us, than just the beautiful aesthetic of it all.

Customer testimonials

Courtney

★★★★★

"I love this necklace so much, I even ended up ordering more items only a few days after this item arrived including a stunning ring!"

Chloe

★★★★★

"E&B is my go-to for new jewellery. I've worn my sterling silver gold plated necklaces everyday for a year now and they still look like new!"

Paige

★★★★★

"Love my new earrings! I messaged about trying to find the right necklace & got a super quick great response back! Def buying from again!!"

Frequently asked questions

What is Elk & Bloom made from?

Only the highest quality materials.

What sets us apart from other brands is not just the high quality gold top layer(for the gold items), but the base layer that really makes the difference. Many brands will use a low quality core metal, such as brass, nickel, or copper, whereas we use a very high grade sterling silver or 316L stainless steel. This means that you will always have a high quality item, and even if your skin is super sensitive (us too, girl!), you won't experience irritation that's associated with the lower grade metals.

Is Elk & Bloom jewellery plated?

Our plating process is what sets us apart from other brands.

Starting with a sterling silver base metal, we use a gold coating called Physical Vapour Deposition ('PVD' - this is the same kind of plating on door handles and door knobs - super hardwearing!), which is it's 10x stronger than traditional gold-plated jewellery and it's also much more eco-friendly too.

We also use 30 times more gold than the standard plating techniques - making our collection much closer to solid gold pieces, but still at an affordable price.

Following this, (and here's the what makes us really different) we finish the jewellery with an coating layer - which is the same process that's used after cars are painted. This further protects our jewellery from any scratches, or damage from everyday wear and tarnish.

Is there a money back guarantee?

Our 100% money-back guarantee comes with hassle free returns, or exchanges!

Whilst we really hope you love your new Elk & Bloom jewellery as much as we do, we understand you might change your mind - & in case you do, we always offer a 100% money-back guarantee - with hassle-free returns & quick refunds.

For more information on how this works, visit our Returns & Refunds Policy.

Does Elk & Bloom offer worldwide shipping & easy returns?

Elk & Bloom ships worldwide, and we also offer hassle-free returns or exchanges.

All our domestic & international orders come with standard shipping, to anywhere in the world, & can be upgraded at checkout for express or tracked services. For more information on how this works, visit our Shipping Policy.

Orders are also backed by our 100% money-back guarantee - with hassle-free returns & quick refunds. For more information on how this works, visit our Returns & Refunds Policy.

Why we do what we do
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Curating a collection

Jewellery means everything to me because I think it does more than any other item, it's the one item we're always using; it becomes an extension of ourselves.

And what I mean by that, is that at the end of a long day, we leave work, put our bag down, take our make up off, remove our work clothes, and get into bed. The one item we never take off? It's our jewellery.

And this single item inspires and empowers, brings back memories and has the power to create new moments. Something no other accessory is able to do.

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Our customer stories

We wouldn't and couldn't do what we do without our lovely customers. Our customer stories mean the world to us, and with you by our side, Elk & Bloom has been taken on quite a journey.

We've walked down the aisle, been gifted, flown to tiny Maldivian islands, made it to the North Pole, taken on dinner dates, proposed with... & through our thousands of 5 star reviews, we really feel like we've been with you the whole way!

To see our lovely reviews, visit our Reviews & Testimonials.

Why we do what we do
Rating of 1 means .
Rating of 4 means .
The rating of this product for "" is 2.

Curating a collection

Jewellery means everything to me because I think it does more than any other item, it's the one item we're always using; it becomes an extension of ourselves.

And what I mean by that, is that at the end of a long day, we leave work, put our bag down, take our make up off, remove our work clothes, and get into bed. The one item we never take off? It's our jewellery.

And this single item inspires and empowers, brings back memories and has the power to create new moments. Something no other accessory is able to do.

Rating of 1 means .
Rating of 4 means .
The rating of this product for "" is 4.

Our customer stories

We wouldn't and couldn't do what we do without our lovely customers. Our customer stories mean the world to us, and with you by our side, Elk & Bloom has been taken on quite a journey.

We've walked down the aisle, been gifted, flown to tiny Maldivian islands, made it to the North Pole, taken on dinner dates, proposed with... & through our thousands of 5 star reviews, we really feel like we've been with you the whole way!

To see our lovely reviews, visit our Reviews & Testimonials.

Frequently asked questions

Is Elk & Bloom recycled & sustainable?

An end-to-end recycling and sustainability standard.

At Elk & Bloom - we recognise that 100% sustainable jewellery doesn't exist, & we take an honest approach to our manufacturing & supply chains.

We also take pride in using recycled packaging and materials, as well as offsetting our carbon footprint by partnering with various platforms & ensuring that our supply chains and manufacturing partners are fully regulated with up to date and verified industry standards that meet recycling and sustainability standards.

Where does Elk & Bloom make their jewellery?

We have fully regulated supply chains & manufacturing partners.

At Elk & Bloom - working with suppliers is an extension of our business. We, therefore, take great pride in making sure that all of our channel partners, manufacturing & supply chains, as well as anyone else involved in our product production, are audited and approved to meet current regulation standards.

During this process, we utilise leading industry bodies to ensure fair-trade, and ethical working, as well as high quality materials, and safe and satisfactory conditions are met.

What is Elk & Bloom's fairtrade & happy workers policy?

An approved and audited process.

As part of our business, we work with a variety of highly skilled partners & trades, and as part of this - we are happy to make sure that all of our channel partners, manufacturing & supply chains, as well as anyone else involved in our product production are audited and approved to meet current regulation standards

During this process, we utilise leading industry bodies to ensure fairtrade, and ethical working, as well as high quality materials, and safe and satisfactory conditions are met

What happens to old or broken Elk & Bloom stock?

A circular trade & renewed future.

Every brand has items that are either, not fit for sale, samples, or get damaged before meeting the end consumer. At Elk & Bloom, alongside our recyclability pledge and commitment to sustainability - we ensure that 100% of our deadstock is recycled and upcycled either back into the supply chain, or into new designs. Thereby reducing our carbon footprint & waste material - as well as reducing the amount of new metals needed for the jewellery market.

You asked for...

"I need hypoallergenic, irritation free jewellery"

Accessible to everyone, safe for sensitive ears and skin, and 100% nickel and allergy free.

Our jewellery is hypoallergenic, will never cause green marks, & will always make your skin and ears happy. This is because we only use the highest quality gold, sterling silver & 316L stainless steel in our designs.

We're so confident in our jewellery, that we offer a 100% money back guarantee - no questions asked.

You asked for...

"I need long lasting, waterproof jewellery"

We're all different. That's why we created a collection as unique and beautiful as you are. Ready for any every moment - whether that's by the beach, in the gym, swimming, showering, or simply... just sleeping.

We're here to make golden hour last every hour, so you never have to take your jewellery off - and you can update it as often, or as little, as you'd like.

You asked for...

"I need tarnish-free jewellery that's affordable"

Designed to be worn on repeat.

There's simplicity in luxury - whether that's a chunky gold chain, or a layered silver stack, you need jewellery that never tarnishes, fades, dulls, or turns your fingers green.

We think that shouldn't have to cost the Earth & feeling fabulous & creating beautiful moments should be affordable for everyone.

From our customers

Amber

★★★★★

"I am in love with my pieces from Elk & Bloom!

Especially the simple statement pieces that make any outfit special!"

Billie

★★★★★

"For my wedding day, I was wanting something my daughter could wear so she could match me. I also hope it's my daughters something old when she gets married!"

Holly

★★★★★

"My husband game me three of your necklaces as an anniversary gift and I love them!

I wear them everyday! xx"