The Jewellery Business Podcast that goes behind the scenes with real designers who tell it like it is…
The GoldDust Podcast
The GoldDust Podcast is a series of open conversations exploring what it really takes to build a successful jewellery business today. I chat candidly with independent jewellery designers and industry experts who share the steps they took to grow their business - from what really made a difference, what they wish they’d not worried about, and what they’d do differently today - all whilst sharing some nuggets of ‘goldust’ to jewellery designers starting out along the way.
If you are building an independent jewellery brand, these conversations will help you understand what actually moves a business forward, giving you practical insights, real examples and the kind of honest industry perspective that is rarely shared publicly.
The Jewellery Business Podcast
FROM SHARED BENCH TO PRIME RETAIL IN LONDON: WHY COMMERCIALITY IS KEY TO GROWTH
Rachel Boston has become one of the most sought-after engagement ring designers in London by striking a balance that many jewellers aim for but few achieve: work that feels timeless and familiar, yet still distinctive and recognisably her own.
In this conversation, we explore how Rachel grew her business organically (with no investment!) over more than a decade, evolving from early designer-maker beginnings and trade shows to a refined East London showroom with a strong waiting list for bespoke commissions.
We discuss the turning points that shaped her brand, including the decision to focus on bridal, the importance of carrying a clear signature style through every collection, and the realities of opening and sustaining a physical retail space in one of the most competitive luxury markets in the world.
A thoughtful conversation about ambition, risk-taking, and the long-term value of developing a clear point of view in a crowded market.
THE FINE JEWELLERY PIONEER WHO BUILT A CAREER ON IMPERFECTION
In this episode of the GoldDust Podcast, I’m joined by Polly Wales, a true pioneer in contemporary fine jewellery who built her career by challenging many of the traditional rules of the craft.
Known for her cast-in-place gemstone technique, Polly creates pieces that are intentionally organic, unpredictable, and completely unique. We talk about how this unconventional approach first developed, why she never felt entirely at home within the traditional fine jewellery world, and how embracing imperfection became the foundation of her work.
We also discuss the pivotal moment when Polly took the huge step of moving her entire business from the countryside of the UK to Los Angeles, a decision that transformed the trajectory of her brand and helped her find an audience that truly connected with her work.
For independent jewellers, this conversation offers an honest look at creative risk, originality, and what can happen when you build a jewellery career by doing things differently.
THE REALITIES OF BEING A FOUNDER LED JEWELLERY BRAND
What really happens when you're the name behind the brand?
Jewellery designer Hannah Martin joins the GoldDust Podcast to discuss the realities of building a career in fine jewellery with her bold, sexy, sculptural designs.
We talk about how she grew her one-woman brand from Central St Martin's graduate to a 3 story East London showroom over the last 20 years. From the pressures of being the name behind the brand, trying stuff that doesn't work, and designing jewellery that isn't for everyone, to the decisions she made that changed everything.
Hannah also shares insights on creative conviction, the power of building a community - if you haven't been to one of her legendary parties you need to - and what it really takes to grow a jewellery business that stands the test of time.
With clients ranging from Rhianna to Zaha Hadid, Hannah Martin is one of the rare fine jewellery success stories where the work remains truly unique, undiluted, and uncompromised.