Michel Vermandé grew up in Nancy, a city in North-East France, famous for the birth of the Art Nouveau movement and home to artists of the likes of August and Antoine Daum, Emile Galle and Louis Majorelle. Michel undertook his jewellery apprentiship in his hometown under the guidance of Paris trained designer-jeweller Bernard Buguet.Michel made a move half way around the world, arriving in Sydney, Australia in 1980 and immediately joined some of Sydney’s leading jewellery houses of the time. A few short years later, he established himself in rural New South Wales , opening his own boutique jewellery store in the beautiful Southern Highland where he has resided ever since.More recently, Michel worked as a master jeweller for one of the oldest and most exclusive jewellery companies in Australia, Fairfax and Roberts, under the direction of then Creative Director Lisa Rochfort.
Their working relations has endured and they are still closely associated as Michel produces exclusive pieces of jewellery for Lisa’s Rochfort Gallery based in North Sydney.Michel now works from his peaceful and creative studio in Bowral. His services to clients include:
- Jewellery designing
- Manufacturing
- Repairs
- Restorations
Blending modern manufacturing techniques with classic skills developed over a life time, Michel specialises in producing unique and individual jewellery pieces using the highest quality materials and gemstones. All work is fully guaranteed.Available for consultation by appointment.
Dreaming up your own unique custom jewellery design?
Here's our friendly guide to crafting your bespoke treasure from start to finish.
FIND INSPIRATION
It all begins with a spark of inspiration and creativity. Whether you have a clear vision or just a hint of an idea, we're here to help bring it to life. Don't worry about budget constraints; we're flexible and can work with any range.
SCHEDULE A CHAT
Arrange a meeting with Michel at his workshop or opt for a virtual chat. It's a relaxed opportunity to share your thoughts and begin shaping your dream piece.
DESIGN TOGETHER
During our meeting, we'll delve into your preferences, from metals to gemstones, and start sketching out initial designs. We'll also provide estimates and timelines, ensuring transparency every step of the way.
Explore our diverse selection of ethically sourced gemstones and certified diamonds. Can't find exactly what you're looking for? No problem. We'll track it down for you.
FINALIZE DESIGN & GET A QUOTE
Review the final designs and quotes. We're open to tweaks and adjustments until it's just right. Ready to proceed? Simply fill out our order form and submit a 50% deposit to kick off the creation process.
CRAFTING YOUR MASTERPIECE
Our skilled artisans get to work crafting your piece in our onsite workshop, infusing it with care and attention to detail.
UNVEIL YOUR TREASURE
Your bespoke creation is ready to be cherished. Pick it up in person or have it shipped to your doorstep. Need resizing? We've got you covered—complimentary resizing ensures a perfect fit every time.
