• Gold filled

14K gold filled is a jewellery-making technique that originated in the United States. It can be literally translated as "filled gold" in French. It is the thickest form of gilding.

By combining pressure and heat, the gold filled manufacturing technique consists of covering a brass base with a solid layer of 14-karat gold. Thus, gold filled generally contains 50 to 100 times more gold than a "gold-plated" piece of jewellery.

The vast majority of our gold-filled components use recycled gold.

Water-resistant, gold-filled jewellery combines durability and quality. It will last much longer than classic gilding if properly cared for.

Gold filled has several advantages:

• It is a high-quality and economical alternative to solid gold.
• It is much more durable than most other gilding like gold plating: gold-filled jewellery and accessories can be worn every day.
• It is hypoallergenic.
• Water-resistant, you can swim or shower with your jewellery without fear of deterioration.
• It is easy to clean: apply a dab of toothpaste to your jewellery, rub for a few seconds with your fingers or a soft toothbrush, then rinse with cold water. Dry the jewellery with a soft cloth.

Origin: United States

• 925 sterling silver

Sterling silver is a precious alloy widely used in jewellery due to its many advantages. Globally recognised, it is the standard for labelling a piece of jewellery as "silver." 925 sterling silver is made from pure silver, with other metals, particularly copper or zinc, added.

The number 925 means that this alloy is composed of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% of another metal.

Solid and durable, it is also hypoallergenic, and just like gold filled, you can clean it with a dab of toothpaste.

Origin: Europe

All our jewellery is then embellished with natural and durable materials.

• Mother-of-pearl

Mother-of-pearl is an organic material with iridescent reflections from the inner lining of certain shells. Both strong, durable, and aesthetic, it is timeless and elegant.

Origin: Asia

• Freshwater pearl

At Camille Colette Studio, we use cultured pearls. Pearls are formed by the presence of a foreign element in the shell, which then secretes mother-of-pearl to protect itself. Pearls are a work of nature, so their shape is random, and it is very rare for them to be perfectly round. This is what makes each of our pieces so unique: every pearl, every stone has its own appearance.

We are fans of these pearls, which add a chic touch to all our looks.

Origin: Asia

• Sea bamboo

Sea bamboo is a marine plant of plant origin, dyed red, it looks exactly like coral. Today, coral is a protected marine species, and sea bamboo is the best environmentally friendly alternative we have found for colourful, sea-inspired jewellery.

According to belief, this mineral of organic origin, like coral, is soothing and protects its wearer against stress and fears. Sea bamboo also helps to combat panic attacks and emotional conflict situations. Physically, sea bamboo is said to regulate blood circulation and improve healing. It is believed to strengthen bones and reduce fractures and rheumatism.

Origin: Asia

• Natural stones

Gemologists use the terms "precious, semi-precious, and ornamental" to classify natural stones according to their exploitable quantity.

"Semi-precious" stones are available in greater quantities than precious stones. They come in several colours, sizes, and shapes. They are divided into two subcategories: fine stones, in the form of transparent gems generally of crystalline origin (amethyst, citrine...) and ornamental stones, which are more decorative, translucent to opaque gems (lapis lazuli...).

Origin: Asia (India or China)

- Rhodonite

From the Greek "rhodon" meaning "rose," rhodonite is a pink stone with cloudy inclusions. Soothing and protective, rhodonite is offered, in some traditions, as a gift to express friendship. In lithotherapy, one of rhodonite's main properties is to regulate blood circulation in the body. It is also excellent for students during exam periods, to combat stress... It protects against negativity.

- Amethyst

The term amethyst is said to come from the Greek a-methustos ("without" - "being drunk") because of its colour evoking wine mixed with water. It is a violet variety of quartz. It is a gemstone whose colour oscillates between light violet and dark violet, with an intensity that varies, sometimes within the same stone. In lithotherapy, it is one of the most powerful stones for protecting against negative energies. It is used to combat fears, stress... and generally to help with letting go. It has a purifying function. It promotes soothing and calmness.

- Amazonite

Amazonite is a stone with shades from greenish-blue to light turquoise, opaque to translucent. It is named in reference to the place of its first discovery, the Amazon River. The stone's colour is reminiscent of tropical water. Amazonite is a positive stone; it brings joy, allows one to take certain daily situations less seriously, and to put things into perspective.

- Quartz

Among the large families of minerals used in jewellery, quartz is one of the best known. Generally colourless, it can take on many shades. Rose quartz, used for our jewellery, is a gentle and loving stone. It helps to release tension, and to forgive others to find peace with oneself.

- Aventurine

Aventurine is a beautiful, slightly translucent green stone. This light green stone often has fine inclusions of fuchsite. Its name comes from the Italian "per aventura" which means "at random" because of the haphazard arrangement of the fuchsite and copper flakes that compose it. In lithotherapy, one of aventurine's main powers is to soothe the mind and body. It clears negative thoughts and strengthens self-control. An excellent stone for inner peace, it also promotes open-mindedness.

- Lapis Lazuli

Used for millennia to create art objects and sacred works, lapis lazuli is a luxury crystal. It is for its intense and vibrant colour that lapis lazuli bears this name. In lithotherapy, this stone clarifies the mind. A communication stone, it facilitates exchanges and openness to feelings. It promotes friendly and romantic relationships and self-confidence. Associated with the element of water, it symbolises calm and helps emotional healing.

- Citrine

Citrine is a pale yellow, sometimes golden yellow, stone with a translucent lustre. It is a variety of quartz; it is sometimes also called "lemon" quartz. Its name comes from the Latin "citrus" which means "lemon" in reference to its yellow colour. In lithotherapy, citrine is a stone of joy and abundance; it has the property of warming the mind and body. Positive, it radiates joy and good humour. It helps to find inner peace, dispels fatigue, and aids concentration. Yellow quartz is also a protective stone that has the power to ward off negative influences, illness, nervousness...

• Glass

We know its many properties, its use in multiple fields (tableware, building, laboratory, astronomy...) but we sometimes forget that, in its most primitive form, it was first used for ornament, adornment, and embellishment. Due to its constitution, some people attribute vibratory and energetic properties to it. Waterproof, solid, durable, glass has incredible longevity: a quality glass bead will accompany you throughout your life and beyond. Its smooth structure is hypoallergenic and easy to maintain.