Heading to Victorious this Bank Holiday weekend? Don’t forget to explore Market Way and check out some wonderful local businesses before heading to the Common Stage to party the night away! This year you’ll find Charlotte Cornelius Jewellery tucked away amongst the many stores; stand 19. Market Way seems to be growing in size and variety with the different vendors showcasing their wares every year. Finding the unique and high-quality jewellery of Charlotte Cornelius might be a little unusual for some, but when you take a closer look you’ll see it fits in with the surroundings.
After discovering Charlotte Cornelius at a market a few years ago, it’s been so exciting to see the business go from strength to strength and be embraced by the community. Before opening her shop on Castle Road and then relocating to a larger premises on Marmion Road, Charlotte worked from her home studio on Hayling Island. With a wealth of practical and professional experience, her business as an independent designer has been running for over 18 years. Gems are sourced ethically and from dealers who are part of the Kimberley Process as well as Charlotte welcoming the introduction of recycled and eco silver and gold within the jewellery world. The business also supports local charities “Off the Record” and “Five Talents”. Growing the business and building her team has enabled this creative company to flourish, continue producing quality pieces and keep, “… valuing every person who walks through the door.”
Inspired by her surroundings, the ready to wear collections include iconic seaside twists; Bella Onda, Bubbles and Seabirds being the three available online. She also has a thriving bespoke side to the business, reimagining heirlooms and sentimental pieces of jewellery or creating something entirely new for a special occasion. With their on-site workshop and goldsmith, it’s a very personal and hands-on service. You can enquire online at Charlotte Cornelius, pop in store on Marmion Road or see the team at Victorious Festival to experience their friendly and expert service first-hand.
To celebrate their debut at the festival, Charlotte Cornelius is creating a one-off piece from their Seabird collection for one lucky person to WIN. The necklace is a stunning platinum and diamond piece worth £3,500. All you have to do? Go along to their stand, say “Hi” and enter the free competition to be in with a chance of a winning a gorgeous piece of jewellery that will last a lifetime.
Don’t forget to follow Charlotte Cornelius Jewellery on Facebook and Instagram to see behind the scenes of the competition piece and keep updated with the latest news.
By Danny Alexander
Images by Charlotte Cornelius
