Sophie Harley

Sophie Harley is a British jewellery designer. She is known for designs incorporating charms and a mixture of silver, gold and precious stones.

Background

She obtained an MA in 'goldsmithing and jewellery design' from London's Royal College of Art in 1989.[1]

Career

In 2002 Harley was commissioned by DeBeers to create a brooch to be awarded to the trainer of the winning horse in the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Diamond Day stakes at Royal Ascot by Queen Elizabeth II.[2] She has produced jewellery for the James Bond films Casino Royale and Quantum of Solace.[3] In 2013 Sophie Harley won 'UK Jewellery Designer of the Year'.[4]

Collectors

Clients include Kate Beckinsale, Naomi Campbell, Judi Dench, Colin Firth, Jerry Hall, and Joss Stone.[5]

References
  1. "Designer Showcase, profile: Sophie Harley".
  2. "sophieharley.com". Retrieved 7 March 2014.
  3. Fellowes, Jessica. "Necklace with a Starring Role". Telegraph.co.uk. Retrieved 7 March 2014.
  4. "UK Jewellery Awards".
  5. "sophieharley.com".
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