- by Deema Yanni Maat
- 01/10/2025
- Jewellery Education
💚 What “Ethically Sourced” Actually Means in Jewelry (No Greenwashing Here, Bestie)
Okay, real talk: we all want to look cute and have a clean conscience, right? 💅✨ But when every brand is out here screaming “sustainable!” “ethical!” “eco-friendly!” — it’s giving… ✨marketing buzzword✨ more than actual substance.
So let’s break it down Deema & Co style—no fluff, no jargon. Just sparkle and the truth. 💚
Wait... What Does “Ethically Sourced” Even Mean? 🤨
In the world of jewelry, “ethically sourced” means the materials (like metals, gemstones, and labor) are:
✅ Mined or made without harming people (no shady working conditions, thanks)
✅ Extracted with minimal harm to the environment
✅ Traded fairly, so everyone involved is paid properly and treated right
Basically: no child labor, no sketchy supply chains, and no planet-wrecking chaos. Just good vibes and gorgeous pieces. 🌍✨
💼 First Things First: No Child Labour. Period.
This shouldn’t even be a selling point — it should be the bare minimum. But sadly, that’s not always the case in the global jewelry scene.
At Deema & Co, we’ve made it our mission to partner only with manufacturers who are certified to international standards and uphold serious workplace ethics.
We’re talking:
✅ Zero child labour ✅ Safe working conditions ✅ Fair wages ✅ Skilled adult artisans who know their craft better than we know our FYP scroll routine
🧾 Our Craftsmen Are Certified, Baby! 🛠️
Every piece of D&Co magic you wear is handcrafted by certified artisans who work in ISO-compliant facilities. That means their workplace meets:
✨ ISO Quality Management Standards ✨ Workplace safety & health regulations ✨ Environmental responsibility practices
In short? They don’t just make jewelry. They engineer tiny wearable masterpieces — responsibly, consciously, beautifully.
🌍 Sustainability Isn’t Just a Buzzword
We’re all about that slow-fashion sparkle. That means:
🌱 Long-lasting, quality materials (hello, stainless steel supremacy!)
♻️ Low-waste packaging
⛏️ Responsibly sourced metals & stones
🧼 Ethical production from start to slay
Fast fashion jewelry might be cheaper — but at what cost? Our pieces are made to last years, not weeks. And your conscience will feel just as clean as your ears.
Why You Should Care (Besides Being a Good Human) 🧠💅
Look, if your jewelry is harming communities or trashing the earth, that “shine” comes at a dark price. No one wants a ✨bad energy bracelet✨. Period.
When you wear ethically sourced jewelry:
💖 You’re supporting better wages + safer jobs 🌱 You reduce your footprint on Mother Earth 🌸 You actually feel good wearing it (and not in a “fake deep” way)
It’s called sparkle with purpose, babes.
Here’s what to look for:
🔍 Material transparency – Is the brand open about where their metals/stones come from? 🔍 Stainless steel or lab-grown stones? Big win. These are often more sustainable. 🔍 Small batch production – Less waste, more intention. 🔍 They tell the real story – Not just “we care” vibes. Give us the receipts, bestie.
BTW: Yes, we do all that at Deema & Co 💅
Ethical sourcing is part of our DNA—not just a trend we slapped on a tagline.
But How Can You Tell If It’s Really Ethical? 🕵️♀️

What We Do at Deema & Co 💚
We’re not here to greenwash. We’re a small, independent brand doing things with intention.
✨ Most of our jewelry is crafted from recycled stainless steel – aka durable, skin-safe, and low impact. ✨ We work in small, woman-led workshops – no mass production chaos. ✨ Our collections are made to last – because fast fashion is out and intentional styling is in. ✨ And we’re always working to improve – ethical fashion is a journey, not a one-time claim.
So… Can Jewelry Really Be Cute AND Conscious?

Absolutely. Exhibit A: everything on deemaandco.com.
We believe in sparkles that empower—not exploit. Whether you’re rocking your North Star affirmation necklace or that drama queen of a brooch, you can slay and support people + planet too. 💁♀️🌍
TL;DR: Ethically Sourced Means:
❤️ No bad vibes in the supply chain 🌱 Minimal impact on the earth 💪 Fair wages and safe working conditions 💎 Jewelry you can feel good about—on your skin and your soul
Ready to glow guilt-free? Tap in to our collections that look good, feel good, and do good: 👉 Shop Ethically Made Jewelry
And remember—the real flex is conscious bling. 💚💎 Stay sparkly, stay kind.