Claire English is a contemporary jewellery designer working from Lewes, a picturesque castle town in the Sussex downs. Claire's dog Alban likes living in Sussex because of the big natural open spaces for him to roam. The Special Jewellery Company is the realisation of Claire's dream to establish an unmistakably English luxury fashion jewellery brand.

Claire's first career as a fashion model, took her to live in London and then around the world. After several years of city life and foreign travel Claire changed direction, and started an arts education at Camberwell University of the Arts. Claire displayed a flair for combining and styling unusual elements into unique wearable works of art. Next Claire pursued a training in craft skills at Falmouth University of the Arts. Her talent for jewellery design was recognised and she gained a first class honors degree. Claire's Special Jewellery Company is the combination of contemporary design and traditional craft skills.

Claire combines her interest in curios, collage and fine craftsmanship with a witty, irreverent and playful design philosophy. Claire's desire to make beautiful ever lasting jewellery is a response to the hectic, disposable and at times superficial nature of contemporary culture. Claire's whimsical designs are informed by her insatiable interest in the narrative potential of the objects that surround us. Inspiration has also been drawn from the Dada and Surrealist movements of the early 20th Century. Claire has a magpies propensity for gathering themes and stories to incorporate into her designs. She sees herself as a 21st Century bricoleur, adept at presenting familiar items in mischievous and unexpected ways. Ultimately, Claire English's Special Jewellery Company confidently creates jewellery for you to cherish and treasure.