Walk past the converted forge that serves as the Reeves & Reeves studio and you can hear two things at once: the quiet hum of modern bench tools and the soft rustle of Dorset fields outside the window. That blend of craft and countryside defines everything produced under the name Reeves and Reeves jewellery—and the 2025 line-up shows how far a family-run workshop can push fresh ideas while staying loyal to its roots.
1 Studio first, showroom second
Heath and Caroline Reeves still create most prototypes in the same space where iron gates once sparked under a blacksmith’s hammer. Rather than outsourcing, they keep modelling, casting tests and finishing steps on-site, releasing new pieces only when the geometry sits right in the hand and the polishing marks reach mirror clarity. That studio-led approach explains the limited-edition drops seen on social feeds: batches are kept small so each design receives the same finishing time as core classics.
2 Materials that meet daily life head-on
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Sterling silver throughout – 92.5 % purity stamped by the London or Birmingham Assay Office.
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Micron-thick 18 ct gold plate – not flash dipped, but layered to resist abrasion from jacket zips and bangle stacks.
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Cultured pearls and natural gemstones – hand-matched as pairs to avoid colour drift in earrings.
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Recycled silver content – now exceeds fifty per cent across new collections, reflecting a push toward lower-impact sourcing.
3 Collections making headlines this year
3.1 Wild Meadow
Fresh for spring, Wild Meadow translates hedgerow flora into hammered silver silhouettes. Expect petal clusters that catch sunlight like dewdrops and adjustable lariat strands weighted by tiny leaf charms. The line answers a growing demand for jewellery with movement—pieces that shift subtly each time the wearer turns her head.
3.2 Coastline Stones
Building on the established Coastal range, Coastline Stones adds rough-cut aquamarine and tanzanite chips set inside softly textured bezels, an echo of pebbles turned by tide. Necklaces ride longer chains so the gems sit just below the collarbone, perfect for layering with shorter silver discs.
3.3 Origami Minis
Balloon-animal and folded-paper themes shrink to sub-ten-millimetre studs and micro-pendants. Weight drops below one gram per piece, letting multiple charms sit on a single chain without twisting. Shoppers looking for playful yet polished details will recognise the brand’s trademark hammer-and-shine finish in miniature form.
3.4 Equestrian Heritage Plus
Long-time favourites—snaffle cuffs, stirrup pendants, pavé horseshoes—return in mixed-metal two-tones: silver base, rose-gold overlay on a single design element. The contrast sharpens horse-tack lines while staying subtle enough for office wear.
4 Design touches that raise the bar
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Hidden hinges and clasps. Cuffs snap closed along a seam disguised as part of the design, so only the motif is visible.
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Dual-finish surfaces. Hammered petals meet high-polish stamens, giving tiny forms depth without heavy oxidisation.
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Micro-adjust chains. Three fastening loops nearly always appear at 16, 17 and 18 inches, supporting easy layering out of the box.
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Weight balance. Stud earrings stay under two grams; drop pairs sit within four, avoiding lobes pulling forward after a full workday.
5 Styling guides for three lifestyles
Lifestyle | Go-to Reeves and Reeves jewellery | How to wear it |
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City professional | Two-tone Snaffle Cuff + Pavé Horseshoe studs | Roll shirt sleeves to half-arm; let mixed metals bridge steel watch and gold signet ring. |
Weekend explorer | Coastline Stones swing earrings | Pair with linen overshirt and salt-washed denim; the unpolished gem faces handle bumps without visible scratching. |
Event minimalist | Wild Meadow layered necklace set | Stack all three chain lengths inside a deep-V slip dress; hammered petals flicker under soft lighting without needing large stones. |
Because each piece leans on pared-back forms, combining collections never feels busy—silver tones match, gold accents align and hammer textures repeat across ranges.
6 Care routine in three steps
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After wear – Wipe with a lint-free cloth to remove lotion or perfume residue, especially on gold-plated areas.
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Monthly refresh – A dip in warm, mildly soapy water and a soft brush keeps bezels bright; dry fully before storage.
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Long-term storage – Keep items in the supplied microfibre pouch to prevent friction scratches; include a small anti-tarnish strip if humidity runs high.
Sterling will naturally dull over months, but a quick polish cloth pass restores shine without harsh chemicals. Gold-plated surfaces should avoid abrasive buffs; gentle cloths suffice.
7 Sustainability checkpoints
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On-site finishing reduces freight miles and enables stricter waste-silver recycling.
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Recyclable packaging uses card inserts and compostable tissue; foam has been phased out.
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Longevity mindset focuses on heirloom potential, not seasonal throwaway trends. Even Origami Minis rely on solid cast structures rather than hollow stamping, preventing dents and prolonging life.
These changes, though gradual, underline an ethos of making fewer, better pieces rather than chasing volume.
8 Gift considerations
Every Reeves and Reeves box arrives ribbon-ready, but more importantly, the brand includes an authenticity card describing hallmarks and plating thickness. For milestone celebrations—birthdays, achievements, riding competition wins—the back of each card leaves space for a short note. Matching pieces across ranges (for example, pairing a Daisy necklace with Daisy hoops) simplifies building a gift set without clashing textures or inconsistent metal tones.
9 Why choose Reeves and Reeves jewellery over mass-market silver?
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Original sketches – The founders draft in-house; designs are not third-party catalogues rebranded for quick turnaround.
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Consistent alloy – Using the same silver mix across earrings, necklaces and bracelets ensures colour uniformity.
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Small-batch quality control – Every run is inspected by the maker team rather than outsourced QA, reducing casting flaws and loose settings.
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Design lineage – Themes evolve organically (Coastal → Coastline Stones) rather than being replaced wholesale, so last year’s purchase still complements this year’s drop.
Investing in a piece means joining a visual conversation that continues season after season.
Closing note
A walk along Chesil Beach might spark a scallop pendant; a glimpse of a barn owl at dusk may become the next hammered-silver charm. By keeping creation rooted to place, Reeves and Reeves jewellery offers more than accessories—it delivers pocket-sized memories of the English countryside, built to travel far beyond its hedgerows. Whether you pick a weightless Origami Mini or the solid curve of a Heritage snaffle, you wear a fragment of that landscape, polished to last for years of stories still to come.