À PROPOS
SAMPLE SLOW JEWELRY
Sample is above all the art of making, seeing and letting the creation of a piece be accessible through a connected craftsmanship and introductory jewelry workshops. It's also a unique collection of timeless jewelry made from recycled silver and gold & using artisanal techniques in our Brussels ateliers-boutiques.
Passionate about jewelry and entrepreneurship, Nora wanted to launch her own concept and to create a tailor-made job for herself. A dream of craftsmanship, transparency and transmission, topped with modernity. Nora likes fashion that lasts you a lifetime, that is authentic and less about trends to follow at all costs.
Sample's artisans therefore create everyday jewelry pieces for you in their ateliers-boutiques. Or better yet, a piece of jewelry that the artisan that lies within you will hand make during a workshop.
Your first creation, sort of sample of the creativity that drives you. A place to see, make and assert yourself.
NOS ATELIERS-BOUTIQUES
Rue du Page, 86
1050 Ixelles
Monday: closed
Tuesday: closed
Wednesday: 1pm to 6:30pm
Thursday: 11am to 6:30pm
Friday: 11am to 6:30pm
Saturday: 10:30am to 6pm
Sunday: closed
+32 478 12 28 29
Rue du Noyer, 303
1000 Brussels
Monday: closed
Tuesday: 1pm to 5pm
Wednesday: 1pm to 6:30pm
Thursday: 11am to 6:30pm
Friday: 11am to 6:30pm
Saturday: 10:30am to 6pm
Sunday: closed
+32 470 07 20 36
NOTRE DÉMARCHE
CRAFTSMANSHIP
Sample is made up of five artisans: Julie, Astrid, Matilde, Lila and Tomás, who make all the creations in their ateliers-boutiques. It's important for us to share our knowledge through our craftsmanship in order to revive artisanal work.
LOCAL
All our jewelry is made in our ateliers-boutiques in Brussels. We also chose to ship our creations to Belgium and France only.
RECYCLED METALS
We pay great attention to the origin of our metals. We are currently working with a Dutch supplier who guarantees that 100% of their metals come from recycling: jewelry, automobile sector, dentistry, electronics... not very sexy but way more ethical!
TRANSMISSION
Our jewelry is made to be worn every day and to last. Quality comes through our solid designs and noble materials: 925 silver, vermeil (18k gold plated) and 18k gold. Finally, repairability is very important to us! This is why all our jewelry has a lifetime guarantee.
INCLUSIVITY
We offer a range of sizes equal to the number of body types. The size of a ring, the length of a necklace, the diameter of a bracelet: everything can be adapted for you. Ask us!
TRANSPARENCY
Whether on socials or during our workshops, we share our manufacturing processes as well as our materials with you. No secrets between us!
NOTRE ÉQUIPE
Nora, founder
It was at the end of her management studies at ICHEC Brussels Management School that Nora discovered the world of Belgian designers. She then decided to study fine jewelry-making in Brussels and worked afterwards in a jewelry workshop for two years.
With both creative and managing skills, she decided to embark on an entrepreneurial adventure and founded Sample Slow Jewelry. In 2018, Nora started proposing refined creations that she made herself in her workshop. In 2020, she launched workshops to make your own ring and their success was almost immediate!
In 2021, she opened her first atelier-boutique in the Merode district and in 2023, her second one in the Châtelain district. Today, she has the chance and pride to make a living out of her passion, mainly thanks to you.
Julie, jeweler
After studying psychology at ULB, Julie took jewelry courses at the Jeanne Toussaint Institute on the Arts et Métiers campus in order to reconnect with her manual side.
Attracted by the world of aesthetics in general, the profession of jeweler was an instant fit. Creative diversity and technical rigor are two aspects of this wonderful job that quickly convinced her she was on the right path.
Since 2021, Julie has joined the Sample jewelry store to put her theoretical knowledge into practice by making your jewelry!
ASTRID, JOAILLIÈRE
Attirée par le côté créatif et dynamique des métiers manuels et ayant grandi avec un père fabricant joaillier, Astrid a décidé de suivre un parcours de bijouterie. Elle rencontre alors Nora en première année à l'EFP et elles se lient d'amitié. Après plusieurs années à travailler chez Sample en tant que freelance, elle rejoint l’équipe en 2024 en tant qu’artisane en joaillerie. Ses compétences en joaillerie permettent de faire évoluer la marque en proposant des modèles ornés de pierres et des projets sur mesure, du dessin à la fabrication.
CLAIRE, communication manager
After a bachelor's degree in languages at UNamur and a master's degree in business communication at KU Leuven, Claire seeked to link her love for fashion with her future job.
Wishing to contribute to a positive impact company, she applied to become a communication manager for Sample in 2023.
It's the highly creative side of socials combined with classic communication that immediately appealed to her in this position.
MATILDE, jewelry apprentice
After taking a gap year, between citizen service and reflection on her academic career, Matilde opted for a 3-year work-linked training in jewelry making at the EFP Uccle.
Being able to do manual work in a fashion sector convinced her to follow that path. As part of her training, she joined Sample as an apprentice jeweler and is now proud to be part of a team that shares the same values as hers. Meet Matilde during introductory workshops or in store!
CAMILLE, APPRENTIE EN BIJOUTERIE
Une fois ses études secondaires terminées, Camille décide de prendre une année sabbatique durant laquelle elle voyage et fait du volontariat en tant qu’animatrice dans une école primaire. Ensuite, elle commence des études de traduction-interprétation mais se rend rapidement compte que le côté créatif et manuel manque à son quotidien.
C’est ainsi qu’elle décide d’entamer sa formation de bijouterie-joaillerie à l’EFP de Bruxelles et de rejoindre l’équipe Sample en tant que stagiaire. Faites la connaissance de Camille derrière l’établi, lors d’un atelier d’initiation ou en boutique, où elle vous conseille avec plaisir !
TOMÁS, jewelry student
After trying his hand at carpentry, Tomás decided to enroll at IATA in Namur in order to discover the world of jewelry.
The various techniques as well as the creative aspect of this profession immediately fascinated him.
In order to accelerate his learning, Tomás joined the Sample team as a student in the summer of 2023. Working at the atelier-boutique allows him to discover all the facets of the craftsmanship while also advising clients in store.
THEY TRUSTED US
OpenSoon 2022 winners
We are fortunate to be one of the 2022 winners of the OpenSoon scholarship.
As a result, we received a grant to support our Brussels business.
Learn more