Awards

UK Jewellery Awards 2023 - Finalists

We are delighted to have made it to the finalist stages of the 2023 UK Jewellery Awards for 'Bespoke Jewellery Retailer of the Year'. We've had a tremendous year with the opening of our new studio and shop in St Albans and are very much looking to celebrate at the winners' event in the summer.

Professional Jeweller - UK Inspiring Independent Power List 2023

We are very proud to be one of six jewellers named as one of the UK's Inspiring independents. This award shines a light on the UK independent jewellers playing their part to drive business on the British high street.

National Association of Jewellers - Store Design of the Year 2023

We are very pleased to have made it to the final of the National Association of Jewellers' Awards in the category - Store Design of the Year. Our St Albans Jewellery Store and Studio opened its doors in March 2023 with great success and we are trilled that it's innovative design has been recognised by the industry.

HALO Award - Highly Commended 2022

Industry giants the National Association of Jewellers and the British Hallmarking Council have teamed up to launch the 'HALO Awards' - an initiative designed to celebrate jewellers for their dedication to and promotion of hallmarking. The inaugural event awarded us a 'Highly Commended' certification for our "excellent online hallmarking information" and "established social media presence and coverage in national press". An incredibly positive award for our team to have taken home.

Inspiring Independent Award Finalist 2023

We are very please to have been named by our peers in the industry as one of the UK's most inspiring independent jewellers in 2023

Retail Jeweller Inspiring Independents, Southeast Winners 2022

We took home a surprise award at the Inspiring Independents awards 2022, as we were named winners for the whole of the Southeast. To have been recognised by the jewellery industry itself really highlights just how unique our bespoke offering is and we feel very proud to be in such great company. Congratulations to the winners of the other four regions!

Professional Jeweller Power List 2022, Inspiring Independents 2022

Professional Jeweller have announced Harriet as one of only six 'Inspiring Independents' on this year's Power List. The judges were quoted to say: 'Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery works on a design-led culture which its team believes inspires creative energy in the workplace rather than a buy-and-sell, retail-focused environment.'

NAJ Awards, Team of the Year Finalists 2022

We already couldn't be more proud of our team, but we're so thrilled to have made it to the shortlist of the National Association of Jewellers Awards for 2022, especially in the company of such fantastic fellow jewellers.

UK Jewellery Awards, Finalist 2022

Retail Jeweller have announced their finalists for the 2022 UK Jewellery Awards and we have made the shortlist for both 'Bespoke Jewellery Retailer of the Year' and 'Bridal Jewellery Retailer of the Year'. The awards night will take place on the 1st of September, where we will also be celebrating the 30th anniversary of the prestigious awards.

Cambridge BID Awards, 'Best Overall Customer Experience 2021' Winner

The belated 2021 Cambridge Business Improvement District (BID) Awards celebrated businesses that go that extra mile to ensure customers are treated to customer service that is a cut above the rest.

We were absolutely thrilled to have received 100% in both of our mystery shops and to have taken home Best Overall Customer Experience at the end of the night. 

Professional Jeweller Awards, 'Independent Jewellery Retailer of the Year' 2021

We couldn't be more proud of our team for taking home 'Independent Jewellery Retailer of the Year' at the 2021 awards ceremony, held by Professional Jeweller. It's a real team effort for us to have achieved this award.

UK Jewellery Awards, 'Bespoke Jewellery Retailer of the Year' Highly Commended 2021

We are thrilled to have made it to the finalist stages of the 2021 UK Jewellery Awards for 'Bespoke Jewellery Retailer of the Year'. To be recognised for our bespoke work in such a crazy year means a lot to us and we're incredibly thankful to all of our customers new and old for your continual support.

UK Jewellery Awards, 'Ethical Jewellery Retailer of the Year' Finalist 2021

We are thrilled to have made it to the finalist stages of the 2021 UK Jewellery Awards for 'Ethical Jewellery Retailer of the Year'. To be recognised for our bespoke work in such a crazy year means a lot to us and we look forward to raising a glass with our fellow finalists later this year.

Professional Jeweller Power List 2021, Inspiring Independents 2021

We are thrilled to announce that we have been recognised by Professional Jeweller as one of the top 'Inspiring Independents' for 2021. We received glowing feedback, with one judge stating: "Harriet Kelsall's eponymous bespoke jewellery service has quietly garnered itself a sterling reputation as one of the go-to places for custom pieces in the UK'. 

UK Jewellery Awards, Bespoke Jeweller of the Year Winner 2020

We are so proud to have won 'Bespoke Jewellery Retailer of the Year' at the prestigious UK Jewellery Awards 2020. Winning this incredible award in this year of all years feels extra special and we're so pleased for the whole team to have been recognised. 

 

 

Retail Jeweller Inspiring Independents, Celebrating Retail Excellence in the Face of Adversity 2020

We have been awarded a high commendation by our peers at Retail Jeweller's Inspiring Independents Awards for "demonstrating brilliance and/or sound business practice during the recent lockdown." We are so proud to have been recognised during this extraordinary time. 

Maisie Sale: Silver Award - The Goldsmiths' Craft and Design Council Awards, 2020

Our talented goldsmith apprentice, Maisie has been awarded a Silver Medal in the 'Fairtrade Jewellery' category at The Goldsmiths' Craft and Design Council Awards 2020.

The cleverly designed, stylish and adaptable brooch and pendant took inspiration from the UN's Sustainable Development Goals and was made entirely by Maisie from Fairtrade 9ct yellow gold and a beautiful selection of 17 multicoloured tapered baguette gemstones. 

Retail Jeweller Inspiring Independents , Best Use Of Visual Merchandising and Store Design Winner 2019

Retail Jeweller have awarded us with 'Best Use of Visual Merchandising & Store Design 2019' for our Primrose Hill studio at the Inspiring Independents Awards. This is a brand new category for this year that celebrates fresh and original store design and use of visuals. We couldn't be more proud to win this award and we're especially delighted for our Primrose Hill team. 

Gold Award- The Goldsmiths' Craft and Design Council Awards, 2019

Our previous workshop apprentice was awarded Gold in The Goldsmiths’ Craft & Design Council Awards 2019, announced in London at the industry’s ‘Jewellery Oscars'. The prestigious award was for his ‘primrose flower inspired necklace’ which is set with over 100 diamonds. Handmade in palladium and 9 carat yellow gold, the necklace was his “Masterpiece” and the final project in his Diamond Mounter Apprenticeship.

UK Jewellery Awards, 'Retailer of the Year' finalist 2019

We are honoured to make it to the finalist stages of the 2019 UK Jewellery Awards in the 'Retailer of the Year' (five stores or fewer) category. The results will be revealed at a prestigious awards ceremony in December.  

UK Jewellery Awards, 'Store Design of the Year' finalist 2019

We are honoured to make it to the finalist stages of the 2019 UK Jewellery Awards in the 'Store Design of the Year' category. The results will be revealed at a prestigious awards ceremony in December. 

Harriet Kelsall: The Business Book Awards, Start-Up Inspiration Winner 2019

We are so proud of our Founder & Chair! Harriet's book "The Creative's Guide to Starting a Business: How to turn your talent into a career" has won 'Start-up Inspiration' at The Business Book Awards, 2019. 

Cambridge BID Awards, 'Best Overall Customer Experience 2018' winner

The Cambridge Business Improvement District (BID) held its sixth annual Awards evening to recognise and reward the highest levels of customer service among Cambridge businesses. We were absolutely thrilled to have won the Best Overall Customer Experience award in the 'Independent Business-Other' category, and received glowing feedback from the mystery shop involved, “The unique service provided and the empathy and engagement of the colleague could not have been bettered.”

We also shared the Overall Winner title with four other businesses after scoring the maximum 100% on both mystery shops, proving customer service is at the heart of everything we do.

Professional Jeweller Awards, 'Best New Store or Store Refurbishment of the Year, 2018'

We were delighted to be named as finalists in the 'Best New Store or Store Refurbishment of the Year' category of the 2018 Professional Jeweller Awards. This was a brand new category for this year and celebrates retailers adapting store environments to meet new consumer demands.

RETAIL JEWELLER INSPIRING INDEPENDENTS 2018, UK TOP 100

Retail Jeweller Inspiring Independents profiles the top 100 independent jewellery and watch retailers from the UK & Ireland. Inspiring Independents is a celebration of all that is great about independent retail and we're thrilled to make the list once again. 

Muddy Stilettos Awards, 'Best Jewellery Store, 2018'

The Muddy Stilettos blog describes itself as 'the urban guide to the countryside' and is categorized into different counties. The blog runs annual awards which are "about celebrating and supporting the most unique, interesting, brilliant local businesses". We were delighted to be named the winner of a Cambridgeshire Muddy Stilettos Award for 'Best Jewellery Store 2018'! 

UK Jewellery Awards, Ethical Jewellery Business of the Year Finalist 2017

We were honoured to make it to the finalist stages of the 2017 UK Jewellery Awards in the 'Ethical Jewellery Business of the Year' category 

Professional Jeweller Awards, Designer-Maker Jewellery Boutique of the Year Finalist 2017

We were thrilled to be named finalists for the Designer-Maker Jewellery Boutique of the Year category of the 2017 Professional Jeweller Awards. Finalists in this category are designer-makers showcasing their pieces within their own boutique.

Retail Jeweller Inspiring Independents 2017, UK Top 100

Retail Jeweller Inspiring Independents profiles the top 100 independent jewellery and watch retailers from the UK & Ireland. Inspiring Independents is a celebration of all that is great about independent retail and we're thrilled to make the list once again. 

UK Jewellery Awards, Employer of the Year Finalist 2017

We are delighted that we were listed as a finalist in the Employer of the Year Category at the 2017 UK Jewellery Awards.

Cambridge News Business Excellence Awards, 'Independent Retailer of the Year 2017'

We are thrilled to have been awarded ‘Independent Retailer of the Year’ at the Cambridge News Business Excellence Awards 2017. Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery was praised by a panel of esteemed judges for pioneering bespoke jewellery on the UK high street.

Muddy Stilettos Awards Hertfordshire & Cambridgeshire 2017 - "Best Jewellery Store"

We’re delighted to be in the finals of the Muddy Stilettos Awards for Hertfordshire & Cambridgeshire 2017 in the Best Jewellery Store category

UK Jewellery Awards 'Bridal Jewellery Retailer of the Year 2016'

We are thrilled to have been awarded ‘Bridal Jewellery Retailer of the Year 2016’ at Retail Jeweller UK Jewellery Awards, celebrated as the Oscars of jewellery retailing. Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery was distinguished as ‘amazing’ by the judges of a rigorous mystery shop, who were unanimous in their vote that the company was “head and shoulders above the rest”.

Silver Award- The Goldsmiths' Craft and Design Council Awards, 2016

Our workshop apprentice was selected for the second year running, improving on his ‘Highly Commended’ place in 2015. His Silver Medal in the Craft, 3D Finished Pieces category was awarded for an Art Deco inspired pendant, featuring a range of traditional diamond mounting techniques. The design includes two delicate handmade hinges, ensuring the piece will sit perfectly on the wearer.

Professional Jeweller, Hot 100 Listing in 2016

The Hot 100 is split into six categories, including 'Business Big Shots' and Harriet Kelsall was included in the prestigious list for 2016. Business Big Shots are defined as the individuals and teams that are “shaping the UK jewellery industry”. They command the respect of the entire business community for their leadership, innovation, vision and delivery of outstanding results.

Harriet Kelsall: Retail Businesswoman-Forward Ladies Women in Business Awards, 2016

Harriet was thrilled to win the 'Retail Businesswoman' award at the London regional finals of the Forward Ladies Women in Business Awards 2016. Founded in 1999, Forward Ladies supports women in their professional lives and celebrates and champions the role of women in the workplace.

Harriet Kelsall: Retail Businesswoman of the Year-Forward Ladies Women in Business Awards 2016-Grand Final

Congratulations to Harriet who was awarded HSBC 'Retail Businesswoman of the Year' at the Forward Ladies Women in Business Awards 2016. Harriet was distinguished among trailblazing and pioneering women from enterprise and industry in what is one of the country’s biggest ever searches for successful women in business.

Winner of the Fairtrade Gold 'I do' Competition- British Jewellers Association, 2015

We've been celebrating success at the BJA Fairtrade 'I Do' Competition, where a design of a matching wedding and engagement ring set was chosen as the winner.

The Santander Responsible Small Business Award Shortlist- Business in the Community, 2015

We are very pleased to have been short listed for Business in the Community's "The Santander Responsibile Small Business Award 2015" for our efforts in jewellery ethics, the environment and our work to help create a fairer society.

Ethical Business of the Year Finalist- UK Jewellery Awards, 2015

We are delighted to announce that we are one of a small group of UK jewellers to become finalists in the UK awards 2015.

Highly Commended- The Goldsmiths' Craft and Design Council Awards, 2015

Our workshop apprentice achieved Highly Commended in the Junior Diamond Mounting category of the Goldsmiths' Craft and Design Competition. There is no set design brief for the Diamond Mounting category but the predominant focus is in the skill, techniques and craftsmanship used to create the piece. His chosen butterfly design was both a brooch and pendant which presented both a design and making challenge that he was determined to overcome!

Silver Award- The Goldsmiths' Craft and Design Council Awards, 2015

The design brief for the award was to create an expressive and distinctive colourful set of jewellery based on a theme. The winning designs are based on Aurora, the goddess of the dawn who gave her name to the spectacular natural phenomenon that lights the sky with a shimmering curtain of colour. The final 'Aurora' necklace sketch won the silver award in the 2D category.

Women Changing the Business World- The Institute of Directors, 2014

Harriet was absolutely thrilled to be amongst the top 6 women judged to have changed the business world in 2014. The Institute of Directors felt that "Through her emphasis on bespoke design, ethically sourced gems and Fairtrade gold, Harriet has helped revitalise the jewellery industry".

Gold Medal Winner- UK World Skills Championship, 2014

Our workshop apprentice won Gold in the UK World Skills Championship for Fine Jewellery Making.

Boutique Retailer of the Year- UK Jewellery Awards, 2013

We were delighted to be awarded possibly the most prestigious award in the UK jewellery industry in 2013 - Boutique Retailer of the Year - for our newly refitted and relaunched Hertfordshire Jewellery Centre. Following our success with our Cambridge store, we applied our unique blend of designers and retail to our amazing tudor barn space in rural Hertfordshire with what the judges felt were spectacular results.

Interior Awards Finalist- Retail Week Magazine, 2013

Retail Week Magazine chose our refitted Jewellery Centre in Hertfordshire to stand alongside prestigious flagship stores across the world in their shortlist for the best and most innovative interior retail designs.

Industry Contributor of the Year Finalist- The British Jewellers Association, 2013

Harriet was one of the 4 finalists in the British Jewellers' Association Awards 2013. In the category "Industry Contributor", people working in the jewellery world were given an opportunity to nominate and vote for who they thought were the most influencial people working in their industry - Harriet was on the list - and although she didn't win this, she was very proud to have been a finalist.

Small Business of the Year Finalist- Hertfordshire Business Awards, 2013

Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery fought off considerable competition from the thousands of businesses based in Hertfordshire to become one of 2013's finalists for the category "Small Business of the Year". The teams contribution to the community through their "Children's jewellery making workshops" and other local activities impressed the judges.

Small Business of the Year-Cambridge Business Excellence Awards, 2012

Cambridge was surprised to discover that the quiet and unassuming jewellery shop in the cobbled streets of Green Street was in fact a national market leader and innovator in bespoke jewellery design. They were so proud of their discovery that they awarded the company "Small Business of the Year"

Independent Retailer of the Year Finalist- UK Jewellery Awards, 2012

Harriet and the team were just pipped at the post for the Rolls Royce of all jewellery awards - the "Independent Retailer of the Year" at the UK Jewellery Awards. Although the team were disappointed to not win they were thrilled to have reached the final and judged one of the very best jewellers across the UK.

Hot 100 Listing- Professional Jeweller Magazine, 2012

For a second year running HKBespoke was listed in Professional Jeweller Magazine's "Hot 100". The magazine produces a list of businesses and individuals who have contributed something new and interesting to the industry that year.

Inspiring Independent Top 25 Listing- Retail Jeweller Magazine, 2012

Retail Jeweller Magazine listed Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery in their "Independent Retailer of the Year" awards. The list contains the best and most exciting independent jewellers from across the UK and HKBespoke was delighted to be near the top of the list nationally.

Small Business of the Year-Inspiring Hertfordshire Awards, 2012

This was a new award set up in Hertfordshire to flag inspirational business from the Hertfordshire area. Harriet and the team won "Best Small Business" and were delighted to find themselves on stage receiving the trophy with an amazing range of successful businesses from the local area.

Woman of the Year-Specsavers Everywoman in Retail Awards, 2011

Harriet was nominated for the Specsavers Everywoman of the Year Award in 2011 and she was amazed to discover she had made it to the final stage of voting. To cut a long story short, she found herself at the Savoy in London surrounded by all the top women in British retail and to her absolute shock was given the overall title of "Woman of the Year 2011" for being an inspiration to women in the retail sector.

Business Initiative of the Year-Uk Jewellery Awards, 2011

The launch of HKBespoke's groundbreaking "Bespoke Jewellery for the high street" shop and studio in Cambridge was so successful that the team won "Business Initiative of the Year" at the UK Jewellery Awards. The judges were blown away by the company's inspirational approach to helping jewellery designers with their career progression.

Hot 100 Listing- Professional Jeweller Magazine, 2011

The launch of Professional Jeweller Magazine's "Hot 100" list saw Harriet and the team feature near the top. A glittering party in London was the backdrop for the unveiling and we're delighted with this achievement.

Inspiring Independent Jewellers- Retail Jeweller Magazine, 2011

Retail Jeweller Magazine's "Inspiring Independent" award is a celebration of innovation in the independent sector of the jewellery industry. Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery was in the list in 2011 and the company is very proud to be mentioned amongst the best.

Federation of Small Businesses Awards 2008, 'British Small Business Champion' Finalist

FSB are experts in business. Their mission is to help smaller businesses achieve their ambitions and we were an honored to be a finalist in this prestigious category. 

Hertfordshire Business Awards 2007, ' Best Medium Business' Finalist

We were shortlisted in the Best Medium Sized Business category (25-250 employees). The company who pipped us to the post to win the category are called P & J Storefitters and they have an inspirational success story and we wish them the very best. 

UK Jewellery Awards 2003, 'Alternative Retailer of the Year' Finalist

We were thrilled to be a finalist in this category and to be recognised for our online presence and innovative use of a website within the industry 

UK Jewellery Awards 2002, 'Alternative Retailer of the Year' Finalist

We were thrilled to be a finalist in this category and to be recognised for our online presence and innovative use of a website within the industry 

Hertfordshire Business Awards, 'Best Internet Site', 2001

It was an honour to be recognised for our trailblazing website and online presence.