Julie Sandlau
ActiveOverview
Julie Sandlau is a Danish jewelry brand founded in 2002, known for blending timeless elegance with sustainable craftsmanship in Scandinavian fine jewelry designs. It offers accessible fashion jewelry and fine jewelry pieces in 18-carat gold with ethically sourced diamonds and gemstones, produced in its own factory in Vietnam.123
History
Julie Sandlau was founded in 2002 by Julie Sandlau in Denmark, entering the market with accessible fashion jewelry between traditional jewelry stores and bijoux.23 In 2005, the company established its own factory in Hanoi, Vietnam, emphasizing corporate social responsibility.2 For its 15th anniversary, it launched a Fine Jewelry Collection with 18-carat gold and certified diamonds; in 2022, it released the Eden collection for the 20th anniversary and later the Heritage Collection.123
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Fine Jewelry Collection | Timeless 18-carat gold pieces with gemstones | $500 - $3,000 |
| Eden Collection | 20th anniversary diamonds and pearls in cluster designs | $400 - $2,500 |
| Heritage Collection | Family legacy fine jewelry | $600 - $4,000 |
| Tree of Life Designs | Signature classic emblem jewelry | $150 - $1,200 |
| Pearl Collections | Natural pearls with contemporary clusters | $200 - $1,800 |
Manufacturing
Products are crafted in the company's own factory in Hanoi, Vietnam, founded in 2005 with a focus on corporate social responsibility, employee well-being, and women in leadership roles.2 The factory holds Responsible Jewellery Council certification since 2019 and uses Kimberley-certified diamonds; it has won 'Best Workplace in Hanoi' awards multiple times.12
Notable Products
- Eden Collection pieces - Natural diamonds and pearls in signature cluster designs for 20th anniversary.
- Heritage Collection - Fine jewelry rooted in family legacy, symbolizing love and generations.
- Tree of Life design - Timeless classic emblem featured across collections.
- 15th Anniversary Fine Jewelry - 18-carat gold with Top Wesselton diamonds and gemstones.
Reputation
Julie Sandlau is perceived as a pioneer in Denmark's accessible fashion jewelry space, loved by celebrities like Beyoncé and Drew Barrymore for its timeless yet contemporary appeal across generations.13 Professionals note its strong sustainability credentials, including RJC certification and UN Women awards, though it represents a small portion of its factory's output.12 Enthusiasts praise the quality and ethical production in Vietnam.25
Sources (8)
- https://www.voguescandinavia.com/articles/20-years-on-julie-sandlau-is-still-innovating-the-jewellery-industry
- https://juliesandlau.com/pages/about-us
- https://www.voguescandinavia.com/articles/julie-sandlau-heritage-collection
- https://juliesandlauinternational.com/introduction/we-have-more-than-100-years-of-experince-in-jewelry.-i.2
- https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g189541-d15190799-Reviews-Julie_Sandlau-Copenhagen_Zealand.html
- https://juliesandlau.com/pages/responsibility
- https://thejewelleryroom.com/collections/julie-sandlau
- https://juliesandlau.com