Our Journey (So Far)
2012
At 16 years old, after a trip to London, Georgina left the city inspired by the cityscape, architecture and scenery. As someone from a small Scottish town, it was exciting to visit a city like London, where there seemed to be opportunity all around, particularly for fashion, art and design. Motivated to learn more about the fashion and jewellery industry, Georgina began to sketch up jewellery designs, creating her first portfolio of jewellery drawings and paintings. Interested in turning her designs into reality, Georgina began to read more into jewellery making. The first designs brought to life were created using wire and fabric as mediums. As a creative individual, Georgina loved the concept of bringing art into the world through any and all types of medium, whether typical or not. However, Georgina now had a passion for jewellery design, and set her sights on learning more about the trade, and designing/making professionally.
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2016
After much practising and designing over the years, Georgina decided to try creating her designs in Art Clay Silver. Georgina also went on to study in the evenings at The University of Edinburgh on a silversmithing course. It was during this time that Georgina decided to start selling pieces on Etsy, and also secure the domain name for Georgina Yvonne.
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2017
Georgina then moved to London, with the intent of learning more about the trade and developing her skills. While she enjoyed the design element of jewellery most, she was fascinated in understanding how jewellery was made and the techniques used to create it. Introduced to workshops through work opportunities, Georgina began learning more about CAD design, casting, and setting work. From 2018 and onwards, Georgina was fortunate to work with the likes of Michael Rose, Faberge and Taylor and Hart, in fields such as sales, design and production. During this time, Georgina worked in the quality check department, giving her invaluable knowledge of jewellery quality, and the highest industry standards. These experiences taught Georgina valuable skill, understanding and expertise in the industry.
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2020 - Present
From 2020 onwards, Georgina decided to take her jewellery brand to the next level, creating designs using CAD and casting in 18ct gold and platinum. Georgina began working with trusted and much loved suppliers who produced the highest quality work. In 2024, Georgina began working with Aurelie, now Georgina Yvonne's Assistant Creative Director, who assists with steering Georgina's creative concepts and helping with the everyday tasks of the business. Over the years, Georgina has ultimately learned that each piece of jewellery is true art. There is so much that goes into creating an engagement ring or jewellery piece, and being aware of the finer details is everything. Georgina's jewellery pieces are intricate works of art, crafted with heart from design to final piece.
Meet The Team
Georgina Ainslie
Georgina is a Scottish born jewellery designer now living just outside London, with a great passion for jewellery design and creating art. Georgina has over a decade of experience in the jewellery industry, and has very quickly made a name for herself in her new Director/Designer own brand role. When creating her jewellery, Georgina draws on personal experience in an effort to advocate for mental health awareness, and inspire through her work. Georgina is proud to have worked alongside some of the industry's biggest names, crafting her successful career.Having now established her own brand, Georgina takes on a multi-faceted role as company director, head creative strategist, designer and principal sales consultant. Innovation, high craftsmanship, and intricate detail is at the heart of Georgina's designs, and brings new, exciting and one of a kind concepts to the jewellery industry.
Aurelie Cavaness
Aurélie has been both artistic and passionate about jewellery since childhood, a love sparked by her French mother’s stories of treasured family heirlooms. This early fascination grew into a lifelong pursuit, and Aurélie began building her expertise in fine jewellery in 2017. Her career has spanned both the US and UK markets, where she contributed to renowned brands such as Na Hoku, VRAI, and Taylor & Hart. It was at Taylor & Hart that Aurélie met Georgina and instantly recognised her extraordinary talent for creative design and dedication to impeccable craftsmanship. Inspired by Georgina’s vision and artistry, Aurélie joined forces with her to help shape and grow the Georgina Yvonne brand into the exceptional name it is today. With her deep industry experience and unwavering passion, Aurélie plays a pivotal role in driving the creative direction and ensuring the highest standards of quality in every piece.
