Inspired by nature

Fridays have become a time to look at independent designers. They could be new and upcoming or, like today's choice, really quite well established - what matter is that they are doing things their way, providing something unique and different to the marketplace.

Today's designer has been in business since 1986. After studying at Sir John Cass School of Art in London Alex Monroe embarked on what has become an incredibly successful career in jewellery design.

Inspired by nature, many of his collections feature elements of the British countryside made in gold and sterling silver. Collections in include:

• "Gardner" which includes watering cans, ants, leafs and my favourite - a thin string ring that looks like a incredibly delicate loop of twine tied round your finger.
• "Lucky Clover" which, as you would expect, feature large four leaf clovers and horseshoes for all those looking for a little bit of extra luck.
• "Sunblossom" with pieces featuring beautiful flowers, leafs and hummingbirds

If you want to see more of Alex Monroe's stunning jewellery you're in luck - his designs are sold in over 100 stores across the UK and Ireland including Liberty's of London. But, if you can't make it to one of the stockists check out all the designs on www.alexmonroe.com

Happy shopping!