About
Understated, meaningful and made with heart
Thoughtfully designed and proudly handcrafted in Christchurch, New Zealand
Hello! My name is Laura and I’m the owner and designer-maker behind Aurelium. I create minimalist textured jewellery for women who treasure pieces that feel personal.
In a world that often moves too fast and prioritises the surface over the soul, finding something that feels truly personal can be surprisingly rare. I believe there's a special kind of joy in owning something made slowly and carefully by hand.
Handmade jewellery is so much more than adornment. When you wear something that was designed with intention and shaped one small step at a time, it changes how you move through your day. It makes the everyday moments feel a little more meaningful - a wearable symbol of connection, and a quiet reminder that you are not alone.
Aurelium was born from a desire to honour this feeling of connection - between maker and wearer, giver and receiver, hand and heart. Each piece is created for the woman moving through her busy days, from school runs to office hours, from coffee catch ups to quiet pauses at home - the woman who values people and relationships above all else.
My hope is that every Aurelium piece becomes part of your everyday, in all of life's little moments that matter most.
My Story
My love of jewellery began in high school. I had dozens of handmade earrings - big, small, modest, bold, silver, colourful, and made from all kinds of materials. Some were bought at craft markets, some from overseas travels, and others were from local boutiques. At the time, I couldn't quite articulate why I was drawn to them, but they meant more to me than anything else in my wardrobe.
Years later while in London on my big OE, I took up an evening silver jewellery course and immediately fell in love with the craft. It was then that I began to see things from a different perspective - as the maker, not the wearer. Sitting at the bench, shaping something with my own hands, I understood what I'd been drawn to all along - the unique story behind each creation, and the connection with the hands that made it. This is what gives handmade jewellery its magic. Each piece captures the essence of the maker and is like wearing a piece of their heart.
How Aurelium Began
After my working holiday visa ended and I moved back to NZ, I decided to turn this passion into a career. I completed a Bachelor of Design at Unitec in Auckland, majoring in Contemporary Jewellery. It was there that I refined the timeless, minimalist aesthetic that has become my signature style.
In 2017, I established Aurelium with a focus on authenticity, thoughtful design and high-quality craftsmanship. Now, back home in Christchurch with my husband and two young kids, I create jewellery grounded in connection and creativity, that not only brings joy to the wearer, but also lets their unique style shine through.
Jewellery With Purpose
I prioritise quality and eternal style over fleeting trends. My aim is to create versatile pieces that you'll reach for every day, allowing you to feel a meaningful connection in your everyday moments and rituals.
I draw inspiration from the urban environment and the world around me, particularly from interesting textures, geometric shapes and intriguing shadows. By producing in small batches I minimise waste, focus on quality craftsmanship and ensure that every detail gets the attention it deserves.
My jewellery has been worn by Jacinda Ardern, former Prime Minister of New Zealand, and Hayley Sproull, comedian, actor, and television and radio show host. Aurelium jewellery is stocked at a range of stores and boutiques throughout New Zealand.
Are you ready to find your next jewellery box staple?
Take a look around the shop to choose that special handcrafted piece that speaks to your heart