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Alex Monroe off Seven Dials smells beautiful, like geranium and sandalwood, and on arrival you’re greeted with a light drink – which is a good job too, as trying to decide between the pieces is thirsty work.
The shop, like its jewellery, is discreet, elegant and quietly luxurious. The interiors are intimate and considered, with warm wood, antique display cases and botanical details that reflect Monroe’s signature aesthetic.
His most sought-after pieces (including the bumblebee necklace) sit alongside delicate gold designs and fine jewellery collections. There are initials and lockets, all manner of flora and fauna, and rings, earrings and necklaces. My personal favourite is the Sensory Devotion Large Charm Necklace from the Sense of Nature SS24 collection, drawing inspiration from milagros or ex-voto – traditional metal charms used as religious offerings across Mexico, Latin America and Italy. Alongside these symbolic motifs, the collection explores each of the five senses through intricate engravings. The result is a playful yet deeply personal series of pieces, blending historical references with Monroe’s signature attention to detail.
Whether selecting an everyday heirloom or commissioning something unique, the Alex Monroe flagship offers a refined, understated approach to luxury. –Amy Rose Holland
→ Shop: Alex Monroe (Covent Garden) • 33 Floral St • Mon-Wed 1030a-630p, Thu 11a-7p, Fri 1030a-630p, Sat 11a-7p, Sun 12-6p.