ROUX
Jewellery
WELCOME
Your jewellery says something about you,
...about your taste and judgement,
Does it talk or shout?
Roux began as jewellers in Southampton in 1982. Fashion sense was questionable at the least.
Times have changed - beautiful accessories now mean individuality. "Roux" moved with the times but kept its passion for personal service.
Of course, you'll still find everything you're looking for, you'll find things you did not expect and many of the things you desire, too...
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The services
The watch that loves to lose a minute, the diamond ring that gives you a twisted wink, or that wild idea you had for a sapphire pendant that looks like the tattoo on the shoulder of your first heartbreak.
You'll find them all here, your designs, our designs, being created, mended, straightened and made ready to step out on stage again.
Roux is a proper, old-time jeweller on a modern stage.
Or maybe we're an entertainer.
There's no sin in showing off.
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GALLERY
Our designs
WORKING
At 100 feet under or 37,000 feet up!
CONTACT
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No. 107, East Street, Southampton, S014 3HH. Tel. 023 80 221132
No. 1, Edinburgh Road, Portsmouth, P01 1DE. Tel. 023 92 865360
Design Innovation Award, sponsored by the Platinum Guild announce Platinum Designer of The Year 2008
David Roux - Dead Mans Hand Pendant
Hand carved in wax then cast in platinum totaling 18 grams. Grasping a peacock blue Tahitian Black Pearl and wearing a 22ct gold peso coin ring (in minature) and 22ct gold bracelet.
Judged by celebrity jewellery designer Stephen Webster who had recently designed for Johnny Depp's character; Captain Jack Sparrow, the Dead Mans Hand was a worthy winner in depicting mans greed, even in death.
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The Perfect Diamond Ring
For some, quality far outweighs size. Here we have an example of a ring we made for a gentleman who felt his perfect lady deserved the perfect diamond ring. A Flawless Diamond of the finest white, cut with perfect symmetry and proportions to guarentee that it's inner fire was unquestionably breath-taking. Set into an elegant platinum twist setting.
The perfect diamond ring
Do not hesitate to ask if you wish for some diamond knowledge and advice without the pressures of salesmen.
Motel66
Motel66. Silver jewelry capturing that perfect setting: The Motel that scares the hell out of the honeymooners, the place you don't tell Ma and Pa you're staying, after hours liquor, dancing girls work the room out back, Struggling Rock Stars check in and never check out, broken pay phone, buzzing neons, creepy owner, the crumbling all Americana hedonistic icon of Rock'n'Roll, check in at Motel66
The finest quality silver jewellery available for those who wish to make a statement. The choice of Mickey Rourke and Dita Von teese to name a few. A full range in store.
FROM BARNACLED POCKET WATCHES TO WEDDING RINGS
The Kyarra was a twin-masted schooner-rigged steamer, built in 1903 by the W. Denny Brothers ship builders, Dumbarton on the river Clyde, Scotland.
She was launched on 2 February 1903. 415 feet 5 inches long and weighed 6953 tons. Her purpose was not only carry fare paying passengers but also a range of general cargo. This meant she had an impressive 42 first class, 3 berth cabins. 20 second class cabins each with 8 berths. Not surprisingly for such an elegant ship she also had a number of state rooms.
On 26 May 1918 the Kyarra sailed West along the South coast of England making her way towards Plymouth. As the Kyarra started to move around Anvil point, Swanage, no one on board could have known she was being watched. She was torpedoed by German U-Boat 57 and sank in 20 minutes and now lies 31 metres down.
Re-discovered in 1967, her hold has produced bottles of wine, champagne, Worcester sauce and perfect bottles of Chanel perfume. Pat and Pete Owners of Divers Down, Swanage, contacted David Roux of Roux Jewellers to undertake the job of making their wedding rings from the cases of numerous gold watches found in the ships hold. Pete who bears a jagged scar from a conger eel who watched over the gold, had found many of the watches in his time diving on the wreck. Its a great way to keep the history of the ship going. Fellow diver David Roux worked with Laurie Gould of Goulds Jewellers, in cleaning, refining and modeling the gold into the final two wedding bands, finished with a hand engraving from expert Peter Harris from the Isle Of Wight:
SS. Kyarra - Sunk 1918, Pat & Pete Treasure Hunters 2009
BJØRG
Guest Designer
The Bjørg jewellery collection includes necklaces, rings, earrings, bracelets and pendants.
All materials are natural, precious and pure. Most of the jewellery is based on the natural shape of the material. The jewellery designs are modern, elegant and feminine. So they can be worn at any time of day and for all occasions.
Björg is dedicated to creating pieces that enhance and emphasize the personality and character of the wearer. Apart from the colours and the striking combination of glamour and natural appeal, innovation and courage are the key elements. Björg's designs are always about emotion and flair - and about finding beauty, even in imperfection!
For me jewellery is a very intimate thing which reflects our passions and emotions. I believe we all need joy and some glitz in our lives, and l feel very privileged to have the opportunity to make a difference to other people by adding some sparkle to special occasions as well as those random days in between!
Björg
