Next, we sat down with Sophie Kahn, the co-founder of sustainable jewelry brand, Aurate.
“The premise is simple. Make jewelry that is worthy of those who wear it. In other words, we design fine jewelry that is not only beautiful on the outside, but also of the highest quality, fairly priced, and ethically sourced. We believe in empowering our consumer through the jewelry she wears and what it stands for.”
Sophie hand-picked The Tastemaker, which features roses and delphinium in stunning shades of ivory and purple. “I chose The Tastemaker. First, because I love the way it looks. I love a bouquet that looks more raw, wild, and natural (just like I like our gold to be natural). Plus, I like the name in the sense that, at Aurate, we also try to taste-make. Not only in the sense of aesthetics, but also in our belief-system of giving back and sustainability.”
When asked what advice she has for women looking to start their own company, she states “Just DO IT. Don't get bogged down by self-doubt. I hear a lot of people talking about it but never really going for it. My philosophy is to just go and do it. You will truly learn along the way.”