Unlike a Saturday morning at Mecca, where we stock up our carts with moisturisers and balms, or a late night online shop at Net-a-Porter after a few glasses of wine, the search for a new piece of jewellery is thoughtful, considered and personal. Our jewellery boxes tend to be filled with heirloom pieces, rings our grandmothers have passed on, friendship bracelets our girlfriends have gifted on birthdays, and bits and pieces we’ve treated ourselves to on special occasions.

And so it’s expected that when it comes to adding a new piece to our collections, it too will carry some sort of meaning. We’ll consciously think of jewellery trends - white gold, gold, gemstones and beads - of craftsmanship, quality and longevity.

And when it comes to Australian jewellery designers, there's a lot of exceptional talent on offer. Whether you’re looking for something bespoke and unique, pearls and precious metals, thin delicate pieces, or simply a new pair of gold hoops, there’s styles available for every taste and price point.

Here, InStyle has carefully curated the best Australian jewellery brands you need to have on your radar.