Corky Saint Clair specialises in bespoke rings using Australian Sapphires and ethically sourced gems.
Corky Saint Clair specialises in bespoke rings featuring Australian sapphires and ethically sourced gems. Our designs honour classic jewellery traditions while introducing a distinctive modern edge through colour, unusual Australian stones, and contemporary layouts — all expressed through the precision of local craftsmanship.
Our studio, set in the heart of the CBD, is a serene sanctuary filled with natural light and a lush indoor garden. It is a place to pause, relax, and feel inspired while we work together to create your dream ring.
Whether you visit in person or connect remotely, our award-winning team is dedicated to guiding you with care from your first consultation through to the finished piece.
As a small studio, we give each commission our full attention, from design through to delivery and with thoughtful aftercare once your piece is in your hands. Every client works directly with us, ensuring the process is personal, detailed, and rewarding
CORKY SAINT CLAIR: A MELBOURNE INSTITUTION
Founded in 2003 in the much-loved Campbell Arcade, now based in The Century Building, Melbourne.
VISITING THE STUDIO
Everyone is welcome at Corky Saint Clair. As we are a working design space rather than a retail shop, visits are by appointment. This allows us to prepare gemstones and materials that reflect your taste, ensuring your time with us is focused, personal, and rewarding.
For many clients, the process begins online. By browsing our collection beforehand and sharing your preferences in advance, you help us create a consultation that feels tailored to you. When you arrive, everything you see will speak directly to your vision.
WORKING WITH CLIENTS NEAR AND FAR
Our bespoke service extends well beyond Melbourne. We design engagement rings and special commissions for clients across Australia, New Zealand, and overseas, guiding you through the process by phone or online. Photographs, video, and sketches are provided at every stage so you can follow the progress of your piece with confidence.
Each commission includes complimentary ring sizers and resizing after purchase if required, so your ring fits perfectly. Finished pieces are delivered securely by DHL, wherever you are.
COLLECTING ONLINE ORDERS
Alongside custom work, we also offer a ready-to-wear collection of necklaces, earrings, and rings. These can be purchased online and collected from our studio. Simply let us know before you arrive so we can have your order ready. Our team is available Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm, and happy to share images or video to make choosing easier.
Saturday Consults
ISLANDS IN BLOOM EXHIBITION
ISLANDS IN BLOOM – MELBOURNE DESIGN WEEK 2025
JOIN US AT CORKY SAINT CLAIR. May 17 and 18 at Corky Saint Clair. 10am to 5pm
For Melbourne Design Week 2025, we’ve created a collection inspired by the flora and natural world of 沖縄 (Okinawa). Each piece draws on botanical textures, organic forms, and the layered landscapes of these southern islands.
At the heart of this collection are 再結晶のエメラルド (recrystallised emeralds) — gemstones we sourced in January 2025 at the Tokyo Gem Fair. These lab-grown stones are formed from fragments of natural Colombian emeralds, transforming material that would normally be discarded into something luminous, structured, and enduring.
We’ve paired these gems with traditional hand-carving techniques, reworking age-old craft into new, sustainable forms.
This is a study in renewal: of material, of process, of design.
See the collection here
A labour of love
A fair amount of lateral thinking was used to mount Jasmine’s incredible 11 carat Smokey Quartz, (cut by a family member). We built an Art Deco cage of solid gold to protect the quartz and showcase its intricate beauty.
This dazzling pendulum style pendant is both stylish and wearable. More importantly, it allows Jasmine to carry a piece of her personal history with her. Jasmine was an amazing client and we loved working on this project with her.
RECENT CUSTOM WORK
