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This article is part of the inaugural Essentials Week. All week, GQ will celebrate the clothing we couldn’t live without and put you on to the best of the best.
 
For a while, it seemed the closest men came to statement jewellery was the watch they were inevitably gifted at 21. But things change with rapid speed in the world of style, and just as the male species has been quick to adopt questionable trends like jeggings, skinny ties, and straw hats in the past, thankfully jewellery—a trend we actually endorse—has also come to be embraced.
 
Whether we have Jack Sparrow or Harry Styles to thank, it’s hard to say. But one thing you can be certain of is that when it comes to jewellery, Australian brands are delivering the goods. Dotted across the country, you’ll find incredible local manufacturers of jewellery—many of which craft their wares by hand. And as a result, there is an abundance of uniquely designed, sustainability created jewellery for Australians to take advantage of. 
 
Just like the clothes you wear, jewellery is also a reflection of your personal style, which can make choosing it somewhat difficult—so many designers to choose from, so many different styles. But choosing your jewellery also comes with the conundrum that it’s likely to become a part of your everyday wear, and essentially your persona. For many, a ring, chain or bracelet is more similar to a tattoo they’ll never get removed than a pair of sneakers. 
 
As such, the jewellery we wear should reflect our personality and for some (or the majority, we’d hope) that means choosing products that are ethically produced, ethically sourced and that you would ultimately be proud to wear every single day. With that in mind, here are some of our favourite men’s jewellery brands that are pioneering local manufacturing and sustainability in the industry.
 
The best men’s jewellery brands in Australia