In today’s Down To Earth episode, Melissa Joy Manning sits down to talk about her ethically sourced jewelry line, two years after she spoke at Marist Fashion’s Annual Brunch event. Learn more about how her brand defines all aspects of sustainability, from motion sensor lights in her studio and stores to minimal packaging. Ashley also hears what Melissa said that left Diane Von Furstenberg, herself, speechless.

Melissa Joy Manning is a socially responsible fine jewelry brand featuring unique, modern designs influenced by her passion for travel, art, and culture. As the co-chair of the CFDA Sustainability Committee, and as an advisory board member of Nest, Melissa continues not only to push the perceptions of precious, but also those of manufacturing processes in the fashion and jewelry worlds. Every piece is meticulously handcrafted by a talented team of jewelers in their Green Certified Berkeley, CA studio. Melissa’s work can be found in very select accounts worldwide and at her namesake boutiques in Berkeley, CA and Brooklyn, NY.

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