Who are we?
It's a family affair.
We're Esther and Kathleen McFarlane, the mother and daughter team behind McFarlane Fine Jewellery.
From our atelier in Switzerland we create fine jewellery with colour, character and a few clever surprises. Think rich, colourful gemstones, clean lines and pieces that transform with you.
Our pieces are made in recycled 18ct gold. Designed to be worn, loved and made your own.
Photographed left to right by the talented Fiona Murtaj: Stephanie, Slava, Kathleen, Esther and Daiana.
One bench. One laptop.
Two McFarlanes.
Our business began in 2013 in Esther’s home workshop, bringing together a goldsmith’s experience and her daughter’s ambition.
Esther began her craft at seventeen, training at Bucherer in Switzerland before pursuing her fascination with gemstones in South Africa. Kathleen grew up beside the jewellery bench, watching ideas become pieces that people treasure.
Together, we turned that lifelong connection into a family business. In 2018, we put our name above the door.
Serious about our craft.
Playful by design.
We love the unexpected. An unusual combination of colours, a diamond discovered on closer inspection, an earring that offers more than one way to wear it.
Our collections draw on places, memories and details that have stayed with us. From the shifting light of the Serengeti to childhood summers by the sea.
Every design considers how a piece feels as carefully as how it looks. Comfort, movement and versatility are part of its beauty.
From our atelier
to you.
We make our jewellery in Switzerland, working alongside specialist casters, setters and engravers who share our care for the details.
Esther touches every piece that leaves our workshop and when you get in touch, you’re speaking with us. Whether you’re choosing your first McFarlane piece, reimagining a family heirloom or dreaming up something entirely your own, we’d love to hear your story.
Your story, in gold.