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Vanities
GOLDEN DAYS
Vanities
GOLDEN DAYS
GOLDEN DAYS
Vanities/Style
New ethical-sourcing mandates make it easier to buy green—and make a statement
Alexis Kanter
As the worldwide demand for gold and diamonds rises, so too does the consumer understanding that even the most beautiful jewelry, when paired with environmental irresponsibility, is a recipe for buyer's remorse. NGOs like the World Wide Fund for Nature have issued watchdog reports that highlight muchneeded policy changes, and fine jewelers across the board are making strides to apply their exacting quality standards to their sustainability practices. Chopard's necklacefashioned from 64.34 carats of Responsible Jewelry Council-certified diamonds, set in 18-karat white Fairmined gold—is one realization of the 21st-century notion of true luxury: extravagant pleasure without eco-guilt.
