Xander Kostroma
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Crystal Jewellery
Anything in your life is possible.
Xander Kostroma creates collections of crystal jewellery, home and body crystals and bohemian inspired accessories uniquely crafted for women who are looking for a deeper connection when it comes to their own sense of fashion and personal style. Xander Kostroma crystal jewellery is handmade in small batches using fairly sourced crystals and 925 sterling silver or gold-plated components. All jewellery is tested and certified to be lead, cadmium and nickel free.
Crystals have been used throughout the ages by healers and it’s said that, when worn or held close to the body, crystals allow the wearer to connect with the healing energy they contain inside. Popular crystals in the collection include: Agate, Amethyst, Rose Quartz and Turquoise.
Xander is inspired by the world around him. His brand reflects his love for nature using semi precious stone crystals, elements of wood, rattan and mother of pearl with 925 sterling silver & gold plate.
Xander firmly believes that: Anything in life is possible. No matter what your background, you just need to focus on what you want, believe you already have it and then you will create it.
Sound interesting?!
HOW WE OPERATE
Design and development starts in Xander’s home studio in Portugal. Once a sample is finalized, the production is passed over to his friend Lydia who’s based in Handan City. Xander met Lydia through an old contact while he was working in buying & merchandising. Lydia is Head of jewellery production, works from her studio with her Assistant, Lily. Both women are young mums and between them, lead by Lydia’s expertise, they handmake all pieces of jewellery for the brand. Lydia & Lila have been friends for almost 20 years and live close to one another.
Once production is finished, everything is shipped to the warehouse in Swansea. Tory, the Assistant Manager, over-sees the warehouse with Sam. They pick, lovingly pack and send out all orders for the brand togteher. Both woman are also young mums. Tory is a qualified children’s swimming instructor, while Sam, looks after children during school lunch break’s. Xander and Tory are friends for more than 15+ years! They met and bonded over their love for music at a festival in Swansea meanwhile, Xander has been friends with Sam since he was 21. Finally, all of the styles are shot by Amy, our in-house model from her back garden and from around her home in Northamptonshire. Amy is currently studying her Masters and models part-time to help fund her studies. Xander met Amy on Instagram.
ABOUT XANDER…
Xander was born into a single parent, working class family in Swansea. Aged just 16, he found himself homeless. Thick skinned, he knew that his first priority was for him to earn a living. He found a job working nights as a pot washer at a local restaurant, while during the days, he continued his studies in school. A year later, he left the restaurant to work in the coffee shop at Marks & Spencer’s.
Xander was promoted to store Visual Merchandiser which was where his interest in fashion began. Moreover, he realized his passion for jewellery. At 19 he left M&S to start his first company selling ex high street clothing on eBay which was where he learnt about selling online.
His interests continued to grow.
Aged 22, Xander accepted a head office role in Manchester working as an Assistant Merchandiser for JD Sports. Xander lived in Manchester for 2 years until 2012 when he emigrated to Ticino, Switzerland to work in a head office role at Vans.
He left VF International late 2013 to go freelance. In 2015, he founded his company Xander Kostroma Fashion Ltd acquiring an exclusive license to produce jewellery and accessories for a UK brand, launching the division.
In 2018, Xander left the license to concentrate on his own projects, one of which was the successful creation of his own name collection; Xander Kostroma® which he launched though his UK concessions Freemans.com & Lookagain.co.uk. The successful launch cemented a name for himself as a stand alone brand.
The global pandemic.affected us all. It was during summer 2020 that Xander left Switzerland and relocated to Lisbon, Portugal and has happily, settled into his new Portuguese life.
About Jewellery
This limited-edition design is made from 100% cotton canvas and comes in a medium weight. The eco shopping bag features a black base, with the Xander Kostroma skull logo in a white repeat pattern which has been digitally printed. It also has reinforced canvas strap handles that are durable and can carry your every day, #plasticfree essentials with ease.
Handmade using raw crystals, our suncatcher’s are the perfect addition welcoming crystal healing into your home. Each piece is completely unique and measures approx. 30cm drop. These look best when placed near a South facing window allowing the most natural sunlight to be reflected back into your home, bringing you peace and tranquiliy in your living space.
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