If we haven’t met yet, I’m Aslin — pronounced Usleen, although most people call me Azlyn or Azzy. I’m the founder of Lu&Lo Jewellery, a small, local jewellery business born from a lifelong love of jewellery and a family history of making it.

Some of my earliest memories are of watching my grandfather set diamonds in his basement studio. I was fascinated by the tiny details, the sparkle, and the idea that something so beautiful could be made by hand. I wasn’t allowed to touch anything, of course, but I was always watching.

My own path took me somewhere completely different. I spent 20 years working in the corporate world, including at one of Canada’s biggest television companies. It was a great career, but I always felt like there was something more I wanted to create.

So, before the pandemic, I took a leap of faith and started Lu&Lo.

Named after my two kids, Lu&Lo is my way of bringing together everything I love — beautiful jewellery, meaningful pieces and the joy of creating something of my own. What started as a little idea has grown into a small Canadian business that I’m incredibly proud of.

Every Lu&Lo piece is thoughtfully chosen or designed with everyday wear in mind. We work with 14K solid gold and keep our style minimal, delicate and timeless — pieces you can put on and never want to take off.

And because Lu&Lo is small and local, there’s a real person behind it. Your questions, your orders and your experience matter to me. I love knowing the stories behind the pieces people choose, whether it’s something special for yourself or a gift for someone you love.

Everything is proudly Canadian, and much of what we do happens right here in Toronto.

It hasn’t always been easy, but looking back, taking that leap was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.

I’m so happy you’re here — and I hope you find a piece that feels a little bit like you.