AUGUST 2024
5 MICRONS
WITH EMILY QUIGLEY
ONE
Who is Emily Quigley?
My name is Emily Quigley. I am a mum of a beautiful little boy with another baby on the way. We live on my husband’s family farm in Central NSW. I run a pearl jewellery business with a flagship store and workroom in Trangie NSW.
TWO
You own a beautiful pearl jewellery brand Peggy & Twig – talk to us about the brand, how did it come about and what inspired the brand to what it is today?
Jewellery making was a creative pastime that began during my uni days in Armidale and continued throughout my school teaching years. Peggy & Twig was featured in the early days of the Buy From The Bush drought initiative, and this transitioned my hobby to a full-time business which overtook my teaching career. The brand is very close to my heart and has evolved over the past five years into a classic and timeless choice for new and returning customers.
THREE
You have a lovely shop in Trangie NSW where you showcase your jewellery. How would you describe your aesthetic?
Peggy & Twig is brought together by minimal and classic quality finishes with a contemporary edge. The design of our workroom and store is the product of a purposefully renovated former stock and station agent building which reflects what we create. The brand aesthetic has evolved as my personal style and taste have developed over the years. It’s a treat to come to work in our Peggy & Twig space.
FOUR
You always look so stylish. What is your go-to look for a typical workday?
Comfort is key. I wear natural fibres and love a neutral or classic
palette. I am usually wearing jeans and boots with a cozy woollen knit.
FIVE
What are your top tips for starting and running a luxury jewellery brand?
Knowing your customer and being consistent throughout all touch points is essential. I also think efficient systems are important for smooth operations in a team. Speaking of team, the people in our P&T team ensure everything runs smoothly and they are a pleasure to work with. The right people half your problems, the wrong people double them. Our small but mighty team is fabulous!
SIX
What do you love about Australian merino wool?
I love the warmth that merino wool offers without wearing bulky clothes to stay cozy.
EIGHT
QUICK FIRE QUESTIONS
What are you currently reading ? The Soulmate by Sally Hepworth
What are you binging on TV? The Olympics
What Podcasts are in your ears? Articles of Interest
Favourite flowers? Magnolia
Favourite scent? Le Labo Santal 33
Favourite Fashion Brands? Levi 501 jeans, Scanlan Theodore for something special, COS for the basics, RM Williams boots, Joslin knits, Lee Mathews dresses and Lié Studio leather.
Fave piece from our AW24 collection? The Amber Vest is my favourite. I can wear it over a dress or with jeans. It is a great style for a growing baby too.
Dream Purchase? An apartment in Paris.
Holiday Destination? Shoal Bay, central coast NSW
Do you have a superpower?! Organisation and finding pockets of time to work around my young family.
