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This Season It Is all about The Hoop Earring.
Hoops have never been more popular. They have been a staple in fashion for centuries. Transcending cultures and eras. To become a timeless accessory. Whether you are a fan of minimalist jewellery or a bold statement piece, there is a pair of hoops earrings for...
Savour the Summer Styles
With summer here – well, that’s what they say! – it’s time to break out the summer jewellery styles that bring you on trend and give your holiday attire a bright boost. Top of the list this year is the Swifty style – a silver T-Bar style chain, an initial, a charm,...
Jewellery Trends 2024 – Ten of the best
As spring approaches and the over-the-top runway fashions are toned down for the high street, a number of key jewellery trends are emerging. If you pride yourself on staying current, why not check out some of these? PEARLS If Pearls make you think of single graduated...
YOUR VALENTINE
Mention the words Valentine’s Day and people immediately envision hearts and roses for their partner or lover. In reality, one of the most popular origins of the day has its roots in the love between friends. Valentine’s Day Origins Although there were numerous St...
Pearls – June Birthstone and Mother Nature’s Bounty
Pearls. A staple for the ages. Loved by Royalty. Worn by both women and men. One of nature’s greatest bounties. But if you are still stuck in the mindset of twinset and pearls, now is the time to get up to speed with the variety of styles, shapes and colours of...
Spring into colour
Now that the worst of the weather is behind us, the clocks have gone forward and the daffodils and crocuses are sprouting with fervour, it’s time to think spring. And this year’s jewellery and fashion trends are bright colours and pastel fashions. Greens, purples and...
Aquamarine – the colour of the sea
Aquamarine, the birthstone of March, is named for its clarity and similarity to the clearest sea water. Unlike many gemstones, they can retain their depth of colour and clarity even when the stone is quite large; hence a number of famous deeply-coloured aquamarines...
A riot of Red
Don’t you just love this time of year? The nights are drawing in. People are beginning to think of the coming Christmas season. The shops are gearing up for their festive windows and, after the pastels and pale colours of summer, we are thrown again into a rich riot...
Making it personal
Jewellery has long been associated with memories of the people who have gifted it; or been chosen in remembrance of a loved one no longer with us. Some jewellery, such as the traditional charm bracelet, has been used as a reminder of special events, occasions, travels...
Royalty – the poster girls for brooches
With the Platinum Jubilee of HM Queen Elizabeth II upon us, all eyes will once again be on the royal family, what they wear and their accessory jewellery. And, as has been the case throughout Her Majesty’s reign, you can be sure that brooches will be front and centre,...