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Five accessories you can’t live without this summer
Every good fashionista knows it is the accessories that make an outfit. It is these small finishing touches that pull clothes together and take your style up a notch. The summer is filled with accessories from bangle and charm bracelets to straw hats and seventies style sunglasses and each trend has its own rule book for styling up your look with said accessories. There are a plethora of accessories to choose from, but if you really want to round off a look with minimal fuss and maximum ease, here are our top five picks of this summer’s must-have accessories. Bangles The tribal trend is going to be a strong look…
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Valentine’s jewellery ideas – The independents.
This time next week some of us are going to be severely disappointed as we are handed another supermarket bouquet. But this year there are an abundance of beautiful and unique Valentine’s jewellery gifts that are perfect for those who enjoy a gift that is a little bit unusual. Valentine’s day is a great time to support local companies, independent artisans and up and coming designers. Here are a few names for you to watch out for, along with some of their key picks for the romantic season. JBD London Jewels by Design is a company which creates beautiful bespoke pieces using vintage jewellery that are then reworked into totally…
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Zara Taylor London – My picks.
I was recently invited to choose some pieces from the fabulous jewellery collection of Zara Taylor London. For those not familiar with the brand, Zara Taylor jewellery is full of beautiful, vintage inspired pieces that incorporate vintage beads and stones into new designs. Many are made using original tools to help replicate antique pieces from a bygone age. I love the designs, which just scream originality, and I’m in good company. Celebrity fans include Taylor Swift, Jessie J, and the girls from Made In Chelsea. When Kerry Katona entered the Big Brother House, she was wearing a Zara Taylor design. Here are the pieces I chose from the latest collection.…
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Edie Sedgwick – My Earring Idol.
I spent most of this gloriously sunny weekend reading the fantastic book ‘Edie – Girl on Fire’ about the tragic 60s icon and Factory Girl Edie Sedgwick. I found myself pouring over the great photographs of her, admiring her style, but mainly admiring her wealth of chandelier and long, dangling earrings. Of course, Edie style is well-known, the beatnik black and white looks, the tights worn as trousers with the shortest of mini dresses or jumpers over the top, Edie was a style icon who is still revered today. Another member of the 27 club. Edie remains a young and beautiful presence who continues to fascinate. But it those earrings…
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A glittering event at Swarovski Crystallized.
The Swarovski Crystalized flagship store, on Great Marlborough Street, London, was the scene of a fabulous, sparkly party last week. This event was held as part of the 30 days of Fashion and Beauty event. And Fashion-Mommy was on hand to bring you all the gossip and pictures. The store, for those who have never visited, is a bright and shiny palace in which to worship the beautiful Swarovski jewels. On two levels, the top floor contains a chic bar and seating area, complete with the most gorgeous silver seating I have ever seen. Each specially invited guest was given tickets for drinks, this being sparkling Prosecco complete with raspberries…
