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17th Century Dress
Fashion has always been an ever-changing creature, so it’s no surprise that we look back on times long past and see nothing resembling present-day style. On top of that, the societal changes that have occurred between the 1600s and today are staggering, and it’s reflected in the dress sense of the time. In the 1600s, men and women both wore significantly more conservative clothing. Little more than face and hands were often exposed, with the addition of sometimes parts of the shoulders and chest. Let’s have a look at some of the key elements of 17th century dress. Reticella The reticella is an example of needle lace that became immensely…
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Spring/Summer 2020 jewellery style guide
With the weather being unseasonably mild, its time to turn your attention to your spring/summer wardrobe. If you’re anything like me, it’s a big relief when you get to shed the frumpy knitwear and heavy overcoats and step out in something that doesn’t mean loads of layers. However, you don’t have to stop at clothes, and you can give any outfit that extra summery touch with the right jewellery. Here’s my rundown of the biggest jewellery trends of spring/summer 2020 to give you some ideas for your own wardrobe. The statement earring One of this season’s biggest trends is set to be the statement earring. Introduce a splash of vibrancy…
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MEN’S BRACELET: A KEY TO MASTERING WRISTWEAR
The best thing about bracelets is that there’s always something for everyone. They are small and easily stackable. A bracelet isn’t quite the same as the other jewellery, like a wedding band or a chain. Your bracelet should always complement your appearance. Always wear your bracelet according to the event and match it with your outfit. For example, if you are wearing formal attire, a metallic bracelet like an adjustable ram bracelet will fit better. If you are out for a party or on a trip with your friends, you are mostly going to look best with a rough-edged kind of bracelet to enhance your casual look. While the watch…
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Acdria – Handmade In The UK
Acdria is a great British success story, a Liverpool based jewellery brand that specialises in creating beautiful pieces in resin that have ties to the natural world. The brand story began in 2012 when they created the Tiger Butterfly piece, but since then they have branched out with designs that include leaves, fans, flowers including poppies and yet more butterflies. Acdria Jewellery appeals to those who love pieces that are hand made and unusual, as well as nature lovers. The colours are vibrant and patterns that run through are intricate and delicate, giving each piece depth and character. I have a couple of pieces from the latest Acdria collections. The…
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Diamonds – No Longer A Girls Best Friend?
A kiss on the hand may be quite continental, but diamonds are a girls best friend. So sang the glorious Marilyn Monroe in the classic film ‘Gentleman Prefer Blondes’. But is this still the case in the 21st century. Are we still as enamoured with real bling as we once were? We know there has been a rise in the cost of precious metals like gold and silver, but are the precious rocks still to our taste? Well, the answer seems to depend on the age of the person asked. Insure4Retirement, a Home and Travel Insurance provider for the Over 50s found that 73% of people who completed a quote…














