Author: Jewellery Monthly

INEDIT… The story of a passion. INEDIT has been designing and crafting jewels since 1984 in a workshop based in Rouen. The jewellers have an experienced team of designers, jewellers, setters, polishers and gemologists who thrive on bringing perfection to each item of jewellery created. Every jewellery item is unique because they are crafted by exceptional artists reflecting the French traditional jewellery Know‐how. Gemstones and diamonds used for each item of jewellery are carefully selected and fully certified. Every stone is unheated and used without any kind of treatment. INEDIT have been awarded Two of the most prestigious professional labels:…

Fly Me to Jupiter collection launch by new Hackney-based designer Kassandra Lauren Gordon Private View: Monday 2nd – 6pm – 9pm Exhibition Dates Tuesday 3rd – Sunday 8th March 2015 Tuesday-Friday 10am-8pm, Saturday 11am-6pm, Sunday 11am-5pm The Corner Shop, Craft Central, 21 Clerkenwell Green, London EC1R 0DX Exciting new jeweller Kassandra Lauren Gordon launches her first collection Fly Me to Jupiter in The Corner Shop Gallery for women who want to make a habit of success and confidence. Fly Me to Jupiter is inspired by space as a symbol for boldness, new experiences and self-acceptance. Experience as a domestic violence…

Fancy a little drive, the wind in your hair, beautiful countryside…but not so keen on visiting castles, abbeys or birthplaces? Let me take you on a JEWELLERY ROADTRIP! No, not to the Hampton Courts, Giant Causeways or Blenheim Palaces of the industry, but its secret walled gardens, picturesque manor houses and stunning vistas…..yes, the little gems off the beaten track. Places, where you’re not just sold pricey tickets and pre-packed sandwiches, but offered home-made cakes, freshly brewed coffee and a smile… metaphorically speaking! So fasten your seatbelts……..and bring an overnight bag! Let’s start our trip in the capital: NUDE JEWELLERY…

Saint Valentines Day originated as a western feast day honouring one of the early saints Valentinus. It wasn’t until the 14th century is was associated with romantic love by well known poet Geoffrey Chaucer as the tradition of ‘courtly love’ become popular. Spawning a change in the 18th century to an occasion of presenting lovers with flowers, confectionary, gifts and hand written notes called valentines. We still mark this annual event with expressions of love and romance although sadly not classed as a public holiday. With flowers, chocolates and cards are the easy win, it can be made even more special…

Making sure you get the right diamond ring to fit perfectly on your hand can be quite an important factor. Before you purchase that diamond ring, you may need to take several things into consideration: Length and width of finger. Hand type and shape. Skin hue and tone. With these factors taken into consideration, it could give you a better idea of what ring and diamond shape will suit the person in mind. Please have a go on our digital interactive diamond ring sizer. We hope this will really help you out. How to use: 1) If you click on…

Competition time!!! Melina Jewellery would like to give Megan a new home to a lucky winner for valentines. Meet Megan: The wrath of Zeus Imagine! They dared to disobey me! Me! Zeus! God of the sky and supreme ruler of the Olympian gods! Yet I was clear, was I not? Did I not tell them their fate should they displease me? But displease me they did. And so I punished them – those clouds that failed to part when I wanted sun; the moons that hid themselves on those many occasions when I wanted to make love. And now they…

Our trend setter Cherie popped out this week and decided to make a few purchases on the high street at TOPSHOP. After spending some time looking through their wide range of glam and trendy jewellery, Cherie decided to make some purchases. Cherie comments: “It’s all about choker necklaces this month, it’s kind of a big thing at the moment. There are some great designs out there. As it’s winter I like to really add some colour to my outfits. Winter fashion clothing tends to be blacks, greys and browns. Especially if you wear faux or knitted garments. High street jewellery…

The Philippines announce headliners for London Fashion Week’s International Fashion Showcase 2015 The British Council and the British Fashion Council’s International Fashion Showcase arrives on the 19th of February. The event runs in parallel with London Fashion Week and its aim is to promote talented and aspiring fashion designers from participating countries, embassies and cultural institutions. Hot tipped as the country to watch out for, the Philippines’ six rising star talents will showcase their AW15 collections inspired by the folklore and mythical creatures of tales and legends that have dominated Philippine culture and society. The Philippines is renowned for producing…

Hatton Garden Bespoke Diamond Jewellery Workshop is a company based in London which produces exquisite, unique jewellery, that would without a doubt, take pride of place in any girls collection! Having seen a wide range of beautiful jewellery from various companies, if anyone out there is looking for the perfect ring that is likely to guarantee a resounding ‘YES’, give this guy a call! HG (as his clients know him for confidential reasons) has worked incredibly hard to get where he is today, gaining many years experience along the way and has resulted in a passionate desire to reach people…

What a spectacular 5 day event at the Spring Fair – Jewellery & Watch Birmingham 2015. Jewellery designers, retailers, manufacturers and jewellery service providers from all over the world attended. Spring Fair International is organised by the i2i Events Group, part of Top Right Group. Spring Fair takes place at the NEC Birmingham annually in February and is a retail buying event where buyers come to source their stock for the coming year. The Jewellery Stands This gives everyone in the jewellery industry the opportunity to make new connections and develop exciting business proposals. All the exhibition stands oozed style…

Every piece has a story Unique, creative and handmade in the UK. These are jewellery pieces hand crafted with love. They are made using a variety of techniques including knitting, bead weaving, crochet, sewing and embroidery. Whether you are looking for something for formal wear or something to wear for fun you will find it here. You’ll find something to match your tastes amongst our range of artisanal jewellery. Each piece has style and character. We now also deliver to Europe. Look out for the Purple and Gold collections. The perfect gift. Our latest range includes: Adele – natural lava…

Cara Delevingne took to the catwalk fronting the new Spring/Summer 2015 TOPSHOP collection. Boasting yellows, blues and lipstick reds, the collection is very vibrant and sophisticated. Cara seemed to be really enjoying the show and looked great in the gold dress towards the end of the new TOPSHOP range. Watch out for our jewellery model Cherie’s review on TOPSHOP chocker Jewellery coming soon. TOPSHOP will continue its drive to democratise the fashion industry by producing its most socially accessible fashion show to date. In a dynamic move which celebrates the prominence of social giants INSTAGRAM and FACEBOOK, TOPSHOP is enabling…

From Madrid to New York, from London to Milan… and finally Paris. What will be the main colours on the catwalks for the next Fall-Winter? PRECIOSA presents four palettes in collaboration with Pantone confirming the versatility of the crystals, a real must-have for the fashion system. Forget the dreary winter shades of gray and black! Fall and Winter 2015/2016 collection presented by PRECIOSA and Pantone is colour celebration. Their latest joint colour trends for fashion accessories is full of muted, yet strong and surprisingly colourful combinations. From the legendary Bohemian region, cradle of the most ancient tradition of the crystals,…

The fast growing trend of fingerprint jewellery is becoming increasingly popular, particularly among women. Could any other keepsake hold such an intense Beauty and sentiment than a stunning piece of jewellery imprinted with a loved ones fingerprint? Prints Charming is a company that specialises in exquisite jewellery designs, inspired by the beauty of what makes us distinctive. No two individuals would ever posses identical fingerprints. This company also caters for men, producing items such as cuff links and leather style bracelets! Prints Charming was launched in March 2011 by Kathryn Caterer, who, after having her daughter decided to take on…

Although not every girls choice, and perhaps considered by some as a fading trend in wedding attire, Tiaras are far from being a dying adornment, as they continue to inspire jewellers and are increasingly recognised to remain one of the most flattering and versatile forms of wedding jewellery. Celebrities and royals such as Kate Middleton wearing a tiara at her own wedding has massively influenced many a brides desire to wear a tiara. Tiaras often appeal to the more traditional bride. Although modern day would suggest many brides should go for a far more simplistic approach to their overall wedding…

Birds of Paradise – The opulent new jewellery collection created by Hinna Azeem. An exotic range of bright rings, colourful bracelets, beautiful earrings and vibrant necklaces. ‘Treasures of planet earth’ – Charles Darwin. Nearing the end of the 17th Century, an explorer once known to many travelled the world in search of its greatest beauties. He was a pioneer, an inquisitor, who wanted nothing more than for the whole of Europe to enjoy his wondrous relics. ­In his quest to find the greatest natural beauty, he happened upon a land west of the Coral Sea. On this island he unearthed…

Pricing and prestige If prestige and quality are important factors when choosing your wedding band you would most likely save your pennies or take out a sizeable loan and go for platinum! Most high street jewellers will emphasise the advantages of strength and lack of ware and tear with platinum rings. However this is when one compares platinum to gold. Durability Interestingly, titanium is in fact the hardest metal in the world, making these wedding bands significantly more resistant to dents and scratches, sliding platinum into second place for many! Although titanium is more resistant to damage it is important…

This Month Cherie looks at colourful fashion jewellery and shows us how simple accessories can make you pop out from the crowd any day of the week. Cherie takes a look at: 1) A selection of colourful bangles. £6.99. 2) Colourful beaded and spike necklaces. £8.99. 3) Simple dress rings with hearts, stars and gemstones. £1.99 each. Cherie comments: “High street Jewellery from accessory stores can really give you a nice edge throughout the week. As the summer months are nearly gone, I decided to look for something colourful and fun as a reminder of what a really fantastic summer…

Win £300 of Wedding Stationery from Bride & Groom Direct To be in with a chance of winning simply upload a picture of your engagement ring to this Facebook page and use the hashtag #BrideAndGroomDirectRing Competition Closes: 31st January Winner Announced: 6th February Any new images will be uploaded onto the Bride and Groom Direct blog and can be viewed here http://www.brideandgroomdirect.co.uk/blog/ring/ Some of the entries so far.

It is believed by many spiritualists that the colour silver represents intuition, imagination and illusion. It is traditionally thought that silver is associated with mystery, femininity and female power, holding spiritual meaning, that of the moons energy, linked with what some describe as female energy. It is believed by some that silver is a powerful spiritual precious metal that contains healing and health boosting energies. Many spiritualists suggest it can be incredibly beneficial in the release of physical, emotional and mental balance. Often used as a form of natural healing with problems such as period pains and hormonal imbalances. Silver,…

There’s something beautiful in capturing a moment in time. A unique print taken from someone you love, be it your husband, wife, or in many cases a child. Now imagine you can keep that moment with you forever. Sealing in silver the fingerprint of a loved one. Emotion, devotion, intense in each piece. Each line and imperfection captured from that precise moment. A symbol of love, a keepsake to treasure. A piece of jewellery that holds a story grabs people’s attention. It’s not only incredibly beautiful but has deeper meaning for each individual fortunate enough to have discovered these inspired…

Chelsea Old Town Hall will be the venue for the renowned Desire Fair from 6-8 March 2015. This stunning mixed media jewellery and silversmithing event where visitors can purchase direct from contemporary designer makers selected from the best in the UK is an event not to be missed. Desire offers visitors a choice of around 90 individual jewellers and silversmiths who have been selected for their superb and innovative craftsmanship and have a genuine passion for the work they create. Visitors can see and purchase from an exciting range from both emerging British talent as well as more established designer…

1) In public in front of thousands of people. So you have plans to humiliate your wife to be in front of thousands of people? Maybe you have ideas to pop the question at the next big football game, live on TV, or at the annual beer festival? The last thing your princess wants to see is you bending down on one knee with a microphone in your hand. Romance? There shall be none! 2) Propose without a ring or something stupid instead of the actual ring. Your finances prevent the purchase of a ring but can’t wait to pop…

ANTWERP- The Fine Jewellery Group announces the launch of an innovative and wearable diamond jewellery collection at VicenzaOro 2015 Fine Jewellery Group, a pure sang and progressive jewellery manufacturer is delighted to unveil a dazzling collection at one of the most inspiring B2B tradeshows of the year. A delicate ensemble of more than 450 unique designs complement the existing meticulously crafted basic ranges. This bold collection includes a selection of elegant rings, pendants, earrings and bangles, offering an interesting fusion between design and engineering. The more traditional concepts are given a subtle yet distinctive twist. “A more daring approach will…

Jewellery doesn’t come much more unique than this elegant and stylish poppy necklace from the Royal British Legion, which has been commissioned to help commemorate the Centenary of the First World War (1914-1918). The design of the unique and exclusive Centenary Flanders Fields Poppy Necklace is based on a 100 year old dried and flattened real poppy from Private Len Smith’s diary. Private Smith, a veteran who lived until 1974, plucked the poppy from No Man’s Land in 1915 and preserved it in his illustrated diary. Artist Stephen Allen then created a sculpture of the poppy for TMB Art Metal…

Have you ever been at the receiving end of a retail service and thought to yourself, “I could do this better?” That’s exactly the story behind TheDiamondStore.co.uk, now one of UK’s most popular online jewellers. Only eight years ago the e-tailer’s CEO, Gary Ingram, was shopping for THE ring. Like all men who’re about to propose, he wanted the diamond to be perfect. But as most guys who’ve shopped for an engagement ring know, the process can be gobsmackingly confusing. “How many times can you go back to a jeweller to ask questions, before it gets embarrassing?” An engagement ring…

Back to the future with headband jewellery straight out of the 1920’s. Our fashion jewellery model Cherie, tells Jewellery Monthly what’s hot and trending at the moment. Cherie explains: “Jewelled headband accessories date way back to the 1920’s. It gives you that Festival/Boho* look. They are easy to wear and come in many different shapes, sizes and styles to suit your own preferences. They give you the glam factor, whilst accentuating and shaping your face. The styles available are plentiful, you can choose from: Indian, bohemian, bridal head dress and hippie headbands”. *Boho-chic is a style of fashion drawing on…

The Dolce&Gabbana Women Summer 2015 collection is inspired by the heritage of the Spanish culture on Sicily’s history. The Sacred Heart is the main symbol of the collection and it is found embroidered or printed on most of the pieces. The choice of the carnation was made not only because it is a flower that recalls the Spanish tradition, but also as an homage to Mr. Dolce’s mum, as it was her favourite flower. Mr. Dolce and Mr. Gabbana’s challenge was to convey the Spanish influence in a non-conventional and literal way. They achieved this thru the use of very…

Moschino Spring/Summer 2015 Fashion Show – Milan, September 18th 2014. Moschino and Jeremy Scott invite you to celebrate the intersection of pop culture and art in an environment created exclusively for the 13th Edition of Art Basel Miami Beach. On December 4, Moschino will reveal a larger than life installation where a curated group of artists, gallerists, musicians and influencers from the fashion world are invited to party and dance in a Moschino play land where Jeremy has created the ultimate plastic fantastic dream world. The event will be hosted on the pool terrace at the newly opened Thompson Miami…