We are very happy that the 'nude' trend is big this season, not only because the peach coloured pearl is a natural pearl colour, but also because of the role that pearls should play when you wear them. The best pearl necklace doesn't demand attention, but subtly enhances your beauty, gently reflecting light onto your... Continue Reading →

The great thing about this seasons trends is that they are so forgiving. Realising that we are overcoming the recession, Vogue tell us 'buy quality, buy something that will become an iconic piece in your wardrobe' ...which, to be honest, is the mantra we've been living by anyway, and definately what we recommend to our... Continue Reading →

With all the long and textured dresses at the 82nd Academy Awards this year, ruffles, folds and volume, there was a great selection of accessories. Fred Leighton jewellery was the jewellery of choice for many stars at the many events in the awards season, showing that vintage really is the style of the moment. Actress... Continue Reading →

The hype has already begun building for the launch of the second Sex and the City movie in May and there are rumours abound - does Samantha Jones finally get married? She is the only one who hasn't tied the knot so far... The last movie really hit new heights with the array of fashion,... Continue Reading →

Legend has it that the amethyst comes from the story of a young girl who was about to be attached by tigers, but was turned into crystal to save her from this fate. The Greek god Bacchus then poured grape juice over her in sadness, turning her a deep purple colour. The tones of amethyst... Continue Reading →

We are very excited about the V and A exhibition starting on the 17th April. The Grace Kelly - Style Icon exhibition will show the development of her wardrobe, from Hollywood starlet to Princess of Monaco. there will be about 50 outfits, including the dress she wore to accept her Oscar in 1955, a selection... Continue Reading →

We love 'Mad Men', mostly for the fashion - set as 1950's glamour was developing into the modern cuts of swinging 60's. The costume designers have really captured this era, but with the modern cuts that bring the look right up to date. January Jones' character Betty Draper pulls off the classic look with a... Continue Reading →

Livia Firth has set herself a challenge - 'The Green Carpet Challenge' - to wear only sustainable, ethical or eco outfits to all the awards ceremonies this season. This season she accompanies her husband, actor Colin Firth, to all the ceremonies where he has been nominated numerous times for Best Actor for his role in... Continue Reading →

Blow him away with these gorgeous bridal looks from the Mar/Apr issue of  'You and Your Wedding' -  floaty empire line dresses with dramatic acessories, such as the Tatania choker in grey freshwater pearls from Coleman Douglas Pearls. http://www.pearls.co.uk/

If you are planning to pop the question this valentines day, how will you mark the occasion in a unique way? The idea of an engagement ring is a fairly new one, and the trend for diamonds was the result of a marketing campaign by the large diamond company, DeBeers. Many newly engaged couples are... Continue Reading →