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Jewellery, and Accessorising

  • When gifting jewellery it can be a considerable challenge. Everyone has their own personal style, and knowing what to give is a hard decision to make. So, what can we do to help us understand what the best jewellery present is to give? The best thing you can do is pay attention. In the lead-up […]

  • An engagement ring is one of the most meaningful pieces of jewellery you will ever buy. It’s a big decision to make, and one that will take some thought on the part of both parties. If you are buying an engagement ring for someone, find out what they like first so that you can buy […]

  • Leather is a staple material for jewellery and especially for watch straps. It is long lasting and will withstand damage well, but it’s also an attractive material that will complement a watch, whether it’s from a high street shop or a premium jeweller. However, vegan leather is also an option – how can this compare […]

  • Jewellery doesn’t have to be stored in a particular way, and it will differ from piece to piece. However you do need to make sure it is stored safely and in a way that will protect the jewellery piece from damage. It’s important to look after it and keep it in the right kind of […]

  • The anklet is a piece of jewellery you might not have worn for a while – perhaps even since your childhood – but it is one that is coming back into fashion. For children growing up now, the anklet might seem like an exciting new invention that they haven’t come across before. However it’s one […]

Latest Articles

Buying jewellery for Christmas is a good idea if you know what someone is going to want. Jewellery always makes a beautiful gift, that shows you have put thought into it and that you want the person to care about what you have bought. As long as you know what you want to buy and what they will like, it can be a great idea for a Christmas present. If […]

Jewellery can come in two distinct types – costume jewellery and ‘real’ jewellery. This means that the jewels within the piece are real and have been cut specifically to fit with the design. Of course, choosing jewellery with a precious stone will cost significantly more, and could even cost into the hundreds of thousands of pounds, depending what stone you select. There are many different stones available, from diamonds and […]

A watch is one of the most important accessories you will own, seeing as it is also going to have some degree of functionality for you. Thinking about getting a new watch? It’s an important decision to make. Here are some of the factors to consider: Which colour will you choose? Gold, silver and rose gold are all fashionable and easy to come by. Rose gold is the most likely […]

Copper is a fashionable colour for jewellery and fashion items at the moment. It can certainly make a statement, as copper will always stand out. Copper can look beautiful on certain jewellery items but it does take some careful consideration. Here are some things to think about: ProsĀ  Copper is pretty and highly fashionable It is perfect to make a statement. Choose a copper necklace or pair of earrings to […]

Jewellery can be a great gift for any occasion, but birthday especially. It is thoughtful and beautiful and it can cost as much or as little as you want it to. Choose jewellery carefully and the person you are buying it for will be very grateful. If you want to buy jewellery for someone, look at the pieces they usually wear. First, work out whether they prefer gold or silver. […]

When you buy a necklace, more often than not it will come with a chain. However, it is also possible to buy just the pendant so that you can put it on a chain of your choice. You may also simply decide to change the chain after the old one has got damaged or you decide that you want a change. There are lots of different chain styles you can […]