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Jewellery might seem like the finishing touch, but it can make or break a whole look. Here, we highlight this season’s most perfect pieces. From happy hoops to the sustainable stars, here’s how to elevate your everyday jewellery game.
For many of us, our relationship with fashion has changed dramatically over the last year as we spent less time curating office-appropriate looks or attending different social events – and we are now looking to rethink where we invest our money, while also considering how much we want to consume.
Rather than encouraging wear-once purchases, capsule jewellery is a more sustainable approach to accessorising. Think well-loved, classic pieces that you keep and wear for a long time.
Ahead is our guide to the eight must-have everyday pieces that create a timeless capsule wardrobe.
THE GOLD HOOPS
Real or plated, large or small, gold hoops are a great everyday earring that packs a strong punch without looking over the top. There are a multitude of styles to choose from but whatever style fits your sartorial personality, make sure to sit on the side of classic and pick up a pair of hoops you’ll never tire of.
THE BRAND THAT DOES IT BEST:
Designed in London by sisters Rosanna & Christie Wollenberg, Otiumberg has established itself as the go-to brand for beautifully designed hoop earrings. From their renowned diamond huggie hoops to classic gold chunky pairs, Otiumberg has hoop earrings to suit everyone.
OTIUMBERG 9kt Yellow Gold Diamond Single Huggie Hoop
Now €95.00
Was €290.00
OTIUMBERG Mini Graduated 14kt Gold Vermeil Hoops
Now €40.00
Was €150.00
OTIUMBERG Square White Sapphire 9kt Gold Single Huggie Hoop
€210.00
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€200.00
OTIUMBERG Pearl & Black Onyx 9kt Gold Single Huggie Hoop
Now €75.00
Was €210.00
OTIUMBERG Small Chunky 14kt Gold Vermeil Hoops
€150.00
THE PLAYFUL RING
Now, this next one may not seem like a forever piece as it’s a trend that has only just entered the spotlight but a playful, statement ring is as dependable as any patterned piece hanging in your wardrobe. Offering the same spirited energy, colourful styles turn a boring ensemble into something far more interesting.
THE BRAND THAT DOES IT BEST:
Reigning cult-brand of playful statement rings, Bea Bongiasca’s enamel collection can be found on the hands of fashion ‘It’ girls everywhere. Each ring in the collection functions as a miniature fantasy world for the wearers to immerse themselves in.
BEA BONGIASCA Baby Vine Tendril 9kt Gold & Enamel Ring
Now €125.00
Was €460.00
BEA BONGIASCA Baby Vine Wrapped 9kt Gold & Enamel Stacking Ring
Now €125.00
Was €560.00
BEA BONGIASCA Baby Vine Tendril 9kt Gold & Enamel Ring
Now €125.00
Was €460.00
BEA BONGIASCA Vine Wrapped Diamond, 9kt Gold & Enamel Ring
Now €195.00
Was €1,450.00
BEA BONGIASCA Baby Vine Wrapped 9kt Gold & Enamel Stacking Ring
Now €195.00
Was €560.00
BEA BONGIASCA Vine Wrapped Diamond, 9kt Gold & Enamel Ring
Now €195.00
Was €1,450.00
THE STATEMENT BRACELET
Forget the statement necklace, as those are trends that come and go. Stick instead to a statement bracelet that isn’t quite as noticeable as a necklace, but still can’t be forgotten once seen.
THE BRAND THAT DOES IT BEST:
Former creative director for various Danish fashion magazines, Helle Vestergaard Poulsen is no stranger to the industry; each piece in this free-spirited collection showcases her great passion for personal style. But the bracelets are what Anni Lu does best with each being decidedly bohemian and mixed with her keen eye for colour and delicate beading.
ANNI LU Asym Beaded Bracelet
Now €33.75
Was €45.00
ANNI LU Cloud Break Bracelet
€45.00
ANNI LU Asym Bracelet
Now €33.75
Was €45.00
ANNI LU Clemence Beaded Bracelet
€45.00
ANNI LU Asym Bracelet
Now €33.75
Was €45.00
ANNI LU Asym Bracelet
Now €33.75
Was €45.00
THE SUSTAINABLE PIECE
When it comes to sustainable fashion, there’s a lot of talk about organic cotton or recycled polyester, but jewellery is often left out of the conversation. What good is a sustainable wardrobe if the jewellery doesn’t match? Luckily, there are wonderful brands making conscious efforts in the jewellery department.
THE BRAND THAT DOES IT BEST:
Working primarily from recycled materials, Completedworks documents the beauty and complexity of the every day through jewellery. Their signature pieces gently roll against the tide of convention - using sculptural forms that weave, loop, twist, flow, enfold and expand.
COMPLETEDWORKS Thread Earrings
€230.00
COMPLETEDWORKS The Murmur Of False Idols Ring
€520.00
COMPLETEDWORKS Twist Cuff Bracelet
Now €120.00
Was €420.00
COMPLETEDWORKS Bend In The River Ear Cuff
€295.00
COMPLETEDWORKS We Dare You To Trespass Cuff Earring
Now €65.00
Was €235.00
COMPLETEDWORKS Link Drop Earring
Now €55.00
Was €210.00
THE 2-IN-1
Once upon a time, mixing gold and silver was fashion’s biggest no-no, but as style evolves, we’ve learned the power that comes with breaking sartorial rules. A marriage of gold and silver ties in the classic with the modern. Not to mention the endless styling opportunities it brings.
THE BRAND THAT DOES IT BEST:
Made in the finest French workshops, Charlotte Chesnais specialises in sculptural jewellery. Crafted from fluid lines and abstract forms, most recently, the collection has embraced the mix of these two metals to create bold and daring statement pieces.
CHARLOTTE CHESNAIS Curl 18kt Gold Vermeil Earring
Now €190.00
Was €350.00
CHARLOTTE CHESNAIS Mirage 18kt Gold Vermeil Earring
Now €125.00
Was €425.00
CHARLOTTE CHESNAIS Surma 18kt Gold Vermeil Ring
Now €125.00
Was €475.00
CHARLOTTE CHESNAIS Mini Symi 18kt Gold Vermeil Necklace
€650.00
CHARLOTTE CHESNAIS Saturn Medium 18kt Gold Vermeil Earrings
Now €170.00
Was €425.00
CHARLOTTE CHESNAIS Swing 18kt Gold Vermeil Earring
Now €95.00
Was €350.00
THE CLASSIC CHAIN:
Thick or thin, long or short, gold chain necklaces are a capsule jewellery wardrobe essential. A more chunky style will add an edge to your ensemble (perfect for power dressing) while a wispy chain adds a touch of femininity. You’ll likely need one of each.
THE BRAND THAT DOES IT BEST:
Designed and sustainably hand-made in New York, Laura Lombardi's jewellery fuses the past and present, reimagining classic designs and pieces to stunning impact. Just take a look at the chains in her collection, each one a perfect match to your ensemble.
LAURA LOMBARDI Rope Chain Necklace
€120.00
LAURA LOMBARDI Essential Oval Chain 18 Necklace
€100.00
LAURA LOMBARDI Bar Chain 16 Necklace.
€105.00
LAURA LOMBARDI Elena Chunky Necklace
Now €75.00
Was €265.00
LAURA LOMBARDI Box Chain 18 Necklace
Now €90.00
Was €120.00
LAURA LOMBARDI Strada Chain
€115.00
THE SILVER:
Silver was once the supreme metal of choice. In recent years, the fashion pack has gravitated towards bling-ier gold tones, but the simplicity of silver will always feel elegant. Hence why it deserves a place in your staple wardrobe.
THE BRAND THAT DOES IT BEST:
Although best known for their statement-making gold chains, Missoma has recently dipped their toes into silver. Whether you're a silver lover or you want to make a statement and mix your metals, Missoma offers everything from delicate huggies to bold chains.
MISSOMA Camail Snake Chain Necklace
Now €95.00
Was €190.00
MISSOMA Ridge Medium Hoop Earrings
Now €35.00
Was €110.00
MISSOMA Filia Double Chain Necklace
€170.00
MISSOMA Chubby Small Hoop Earrings
€85.00
MISSOMA Silver Axiom Chain Bracelet
Now €25.00
Was €110.00
MISSOMA Pave Huggie Earrings
Now €56.25
Was €75.00
THE MIX-AND-MATCH:
Earrings have long been a classic accessory that adds sparkle to an outfit. But long gone are the days of boring pearls or standard diamond studs. While those conventional jewellery pieces still have their place in the world, they are no longer confined to living in pairs.
THE BRAND THAT DOES IT BEST:
Designed to be mixed, matched and layered, Timeless Pearly has become renowned for its whimsical designs. Founded by former fashion buyer Leslie Chetrit, every piece is handmade in Paris using semi-precious stones as well as, you’ve guessed it, pearls.
TIMELESS PEARLY Mix Star Disc Earrings
€340.00
TIMELESS PEARLY Chilli Heart Earrings
€230.00
TIMELESS PEARLY Mix Pearl Crystal Earrings
€255.00
TIMELESS PEARLY Mix Beaded Pearl Disc Earrings
Now €160.00
Was €295.00
TIMELESS PEARLY Mix Pearl Heart Earrings
€310.00
TIMELESS PEARLY Disc Glass Earrings
€295.00
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