Virginia Fraser compiles a jewellery wish
list to complement her new autumn wardrobe
Off the cuff
Surely the most flattering adornment for
sun-kissed summer skin, this starry cuff from Pucci’s pre-a/w collection is
ideal for a hint of sparkle on those last few balmy evenings of the year. $585
(mytheresa.com)
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Off
the cuff
Autumn leaves
As we head into a season of florals, take a
leaf out of Yves Saint Laurent’s book. The arum lily featured on many catwalk
pieces, and was also picked up in the jewellery collection. Ring, $495 (020
7493 1800; Ysl.com)
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Autumn
leaves
The color supplements
As fashion’s love of color continues,
jewellery requires an intensity to match the look. Kenneth Jay lane’s clusters
add a finishing touch for day, while Adler’s multicolored sapphires and
rose-cut diamonds are perfect for night.
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The
color supplements
Play it by ear
With hints of deep blue, notes of turquoise
or zealous tones of emerald green, four stalwarts of jewelry design offer ears
a chance to sparkle this month. Go on, spoil yourself…
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Play
it by ear
Time lines
For those lucky enough to enjoy a watch for
every occasion, take your pick from these varied styles: Rolex opts for rose
gold, Dior delights with a dial that marries feathers and diamonds, Hermès
offers a citrus twist on a classic, and Piaget adds a final touch of elegance
with a brilliant-cut diamond face and sleek satin strap.
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Time
lines
Lustrous lines
Elegant and alluring, these are surely the
ultimate in investment dressing. Dare to introduce your décolletage to such
tantalizing gems.
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Lustrous
lines
Italian renaissance
A powerful blend of classic diamonds, with
a modern revial of pink gold and a touch of Gucci’s heritage horebit make for a
winning combination. As we turn our thoughts to a deeper seasonal palette,
jewellery becomes key. Horsebit cocktail earrings with onyx and diamonds,
$10525 (Giccitimeless.com)
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Italian
renaissance
Put on the glitz
Who could ever tire of diamonds? Four
favorite picks include Patek Philippe’s grey satin-strapped Calatrava watch,
set with 54 diamonds, Bulgari’s while-gold and diamond B Zero 1 bracelet,
Harry Winston’s Caftan ring and finally, taking a more economical approach to
sparkle, Thomas Sabo’s zirconia-pavé ring.
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Put
on the glitz
Ring in
If stacking was the style for S/S ’12, the
new season is about a perfect manicure paired with a bold, beautiful (not to
mention colorful) ring. Presenting some delectable treasures…
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Ring
in
Perfect symmetry
Tiffany blue is taken to a whole new level
in this, the Schlum bracelet. Irresistible in its symmetrical design and vivid
use of color, it will beguile anyone who glimpses it. $ 267,430 (Tiffany.co.uk)
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Perfect
symmetry