I’m always on the lookout, trying to find jewellery labels I still don’t know that make fantastic pieces I want to wear before anyone else. There’s an absolute pleasure in discovering new jewellery brands that are still flying under the radar. So, I’ve decided to share with you my current favourite designers that make fabulous … Read more
If you love jewels as much as we do, here are ten books that you should read to learn about the history of the most fabulous jewellery pieces and the designers behind them so that your knowledge will sparkle as bright as the diamonds you wear. Because let’s face it, jewellery and knowledge are the … Read more
The way we wear earrings will never be the same again. The new jewellery adorns our ears in a daring and modern fashion, not hanging from the lobes as before but crawling up the ears. The trend of ear cuffs and climbers has allowed us to add some edge to any look, by covering our … Read more
If James Bond were a Russian spy, he would wear a Vostok Amphibia watch. “Amphibia, Vostok Amphibia”. This week I finally saw the latest James Bond film, No time to die “. Again, I enjoyed what I like best in the franchise; exotic sceneries, beautiful people, great cars and motorcycles, finest sartorialism (Tom Ford bespoke) … Read more
Wearing costume jewellery today is a pretty normal thing, but it hasn’t always been like that. The accessory world was very different before Coco Chanel started wearing her iconic faux-pearl necklaces and bold earrings, thus making costume jewellery not only acceptable but also chic. As a result, elegant women who only wore fine jewellery began … Read more
Pearls are trending again, and we have just the right kind to recommend. Freshwater pearls are on the fast track to become the world’s most popular pearl types. Most women want to have unique jewellery, and when it comes to choosing pearls, freshwater is a perfect choice. Whether a necklace or some earrings, freshwater pearls … Read more
Maybe you haven’t heard yet of Suzanne Belperron and her unsigned jewellery, but she was a pioneer and one of the greatest jewellery designers of the 20th century! Keep reading to know more about the iconic designer whose jewels are back in the limelight thanks to an incredible discovery. Suzanne Belperron in the Golden Twenties Born … Read more
What kind of person still wears a watch nowadays? Do we even need a wristwatch? Of course not. But as a smart sales lady once told me, you don’t need a watch, but you definitely need a Rolex, and of course, if it’s vintage, even better. Because as any truly stylish person knows, a watch … Read more
Now that we’re approaching summer, it’s time to bring out the big guns; in other words, bring out the jolly pieces everybody needs to have in the wardrobe! Cheerful, bright coloured garments, chunky jewellery, feather adornments and fun accessories, anything that might lift your spirit is welcome in fashion. This year, break your minimalist ensembles … Read more
Summer asks for colourful looks, and the best accessory trend this year is the joyful bead necklaces and chokers that the most stylish women are already wearing. The newest must-have everyday jewellery trend is perfect for summer thanks to the quirky and fun designs from brands like Lizzie Fortunato, Éliou, and Roxanne Assoulin. As we … Read more
Elizabeth Taylor’s jewellery collection was just as legendary as her films. She was not only a true jewellery admirer but also a collector. “Big girls need big diamonds“, Liz Taylor once said, and we couldn’t agree more with her! In her autobiographical book ‘’Elizabeth Taylor: My Love Affair with Jewellery’’, she tells the stories of … Read more
Elsa Peretti, the designer who created iconic jewellery pieces for Tiffany for almost 50 years, has just passed away at 80. The Italian changed the way women wore jewellery and elevated sterling silver, making it chic. Designs like the iconic Bone Cuffs, Beans, and Open Heart are absolutely timeless and made Elsa Peretti one of … Read more
The historical jewels of the British Royal family are impressive, to say the least. And there are curious stories behind some of these magnificent jewellery pieces, while others can be dubious and controversial. For example, Meghan Markle’s stunning Chopard diamond earrings. She wore them during the Royal Tour of New Zealand, Fiji and Tonga in … Read more
When Italian stylist Giovanna (Battaglia) Engelbert was appointed Swarovski’s new creative director, she says she felt like she had won the Willy Wonka ticket. And indeed from her first jewellery collection, we can see she’s having the time of her life at the Austrian crystal empire. In fact, with her exuberant and joyful trendy style, … Read more
When Princess Margaret married Lord Snowdon in 1960, she didn’t wear a tiara from the Royal Family’s collection. All family members, like Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle, and Princess Beatrice, for example, borrowed tiaras from the Queen. But being the rebel she was, Princess Margaret chose to wear the famous Poltimore tiara she had bought at … Read more
As the luxury Breitling women’s watch makes its way into the virtual wardrobe of DREST with its Chronomat collection, we see more and more high-end brands betting on gamification. What is DREST? This is the first interactive luxury fashion mobile game where you can become a virtual fashion stylist. DREST is a highly immersive game … Read more
We see more and more brands selling online similar jewellery pieces that they promote on Instagram as handmade jewellery, with beautiful photos that sometimes get thousands of likes. But the Spanish magazine S Moda has unveiled what’s behind many of these so-called handmade jewellery brands. All that glitters isn’t gold, or, in this case, handmade … Read more
If you love jewellery as much as we do, and enjoy beautiful photos of amazing pieces, you must follow willsnotebook Instagram ASAP. The editor of jewels, watches and style, and contributor of Town & Country Magazine, Will Kahn, presents stunning jewellery pieces under the hashtag #willsnotebook on Instagram. What makes #willsnotebook so special on Instagram … Read more
“Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend” sang Marilyn Monroe in the 1953 movie “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes”, but choosing the right diamond is as tricky as picking your best friend. So here’s all you need to know about how to choose a diamond. Are diamonds a good investment? In times of economic crises, physical commodities such … Read more
“A Diamond is Forever”, and so is gold. While the sparkling gemstone makes us think of love and engagement rings, it also represents stability and security. This is why gold and precious gemstones are the first choices for savvy investors in times of crisis, and more and more people are buying at online jewellery auctions. … Read more
Like the serpent that sheds its skin to reappear with a brand new layer, the iconic Bulgari Serpenti watches and snake jewellery have come in new forms, over and over again, since 1948. In fact, Bulgari and the serpent have a precious and long-lasting love story. But, although the snake is closely linked to the … Read more
If you think of Austria, you think of Schnitzel, for sure. But besides eating, we are the best at skiing, and this is why watchmaker Breitling teamed up with winter sports legends Thomas Morgenstern, Anna Veith and Stefan Kraft as ambassadors for the presentation of the new Breitling Endurance Pro. Notorious went on a helicopter … Read more
If you are wondering whether buying a vintage Rolex is a good investment, you may like to know that the second most expensive wristwatch ever sold at an auction was a vintage Rolex Paul Newman’s Daytona. Paul Newman’s Daytona The Rolex that fetched 17.7 million dollars in the 2017 auction was not made in gold … Read more