Spring/Summer 2008 Jewellery Trends
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Charms
Charm jewellery deserves a section all of its own and despite making a visual presence in the last few seasons, it is now huge for this summer. It’s all to do with our desire for individuality. Remember those childhood bracelets where each charm was lovingly collected over the years, well now companies are offering the whole package without the wait, but don’t let that stop you from adding your own charms and trinkets to a shop bought version.” Caryn Franklin
Ruby red jade and Onyx Charm Bracelet £69.95 www.clutchandclasp.co.uk
Vintage
“Pearls are another look you’ll see in many magazine shoots. In ‘deep fashion’ territories, they’ve been accessorising tweed suits right through to denim jeans with vintage market finds but the highstreet will have lots on styles on offer too. Pearls are formed when a particle of grit enters the shell of a mollusc and becomes coated with layers of iridescent nacre so they are each individually made. The most convincing dress jewellery copies will have an indiscernible or ‘barely-there’ look or uneven shape to them.” Caryn Franklin from the Clothes Show.
Pearl and Rock Crystal Lariat £99.95 at www.clutchandclasp.co.uk
