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What to Wear to Glyndebourne Festival

Large pear lapis pendant on gold torc neckpiece

With the final weekend of the summer programme nearly upon us, you may be wondering what to wear to Glyndebourne Festival 2021. Whilst there is no official dress code, most guests take the opportunity to dress up. Glyndebourne Festival is the perfect excuse to treat yourself to some new formal wear or bring out your old favourites. The Glyndebourne website reads ‘We love to see formal or vintage attire or the height of contemporary fashion’ in the advice on what to wear.

Black tie is by far the most popular choice for gents, however a summer blazer and panama hat, or coloured jacket and floral bow tie would be just as at home. For ladies this is a great opportunity to make a statement, don a fabulous full length gown and gloves, sophisticated summer dress, or even trouser suit. Don’t forget your jacket or wrap for cooler days/evenings and lawn friendly sensible heels rather fine stilettos which may be prone to sinking.

We’ve put together a selection a jewellery ideas perfect for Glyndebourne, with some styling suggestions below. Whatever you choose, don’t be afraid to express yourself with your style!

Lapis Lazuli

Lapis Lazuli is one of our favourite gemstones. Its vivid blue is sure to add wow factor to any outfit. This beautiful waterfall coat, available from the Glyndebourne shop, would look stunning set of with one off our striking necklaces. Our favourite designs include this fabulous teardrop pendant on a torc, and our lapis tab necklace, as well as two different collar necklaces: 6mm and 12mm. The jacket is handmade in lightweight silk, and is also reversible for two different styles. 

What to Wear to Glyndebourne Festival Large pear lapis pendant on gold torc neckpiece white blue tie dyed silk coat lapis tab necklace

Opera Necklaces

Opera length necklaces are perfect for wearing over gowns with a higher neckline. Accessorise with a pair of gloves. Opera necklaces are also great for layering up with other necklaces. These are versatile pieces you can style your own way.

squares gold opera necklace  Disc gold opera necklace

Unusual Pearls

We have some fabulous unusual pearls that really break away from pearl tradition. Two of our favourites are our 20mm Keshi pearls and our Gold Elephant Baroque Pearls. This simple and elegant envelope clutch bag, made from cream suede, would compliment these necklaces perfectly.

20mm champagne silver keshi pearl necklacecream envelope clutch bagWhat to Wear to Glyndebourne Festival baroque pearl necklace

What to Wear to Glyndebourne Festival: cufflinks

Hammered Silver Cufflinks

Our hammered silver cufflinks work with all kinds of different styles of suits. Why not pair them with a classic panama hat for the ultimate summer chic style.

silver oval chain cufflinks glyndebourne panama hat What to Wear to Glyndebourne Festival cufflinks

Lapis Lazuli

Introduce a splash of colour to your suit with our lapis lazuli cufflinks. Available in rectangular or trillion, the unique textured silver matches the rough cut surface of the lapis.

silver lapis lazuli cufflinks  Lapis Lazuli Cufflinks Rectangular

If you are yet to secure your Glyndebourne Festival 2021 tickets, you can book them here.

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Unusual baroque pearls for Summer

Long Grey Baroque Pearl Necklace

Our new designer collection of Unusual baroque pearls for Summer is now strung and ready to go. This year as well as a traditional sixteen inch length we have made a selection of 32 inch opera necklaces that can be worn long or wrapped twice round the neck. New on the market are these intriging “foil pearls” with large sizes up to 15mm. With a strong lustre and baroque shape like all our past favourites, these pearls have a foil like appearance to their surface, very attractive and highly unusual.

Multi Colour Baroque Pearl NecklaceWhite Baroque Pearl Necklace

                                                                                                                              Unusual “Foil” Pearls new for Summer

 

Long Multi Colour Baroque Pearl NecklaceLong Grey Baroque Pearl Necklace

 32 inch opera length necklaces 

 

Silver Nugget Pearl EarringsPeach Baroque Pearl Drop Earrings

 

Pearl drop earrings

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The Signet Ring: You Don’t Have To Be an Aristocrat To Wear One

The Signet Ring is Back in Fashion!

Once known as the ‘gentleman’s ring’, the Signet Ring has made a comeback in fashion! Centuries ago, this engraved ring would feature a family crest or coat of arms and be used to seal letters. Thus, authenticity was easy to determine. Now, however, the signet ring has made somewhat of a comeback. Last year, the comeback was given true credibility when Alessandro Michele, Creative Director for Gucci, littered the runways with rings throughout fashion shows last year.

If you’re thinking about buying any new jewellery this autumn, whether it be a treat for yourself or a gift you should consider a signet ring. At this stage, we wanted to share some knowledge about these beautiful rings:

Signet Ring

Would you like to feel like an ancient Egyptian pharaoh?

The name ‘signet’ actually means ‘to seal’, which has very much been the main use of this ring. In fact, the earliest signet rings can be traced back to ancient Egypt, over 4,000 years ago. The pharaohs and certain senior officials would use the ring to seal business transactions.

Signet Ring

The signet ring was once considered more authentic than a signature!

Originally, signet rings featured raised decorations and lettering. However, following the development of sealing wax, the designs were then imprinted into the ring. In the thirteenth century, these rings were very expensive in the UK and so families would possess a single ring. It would be passed down from father to son. Would you start a tradition and pass yours down to the next generation?

Signet Ring

You don’t have to have a family coat of arms to wear your own signet ring.

Today, the signet ring is very much back in fashion. Just one look at the hands of a runway model and it’s obvious, but what if you don’t have a family coat of arms? Going back to ancient Egyptian times again, a lot of the engraving on their rings would feature symbols. The beetle would symbolise the sun, for example. Do you have an affinity with a particular animal or element?

Signet Ring

Immortalise your connection with that special someone with an engraved signet.

One final idea if you are looking to purchase a signet ring as a gift for somebody: We can integrate birthstones and engrave initials into signet rings. If you have a message for your loved one, we can immortalise it into a signet ring so they can be reminded of it whenever they want.

If you feel like having your own personalised signet ring, please contact us via the link below. We take great pride in bringing people’s visions to life. Just remember that men wear the ring on the ring finger of their left hand and women wear it on the pinkie finger of their non-dominant hand. Browse our signet rings here.

Contact Us: https://prelive.prudenandsmith.com/information/contact-us/

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Feel Like a Fashionista! Which Colours Suit Your Complexion?

Are you warm-coloured? How about cool or clear? Do you know which colours suit your complexion?

The colours you wear can really impact how you feel. This includes the clothes on your back and the jewellery you compliment them with. Similar to a piece of art, certain colours work well with others, and some don’t. Your body is like the canvas; however, it’s got a certain colour to it. Therefore, you need to consider which colours suit your complexion. Below, we’ve listed the colours that best match particular complexions. Find your colouring below and let us know if you agree!

Warm

Not sure if this is your tone? Roll up a sleeve and look at the veins on your wrist. If they look almost green, you have warm undertones. If they’re more of blue, you’re cool and should keep scrolling down.

For this tone, you should be looking for brown, orange and yellow in your clothing. For jewellery, gold is your metal of choice. Warm greens and reds work, too, so how about some subtle Tourmaline and Ruby earrings?

Which colours suit your complexionChristmas Jewellery gold tassle earrings
How about combining these to make a fashion statement?

 

Cool

Still not sure on what your complexion is? Take a look in the mirror. If your eyes are blue, grey or green, you’re cool-toned. If your eyes are brown or hazel, you’d better scroll back up to the warm section.

For you cool people, your best bet with clothes are the greens, blues and greys. What does this mean for jewellery? Avoid the yellow gold and look for silver or white gold. Try pairing a beautiful Green Emerald ring with an Amethyst necklace and Pearl earrings.

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Unlike people with warm colouring, white gold is the friend of cool-coloured people.

Clear/Neutral

Do you liken yourself more to celebrities like Angelina Jolie and Rachel McAdams? You could very well have a clear or neutral tone. The great news for you is that pretty much any colour works very well for you! It really makes the task of choosing which colour suits your complexion, easy.

It’s best to choose the softer versions of a colour, but you’ll be very happy to know that a bright, eye-catching red lipstick will really suit you and turn heads everywhere you go. For your clothing, throw on some white and black. This will allow the beauty of your accessories to come through. If you want to really stand out, how about a Tanzanite pendant? Or a Ruby ring to compliment your red lips? If you’re feeling a little subtler, you can always go for some Sapphire earrings.

Which colours suit your complexion
If you have clear skin colouring, bright and vibrant colours reign supreme.

Want to know more? Join us for our VIP evening with Colour & Image consultant Kim Handford from Colour Me Beautiful on October 17th. Kim will help you discover how to make sure your jewellery not only shows the world how unique you are, but also compliments your natural colouring beautifully. Understanding which colours suit your complexion means your personality and style can shine, and you can invest in treasured pieces with confidence.

We have a limited number of places available, so please book a place now to avoid disappointment. If there are no spaces available, please add yourself to the waiting list and you will be the first to hear about our next event.

 

Which colours suit your complexion

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Unusual Fashionable Jewellery Designs for 2017

Just about to hit our website are these unusual fashionable jewellery designs for 2017. Featuring aquamarines, sapphires, diamonds white and rose gold. All trending jewellery looks for this years classic wedding jewellery. This years range of engagement rings will focus on sapphire and diamond.

Unusual Rose gold and silver wire cuff bangleAquamarine and platinum ringAquamarine and diamond moi et toi ring

Rose gold and silver cuff bangle                           Aquamarine shoulder ring in platinum            Aquamarine and Diamond Moi et Toi ring

 

Bespoke engagement rings and wedding bandsDiamond and platinum twist earstuds five princess diamond deco ring front

Long awaited platinum twist earstuds to match the flat twist engagement ring. Perfect for that surprise wedding day gift.

From our contemporary deco range a stunning 2.5ct platinum and princess cut diamond ring.

rough diamond ringBlue topaz silver ringUnusual Fashionable Jewellery Designs

Ever popular our rough cut diamonds and gemstones set in silver and 18ct yellow gold with a hammered or reticulated finish.

Pictured here is a 1ct diamond set with six champagne rough diamonds. A blue topaz and silver ring. A platinum wedding band with 18ct yellow gold edging.

You’ll find many more New Unusual Fashionable Jewellery Designs appearing on the website in the next few months. Sign up to our newsletter to see them as they launch.