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Ten pieces of jewellery that define a decade
Jewellery trends come and go through the ages and many styles that fell out of favour have since returned to the forefront. With such a wonderful variety of styles to choose from, it is important to know which is which. Here, Charlotte Barnes has chosen ten pieces of jewellery which has defined a decade since the turn of the 20th century. Long multi-coloured freshwater pearl rope necklace from Winterson The 1920s. The era of the flapper girl – women of this time wore jewelled headbands adorned with beads and feathers and coupled these with long pearl necklaces and single drop earrings. Priced at £225. Available from Winterson Silver blue Burton…
Fashion Week at London Design Museum
Who? London Design Museum What? London Design Museum is running two special Fashion Week activities this year. At Designer Night – Fashion for Men, you’ll have the chance to meet designers, tailors, stylists, photographers, retailers and collectors of men’s fashion. At Sophie Hicks on Designing Paul Smith, you can find out more about the thought processes behind designing Paul Smith’s flagship stores. Priced at £17. When? 8pm, 12th and 25th February Where? Shad Thames, London SE1 2YD How? To book, email tickets@designmuseum.org
Accessories pick: Cork and leather clutch from Georgina Skalidi
Who? Georgina Skalidi What? It’s not immediately obvious that this cork and leather construction is a clutch but that’s really quite charming. Designed by Georgina Skalidi, the clutch combines both asymmetry and mixed media into one handy carrier. Plus, it can also be used as a shoulder bag with a detachable and adjustable chain. Priced at £90. When? Available now Where? Available online from Carnet de Mode How? Buy now from Carnet de Mode
Walnut is the new wood for Finlay & Co sunglasses
Who? Finlay & Co What? Purveyors of handmade wooden sunglasses Finlay & Co are adding to their collection of shades with a new wood – walnut. The warm walnut wood will be fashioned into Finlay & Co’s classic styles, Ledbury and Bosworth. The designs are also available in zebrano, rosewood and ebony. Finlay & Co sunglasses start from £105. When? Available now Where? Available online at www.finlayandco.com How? Visit website for more information
Accessories pick: Rainbow sequin wash bag from Skinnydip
What? Rainbow sequin wash bag from Skinnydip. Priced at £16. Where? Available online from Topshop
Fashion pick: Elena sandals from Tommy Hilfiger
What? Elena sandals from Tommy Hilfiger. Priced at £79.99. Where? Available online from Sole Trader
