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Christmas Jewellery Buyers Guide

With Christmas just round the corner have you got all your presents ready? Well, if you want to avoid the queues, busy shopping centers, and get the find out the best jewellery gifts to get this winter, than don’t worry, we are here to help!

In our Christmas 2011 Jewellery buyers guide, we list the best online jewellery boutiques, as well as our top picks organised by budget so you can be sure to get something your significant other, friends and family will cherish and love.

First off, if you are looking for unique, and stunning designer jewellery look no further than Astley Clarke, and Manjoh. These two online boutiques feature the very best independent jewellery designers, and have a fantastic range.

If you want a good discount, we have managed to secure an exclusive 15% off voucher code for Astley Clarke. To take advantage of this fantastic offer, click here and use our exclusive code – MDJ15 at the basket ! But hurry, this offer is available until 24th December 2011.

Getting the perfect jewellery for loved ones can be a minefield, so check out our favourite picks for Winter 2011 by budget:

Jewellery under £100

Bead disc bracelet

From the “Moon” collection. A gold plated chain bracelet with moon shaped discs with small hanging beads. A fabulous and timeless piece which would suit many. Can be worn with the matching necklace and earrings. Fastens with a clasp. Length of bracelet is approx. 20.5cm which is slightly adjustable.£52.00

Florin Pearl Earrings

Freshwater coin pearl earrings in sterling silver£40.00

Snake chain bracelet

From the “Snake” collection. A beautiful gold plated bracelet with nine chains entwined with a chain link detail which has the clasp to fasten. There are then loose chain tassels at the ends with a line of small stone beads. A fabulous accessory to see you through the season. A perfect gift idea. Length of bracelet to clasp is approx. 21cm which is slightly adjustable.£60.00

Minuet Drop Earrings

Hand knotted earrings in 14ct gold fill with fresh water pearl amethyst crystal and miyuki beads£95.00

Cassiopeia Necklace

White and grey pearl 18 inch necklace in sivler£95.00

Triple Wrap Pearl Bracelet

Grey white and peacock freshwater baroque pearl wrap bracelet£95.00

Long wooden bead necklace

From the “Grand’ Elly” collection. A long light wooden bead necklace with a polyester ribbon and a silver patterned motif. This piece is very contemporary which can be worn to accessorise most outfits day or evening. No fastening – slips over the head. Drop of necklace is approx. 44.5cm.£56.00

Three strand bead necklace

From the “Grand’ Elly” collection. A short wooden necklace worn with three strands of beads with a silver motif to the side. The necklace can also be worn as two strands of beads with one short strand and one long. A very simple yet chic piece which makes a perfect accessory piece. Fastens with a hook. Drop of necklace when worn as a three strand necklace is approx. 25.5cm.£54.00

Jewellery under £300

RED Charm Bracelet

Lucky bracelet with red silk and 18 carat rose gold vermeil£150.00

Fanfair Necklace

18ct yellow gold vermeil multicup necklace with carnelian rhodolite amethyst and purple chalcedony£175.00

Small Cherry Blossom Ring

Silver single Cherry Blossom Ring Ivory Enamel Flower set with Diamond centre£235.00

Pearl Five Row Bracelet

Little pearl five row 8 inch bracelet£175.00

Pearls of Wisdom Lariat Necklace

18ct yellow gold vermeil and grey pearl Owl Lariat necklace£265.00

Agate Three Row Bracelet

Three row agate bracelet with 14ct yellow gold vermeil nuggets£225.00

Cherry Bud Ring

Sterling silver ring with pink pearls£245.00

Cornelian drop necklace

A cornelian faceted drop necklace. A fabulous accessory to see you through this season from day into evening. Looks good worn with the matching bracelet. Fastens with a button loop detail. Length of necklace is approx.41cm.£160.00

Three Strand Pearl Necklace

White freshwater pearl three strand 18 inch necklace£185.00

Jewellery over £500

Mirador Necklace

18ct white gold bead necklace with chain grid detail£415.00

Baby Astley Ring

Moonstone cabochon ring in 18ct white gold with diamonds£2250.00

Peace Charm Bracelet

18ct yellow gold and cream silk woven bracelet with peace charm£550.00

Friendship Charm Necklace

18ct yellow gold and pink silk woven necklace with flower charm£1610.00

Eloise Ring

18ct white gold and diamond ring£3950.00

Lulli Double Row Bracelet

Double row cultured white pearl bracelet with diamonds£3600.00

1885 Double Link and Chain Necklace

Double link and chain necklace in 18ct white gold£1510.00

Chrysoprase Bracelet

Chrysoprase bracelet in 18ct yellow gold£1200.00

Nina Diamond Ring

18ct white gold diamond ring£19500.00

18ct white gold three carat diamond tennis bracelet

Was £2999, Now £1999.0The ultimate in luxurious elegance, this 18ct white gold bracelet is set with brilliant cut diamonds totalling three carats.GBP1999.00

Treasure Necklace

18ct yellow gold Treasure Necklace with multi coloured sapphires£11000.00

 

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Designer Jewellery at the Royal Wedding

The jewellery designer who created Kate Middleton’s earrings is Zoe Benyon, a co-founder of the jewellery firm Robinson Pelham. It is believed that Kate’s earrings have cost 15,000 pounds but a spokesman of the jewellery firm said they never disclosed prices their clients paid.

The diamond-set stylized oak leaves with a pear-shaped diamond set drop and a pave-set diamond accord in the centre were inspired by the new coat of arms of the family. Zoe Benyon also created the floral look diamond earrings Kate’s sister wore, Carole’s pendant and earrings and the gold pins that could be seen on the suits of the bride’s father and brother.

Prince William proposed to Kate Middleton with a ring that was one of the world’s most famous pieces of jewellery, a sapphire and diamond ring set in 18 karat gold, a ring that was not a stranger for royal weddings. It had been worn by Lady Diana Spencer when she married Prince Charles in 1981.

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Daisy Knights Incredible Jewellery

Daisy Knights hand-made jewellery collections are inspired by nature but also have a bold punk and rock’n’roll edge. The collections feature miniature skulls, shells, feather designs in 22 karat gold vermeil, oxidized silver or sterling silver. The Oxidised Feather ring and the Skull ring have been recently worn by Daisy Lowe and Alexa Chung, UK’s style icons. The feather ring from the Lornie collection is Daisy Knights signature piece, summing up the Daisy Knights woman.

The skull collection was inspired by a friend of hers, Kim, who was a bit of a punk. The pieces are a blend of subtle design and cool style, and the skull rings are offered in both 22 karat gold vermeil and recycled sterling silver. Studded bangles can accompany the rings for a perfect rock’n’roll look but the handcrafted charm bracelets can be a perfect gift for any style or taste.

One other outstanding piece is the gold vermeil multi-band handmade ring with pyramid studs. It has cutout sections and a designer stamped pouch and everything about it is illustrative of the quality designer jewellery provided by Daisy Knights.

Each of Daisy Knights collections are inspired by her friends and each collection embodies one of these friends. The newest one is Talullah having moons as motifs and a bit more colour than her previous collections.

Her workshop is in Britain and Daisy Knights knows every person that works for her, how things are made and she can guarantee that every piece is of very high quality. The majority of the pieces are made of recycled silver. Her fine jewellery collection and engagement rings are ethically minded gold and diamonds.

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Takara Jewellery – The Japanese Treasure

Takara is treasure in Japanese and the Takara collections are illustrative of both Japanese inspired design and New York chic. Some of the most stylish women in the world wear pieces of Takara collections which include statement pieces of designer jewellery that can be classified as art. [Continue reading: Takara Jewellery – The Japanese Treasure]

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Pippa Small’s Jewellery – The Perfect Valentine Gift

Pippa Small’s drop earrings would make a lovely Valentine’s gift this year. Her expertly handcrafted 18 karat gold and turquoise earrings can offer a unique twist with an after-dark glamour. Paired with some chic cocktail attire they would offer any woman the perfect party look. [Continue reading: Pippa Small’s Jewellery – The Perfect Valentine Gift]

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Charm Jewellery Customized on Touch-Screen Devices

The largest privately-held jeweler in the US, Shane Co. has developed the first online charm jewellery customization platform that is compatible with iPhones and iPads. ShaneCo.com allows users to select a style of pendant, bracelet of earrings, add or remove charms with a drag-and-drop interface and then order the piece of jewellery directly on the website. [Continue reading: Charm Jewellery Customized on Touch-Screen Devices]

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Sapphire Jewellery

Sapphires are considered the birthstone for those born in September. Colour is one of the most important characteristic of gemstones, and sapphires come in various colours. Blue is however the ideal colour for sapphire jewellery and with sapphires colour tends to be more important than clarity. [Continue reading: Sapphire Jewellery]

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Topaz Jewellery

Blue topaz can be a beautiful gift for couples celebrating their anniversaries. It is popular due to its clarity and durability. But blue shades are not usually found in nature, such a stone is usually created through heat treatment and irradiation. Imperial topaz, be it sherry red, deep pink or reddish-orange can be a choice for the most special occasions as imperial shades are the rarest and more valuable. [Continue reading: Topaz Jewellery]

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