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News & Events
The world of fine jewellery is dynamic. Get the inside scoop on topical issues including latest trends, controversial sustainability issues, or how the language of jewellery is used politically.
Read about where Jacqui takes inspiration, the release of new collections, and stay up to date with her latest news and events in London.
Subscribe to be entitled to subscriber-only seasonal events.
What to do with Inherited Jewellery.
My featured guest for 10 questions is Michaela Murphy, owner of "The Tidy House". Michaela has some extraordinary skills. She is a qualified bereavement counsellor and therapist, and also trained in the KonMari tidying method (Marie Kondo). As a legacy de-cluttering...
What is the value of jewellery?
If beauty is in the eye of the beholder, then so is value. This goes some way to explaining how a plastic crown recently sold for almost $600,00 at a Sotheby’s auction. The signed crown had been worn by the rapper Notorious B.I.G. in a photo shoot, just days before...
Best Business Women Award Finalist
It has been a challenging and unpredictable year, but there have also been silver linings and unexpected surprises. Being shortlisted as a finalist for the Best Business Women Awards (New Business Category) has definitely been the best… The awards recognise and...
Bespoke Jewellery- Angel Delight
We are very selective about our partners- they need to share our passion for unique jewellery and have a history of quality craftsmanship. This enables us to present diverse collections which are unique and exclusive and largely customisable- in essence, a bespoke...
What is a tennis bracelet?
The term tennis bracelet seemed to enter common jewellery parlance in the 80s. At the time, the origin seemed somewhat uncertain. However, it can be traced to a particular player competing at a high profile tournament. "Tennis bracelet" is a collective description for...
Ethically sourced gemstones- Moyo Gems
There are lots of ways that you, as a consumer, can make a real difference by the choices you make. It is estimated that approximately 75-80% of coloured gemstones are mined by small artisanal miners, who lead a largely hand to mouth existence. Moyo Gemstones is a...
Happy Birthday Madame Secretary
We extend the warmest of birthday wishes to Madeleine Albright, the first female US Secretary of State. If you ever doubted that jewellery is a language, her famous use of brooches (or pins as they are referred to in the US) to convey messages became legendary. She...
Earring Trends for 2020
Jewellery lovers, it cannot have escaped your attention that ear jewellery is BIG. Literally and metaphorically. This is hardly surprising. Your face is the focal point of any social interaction (particularly if Zoom is your lockdown platform of choice). Your ears are...
Toi et Moi- the most romantic of rings
Probably one of the most romantic of rings, Toi et Moi (You & Me) rings traditionally showcase two stones nestling side by side, symbolising the union of two souls. They were particularly popular as an engagement ring during the 19th & 20th centuries, although...
What is a Cocktail Ring?
If you've ever wondered "what is a cocktail ring?", these flamboyant rings are inextricaly linked to the US prohibition era 1920s, when speakeasy drinking dens became a magnet for socialising and illicit drinking. Cocktail rings typically feature a large centre stone,...
Lockdown Dreaming
Lockdown has produced mixed blessings for many people. Some have found the restrictions isolating; others have discovered new ways of doing things and found the unexpected extra time liberating and a welcome opportunity to be creative and productive.But even for...
Cleaning Diamond Jewellery at Home
With an obvious emphasis on high levels of cleanliness and hygiene during the covid-19 pandemic, it seemed timely to post some basic tips on cleaning jewellery at home. Diamonds have many amazing qualities, but one of their least appealing characteristics is their...
Created in the UK
If you value artisanal skills and handmade jewellery, then a recent initiative by the NAJ (National Association of Jewellers) may be of interest to you. A new hallmark “Created in the UK”, has been introduced to clearly identify jewellery made in Britain. If you are...
The Art of Cutting Gemstones
A lapidary is an artisan who transforms rough gem material into fabulous gemstones or decorative items. They need to understand the crystallography of the rough, which directions create the best colour and be aware of any inherent structural weaknesses which may cause...
Spring Clean your Jewellery Box
One of the silver linings of the lockdown is that we have an unexpected opportunity to spend time on tasks which have forever been put to one side. So if you have been seized by an urge to spring clean and de-clutter, then include your jewellery box in the purge. Now...
NHS Fundraising- for the real angels and stars.
NHS fundraising As our celebrity-obsessed culture begins to re-assess its priorities, other unexpected stars and angels emerge. NHS staff and NHS volunteers who have worked tirelessly and at great personal risk. Pharmacists continuing to prescribe much-needed...
Discover a world of versatility with brooches
How to wear a brooch Brooches are re-emerging on the catwalk. We have a theory that there is a reticence in embracing them simply due to a lack of confidence and creativity in how or where to wear them. They have so much more potential than being consigned to the...
Creation of Woman
International Women’s Day has its roots in the Suffragette Movement fighting for women to have the right to vote. Nowadays the day not only celebrates the achievements of women, but highlights continued efforts to achieve equality for women socially, culturally,...
Characteristics of Good Pearls
As Hilary Mantel's "The Mirror and the Light" hits the shelves, have you been inspired to embrace all things Tudor? The Times fashion editor, Harriet Walker, is advocating "big headbands, huge sleeves and giant pearls" as strong themes this season. I would need some...
Guaranteed to make the heart thump
Jewels of love Almost every significant personal occasion is celebrated with jewellery. Engagements, weddings, the birth of a child, significant birthdays and anniversaries. Nothing speaks the language of love like jewellery- the anticipation of an unopened jewel box,...