FINISHING TOUCHES
Hot new jewellery trends
PIN-UPS
Preppy style shines once again, with designers sending out collegiate looks aplenty for the new season. Burberry had cricket jumpers, Versace broke out the rugby stripes and Dior went big on plaid. How to get campus cool? Adorn lapels with pins and badges for a playful way to update cardigans and varsity jackets.
BRANDS WE LOVE OMI WOODS
Founder Ashley Alexis Mcfarlane inherited her love for jewellery from her grandmother and now creates contemporary heirloom pieces for future generations. Paying tribute to her Jamaican-ashanti-maroon heritage, Mcfarlane celebrates her connection to Africa and the diaspora by creating beautiful, meaningful pieces, including necklaces made with the Jamaican ackee coin, minted during the nation’s independence era, and the Hamsa filigree charm, one of the most ancient symbols of protection known to humankind. With a commitment to workers’ welfare, the collections are handmade with Fairtrade African gold and conflict-free fine metals. All are designed to be worn 24/7 and ideal for layering.
SILVER LININGS
After a long time in the shadows, silver takes the spotlight for winter. Chunky chains at Chloé, sculptural collars at Alexander Mcqueen and statement pendants at Givenchy are all designed to give your. outfits a cool-girl edge
IT’S A CINCH
Statement belts are big news for autumn, from Sonia Petroff’s decorative and desirable collection for Matches, to Mango’s cool, clean, purse-friendly designs. Simply buckle one up over everything, from blazers and knitwear to coats.