When it comes to jewellery.
For me it's gotta be BIG. I generally don't faff around with teeny wee delicate trinkets (apart from my very precious Tiffany necklace, bought buy friends of the Kingdom for my 30th - a small but perfectly formed Elsa Peretti heart), I like my jewellery to be big, bold and brash. If I wearing it, then I'm really wearing it. So I am thrilled that this is the season of big, statement neck and wrist pieces. Queen Marie will be pleased since I have dragged her around many shop over the years looking for suitable necklaces and cuffs only to exclaim that potential suitors just weren't "big enough". Yes I'm afraid it's true what they say - size does matter.
The runway showed so many oversized jewels my eyes are in heaven. Pucci sent models down the runway in necklaces and cuffs the size of small buildings.
I think I was perhaps the only person on the planet (apart from Mathew) who actually liked the huge sequined Mathew Williamson cuff Mischa was sporting on this months Elle.
Since I've never been much of a layerer, always preferring to wear one single statement piece where possible, the same goes for my jewellery. I'll never wear a huge necklace and a huge bangle at the same time, no, just one big f**k off jangly item is enough (since the weight of several combined jangly items might render me rooted to spot).
I have gushed about Veronique Leroy's jewellery before, particularly her ball and chain necklace, which I have been thinking about pretty much constantly since I first saw it.
It even prompted me to attempt my own, much smaller ball and chain necklace variant (cue sending the Prince off to B&Q for some industrial sized chain, only to discover I can't actually cut the damn stuff without industrial sized bolt cutters). My second attempt saw me use huge wooden balls which I laboriously stained a nice dark colour, but alas that ended up dismantled since it was so heavy it nearly broke my sternum everytime I wore the damn thing.
Even Mr Jacobs was giving his jewellery some big love too, with added yumminess on account of the art deco feel.
The high street is finally catching on to the 'big is beautiful' mantra and have also supersized their jewels. Topshop's black cuff and wooden tribal/deco necklace will be making their way into my jewellery box very soon.
And as embellishments in all forms are set to stay this season, ASOS have given us a beautiful cuff to match.
If you're still into all things new rave and generally kitschy, then this Tarina Tarantino necklace will get you going.
So there's lots of lovely, big, juicy, statement jewels out there if you choose to supersize the bling!
Queen Michelle
Love the cuffs in this post - but agree that weight is often the issue with these pieces.
Posted by: Robin | Thursday, 19 July 2007 at 13:24
Whoa, say hello to mama. LoL I especially love the massive sequined Mathew Williamson cuff! Imagine knocking someone out with that! =|
...it would be kind of hard to go to the toilet with though ahha
and thanks for the welcome =D
xoxo
Posted by: Daniella | Thursday, 19 July 2007 at 14:11
Ouch to sitting on sunglasses - and all those jewels. You'd certainly feel it! PS: Principles have done some very nice statement bib jewels for Autumn...
Mrs F x
Posted by: Mrs Fashion | Thursday, 19 July 2007 at 14:29
Hello to the Queens M! I have just discovered your blog, and after reading almost the entire back-posts, I am smitten! So this is my first comment to say hello, and thank you for providing such interesting reading. We are most amused, indeed.
Posted by: Nadia | Thursday, 19 July 2007 at 14:51
Yummy big jewelry is amazing, I love the white sphere bangle bracelet. It consumes the wrist and makes the whole outfit feel pulled together.
Posted by: Jessica | Thursday, 19 July 2007 at 15:09
Welcome dear Nadia! We are most delighted you are enjoying our blog!
Mrs F: I shall be checking out Principles then, since I have some great big necklaces from there already so hopefully they've made them even bigger!
Daniella: I am not alone in my love the Williamson cuff after all! Hurrah! You can't go wrong with jewellery that doubles as an offensive weapon.
Jessica: the sphere bangle is delicious isn't it? Very space age-y.
Posted by: Queen Michelle | Thursday, 19 July 2007 at 15:19
I liked the sphere MW bracelet too... I just didn't like Mischa's straw-like wiggish hair on that cover....
Posted by: susie_bubble | Thursday, 19 July 2007 at 16:23
Yeah what was up that hair?? It looked like her wig had slipped too far down her forehead. It was a BAD cover..except for the bangle!
Posted by: Queen Michelle | Thursday, 19 July 2007 at 16:54
Hello!
i'm a big fan of your blog!nice tips the one syou give!
I'm going to be in London on the 26th July until the 30rd, maybe you can give me some cool tips to some shomes, like in what charity shop did you buy those amazing white boots?write me to my e-mail will you?kinderchocolate@gmail.com
xxxxxx
Ana
Posted by: Ana | Thursday, 19 July 2007 at 17:13
Sweet god! Is that Trish Goff in the top photo?
Isn't it about time she threw in the towel?
Eck.
Posted by: Amy | Thursday, 19 July 2007 at 18:21
Ama, welcome to the Kingdom, we hope you become a loyal subject.
I'm afraid I don't live in London, so I couldn't advise you with regards to shops, as I'm only just getting to grips with London on my once yearly visit. But the beauty of London is the fact there is something wonderful around every corner! You won't want to come home again, of that I can assure you!
Posted by: Queen Michelle | Thursday, 19 July 2007 at 19:33
Congratulations for your blog!
It's perfect for fashion surch.
kisses from Brasil.
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