The Specialists in Clip on Earrings and Non-Pierced Earrings

As the parties subside and the glitz moves away from Somerset House to leave little but sore feet, it’s time for us to feast on the banquet of new fashion trends presented at London Fashion Week’s Autumn/Winter 2013 show.

London Fashion Week‘s exhibition always stars a duo of our favourite luxury jewellery brands right as one enters – Mawi and Erickson Beamon.

Mawi’s distinctive avante-garde designs continue to innovate the marriage of feminine and masculine forms with tough bike chains and spikes contrasting against vivid Swarovski details and bird-of-paradise colour schemes. Coupled with their signature high quality finishing and you may need to wipe the drool from your chin after inspecting the range.

Erikson Beamon’s style has the raunchiness of statement labels like Adele-Marie London. It’s all handmade in the capital and continues to be a darling of celebrities.

With an entree as rich and delectable as this, it was serving up to be a full flavoured event. We found our mains soon after, in the form of the ever effervescent Les Nereides and newly launched Lola Rosa Boutique.

Lola Rose came to fame for it’s use of sculpted natural stone. Think chunky bracelets of polished semi-precious stones and rings with gemstone centre-pieces. The new Lola Rose Boutique moves into new territory by introducing metal to the range. That might not sound like a giant step for mankind but it’s certainly a new world for the designer label to explore. The new collection has strong, sexy evocations with geometric shapes cut for a new Cleopatra.

“To give you an idea,” spoke Roger, Lola Roses’ sales director, “we’ve launched Boutique 18 months ago and it already has grown to account for 50% of sales!”

Lola Rose Boutique bracelet

I couldn’t agree more with the public. I’ve always loved Lola Roses’ charm but I’ve never felt like I could give up shopping at Waitrose for it – until now! Whatever cutbacks it takes, I want it!

Another designer that highly impressed me and my colleagues was Maria Francesca Pepe’s range. Cited on a small and demure stand to the edge of Swarovski’s ever gleaming installation for the show, this was a collection of the Michelin persuasion. A few key ingredients were finely presented to create a dish that excited the mind and satisfied one’s appetite.

I’ll put one of Maria Francesca Pepe’s video trailers for the collection in a moment but to set the scene, know that we’re talking about accessibly priced fashion pieces, many in delicate portions, made from gold or silver plated bronze and finished to a high standard. If you’re an 18-30 fashionista looking to take home your own piece of catwalk fresh London Fashion Week, this is the collection to watch. It’s cool enough that everyone will know it’s from the pinnacle of fashion whilst still being wearable enough that you don’t need an invite to the. Elle Style Awards to have an excuse to wear it. See what I mean:

This year fashion lovers can wake up each morning with a sense of anticipation. London Fashion Week has only just finished showcasing the fine clothes and jewellery that are coming for Autumn and Winter 2013. This is going to be a vintage year and the quality of the jewellery collections coming your way leave me in no doubt in making this recommendation – buy some and treasure it; you won’t regret it!

At Paris Fashion Week Zandra Rhodes made a retrospective catwalk showing pieces from her long and colourful career. Recently we were invited to Zandra’s penthouse studio for afternoon tea with Zandra and Adele Vanderkar. I brought Dima and Claudia with me, thinking it would be a great chance for them to meet and learn more about Zandra and the impact she’s had on the fashion world. Yes, there are some perks for the girls that work here at Make Me Beautiful! I’ll leave it to Claudia tell you more about Zandra’s incredible penthouse and our time there shortly but for now I’ll let you know that one of the first things we did was kick back on arabian wooden chairs, surrounded by beautiful couture dresses and watch the Paris Fashion Week catwalk in full.

Untitled Magazine, a sensory feast, have put together this edit of the lengthier video we saw. One of the models really has something Princess Diana about her – Zandra did design her wedding dress – watch out for her and lots of other influences both in time periods and in world travel.

Being a gentleman meant a different thing years ago, when our grandmothers had to be lured by poems, flowers and walks in the park and our grandfathers were happy at a handkerchief or a letter. Now things have changed. Attitudes have altered, actions are interpreted in various ways, and gifts symbolise different intentions. For the past couple of decades the ultimate date success is when the man of your dreams asks you out for dinner. Sometimes it seems like it’s not a date unless it’s a dinner. Not coffee, not brunch, not a drink… but dinner!  We all know the connotations held by the act of eating food with someone you like; most of all – the lingering question of what will happen when the meal has ended, after he’s stretched his arm to pay the bill and you have gone to the ladies room to powder your nose and adjust your clip on earrings. What will he do? What will he say? Will he suggest a walk, or may be a late drink at a bar, or … his place?

Before we start wondering how the night will end, we, as girls, have a whole other world on our mind; a procedure, which we have to go through before we calm down and consider ourselves ready to tackle the excitement of romance. Getting ready is always the toughest part of going on a date, and we here at Make Me Beautiful have some tips to try and make it easier – not that it ever will be!

Firstly, remember he thinks you’re gorgeous. He wouldn’t be asking you out if he thought any the other. So arriving in the perfect outfit and clip on earrings will make his evening. We bet on darker shades; dinner wardrobe can’t be too flashy or over the top; save the clubwear for dancing dates. Browns and golds are a perfect choice for a toned down, but ultimately stylish and elegant dinner-wear. The bag shouldn’t be too small, the shoes shouldn’t be too high as you’ll need to be seated comfortably with both.

When it comes to the earrings we know that the first thing that comes to mind may be long and dangly, but smaller clip-on buttons accentuate your smile. We want him gazing into your eyes, not over your shoulder and too much clip on ear bling can distract from the conversation that’s the best way to build the mood. Glasses and hats are great accessories to complete your look, and red lips just make it more difficult for him to resist staring when you speak. Don’t forget to enjoy yourself, feel as glamorous as you look, and tease until he can’t take anymore…

Check out more dinner-wear clip on earrings here!

We here at Make Me Beautiful are big fans of Rodney Holman’s jewellery, and since we are the best at clip-on earrings, there is no way we can avoid bragging about the launch of Rodney Holman’s new Spring/Summer 2012 collection with us!

Rodney Holman, London’s leading designer of fine fashion jewellery for the last thirty years, believes that his “ever-changing fashionable range is one of the most comprehensive selections of high quality jewellery available in the UK. We source our ranges from world leading manufacturers and resist selling cheap or inferior jewellery where quality, finish or durability is compromised.” And the new S/S12 range proves nothing less!

The collection celebrates the warmer months with pastel colours; greens, pinks, blues and purples, Rodney Holman has delved into the spring/summer mood with a throttle. It is safe to say that the bright shades complement the sensual design just as much as the vice versa. Floral motifs and delicate gold plated flowers, from large to petite, all waiting to be paraded in the hot sunshine.

Rodney Holman Petite Gold Plated Flower Clip On Earrings - Aqua Blue

Rodney Holman Faux Vintage Gold Plated Flower Clip Earrings - Pink Blush

Rodney Holman 18ct Gold Plated Wing Clip On Earrings - Lilac

Apart from the floral inspiration, this season Rodney Holman has bet on the vintage charisma. Seductive and mysterious pieces, ideal for adding a touch of thoughtful sparkle and 50′s glamour to an outfit. Exquisite pearls placed within a gorgeous diamante encrusted rhodium frame, or semi hoop earrings with stunning silver swirl design – Rodney Holman’s new collection adds elegance to every look.

Rodney Holman Diamante Pearl Clip On Earrings - Grey

Rodney Holman Half Hoop Silver Swirl Clip On Earrings

Rodney Holman Black and Gold Diamante Half Hoop Clip On Earrings

Check out Rodney Holman’s latest additions to our store and do tell us what you think. As well as clip on earrings there will be necklaces and bracelets which match and co-ordinate the clip-ons. We’re loading the range onto the system as fast as we can so do keep checking for new updates over the next fortnight as it’s a significant addition to our offering from Rodney Holman Jewellery.

We cannot hide it – clip on earrings specialists Make Me Beautiful are one of Les Néréides biggest fans; and their delicate collections, which are nothing less than exquisite! Each one is based on a specific theme, from fairy tales to insects from nature, Les Néréides always offer an exciting and innovative range of luxury costume jewellery with a good level of though given to those of us who only want to wear clip on earrings. The London Fashion Week exhibition at the Somerset House is a collection in itself, a place where numerous impressive jewellery designers come together to showcase their new creations.  As always, Les Néréides was  one of the most inspiring stands in the entire exhibition, and we are lucky to have a few snap shots of the gorgeous jewellery that was on display.

Les Néréides at London Fashion Week

Les Néréides new Spring/Summer 2012 collection is very much floral inspired. Boutons de Rose is a line from Les Néréides garden, a slowly awakening collection full of sophistication and elegance. Another one of our favourites is the fairy tale based collection, this time epitomising Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs onto earrings, necklaces and broaches. Adam and Eve themed costume jewellery stands next to quirky French Fries Man earrings, which are next to all sorts of insects, animals and birds! Les Néréides is constantly innovating itself, and that’s what makes it a brand that will always have a memorable and long-lasting effect on its customers.

Les Néréides at London Fashion Week

Les Néréides at London Fashion Week

Les Néréides at London Fashion Week

Les Néréides at London Fashion Week

Les Néréides at London Fashion Week

Les Néréides at London Fashion Week

Les Néréides at London Fashion Week

Les Néréides at London Fashion Week

Les Néréides at London Fashion Week

We intensely urge you to keep an eye on Les Néréides collections, because we are certain that you will fall in love with them just like we have! Read more about London Fashion Week jewellery, or check out Erickson Beamon, Cabinet Studios and Mawi!

Mawi celebrates its 10 years in the fine jewellery world, and the statement piece brand is anything but lacking novelty! The label has reinvented old designs and meshed together various of their past collections to come up with this season’s Revival collection, encompassing a little bit of everything they’ve always been about; i.e. jewellery with emphasis on luxurious statement pieces, combining cutting edge contemporary style with traditional influences and inspiration from classic glamour. The Mawi brand has a life of its own, and continues to depict the designer’s signature look and charisma.

The Mawi stand at the London Fashion Week exhibition in the Somerset house was immaculate. Three collections, one of the the Revival one, which brought together all the elegance of their past designs into new ones. The other collections were traditional Mawi, but with an exciting new edge to each piece.The Fine Costume collection draws inspiration from sculpture, architecture and futuristic forms, with the inevitable emphasis on high end luxury, with designs complementing the fashion trends each season. The Heirloom collection on the other hand is distinctly British, inspired by vintage and estate jewels, family heirlooms and royal influences. The pieces are treasures cherished and passed on to future generations, standing the test of time.

Here are some shots from the Mawi AW2012 stand in the Somerset House during London Fashion Week.

Mawi at London Fashion Week

Mawi at London Fashion Week

Mawi at London Fashion Week

Mawi at London Fashion Week

Mawi at London Fashion Week

Mawi at London Fashion Week

Mawi at London Fashion Week

Mawi at London Fashion Week

Mawi at London Fashion Week

Mawi at London Fashion Week

The Mawi collection left us full of desire! The only sad thing was that although it’s mix-n-match jewellery format gave a lot of choices, there’s only one clip on earring in the current collection. Yes, we had a word in their ear so watch this space and do let us know if Mawi is something that you’d love to see us stocking. Mawi have invited us over to their HQ on several occassions and if there is enough interest, we’ll head down there and set up a talk on getting collection that works for our non-pierced earring wearers.

See others at London Fashion Week exhibition: Les Néréides, Erickson Beamon, and Cabinet Studios!

Erickson Beamon’s designers Karen Erickson and Vicki Beamon create some magnificent pieces of jewellery, including clip on earrings, that have been recognised not just by us at London Fashion Week, but by a large list of celebrities. Over 111 million viewers tuned in to watch this year’s Super Bowl half time show (watch here), when Nicki Minaj and M.I.A’s elaborate headpieces by Erickson Beamon took on centre stage. A proud moment for the designer duo, but not their first!

Erickson Beamon at London Fashion Week

Erickson Beamon for Beyoncé L’Officiel March 2011

Body jewellery is becoming a big thing among celebrities, and Erickson Beamon is one of the best. Singers Alicia Keys and Beyoncé have both been spotted wearing the same harness; Alicia Keys during her performance at the 2011 B.E.T awards, and Beyoncé wore the gold harness and head gear in her shoot for her new album ‘4’. Other celebrities include Daphne Guinness and of course, Lady Gaga.

At the London Fashion Week exhibition, Erickson Beamon did nothing else but impress! The house now boasts a fine jewelry collection, offering the brands signature style in diamonds and 18 karat gold. Trays of crystals and semi-precious stones, pearls, crystals, chains and of course their signature collection one-off body jewellery pieces. Check out some more sneak peaks of the Erickson Beamon exhibition at the Somerset House…

Erickson Beamon at London Fashion Week

Erickson Beamon at London Fashion Week

Erickson Beamon at London Fashion Week

Erickson Beamon at London Fashion Week

Being that a lot of the earrings are bold, statement pieces, naturally they’re clip on earrings. Our favourite!

Read and see pictures of other designers exhibiting at London Fashion Week – Mawi, Les Néréides, and Cabinet Studios!

Let’s take a deep breath, pop off our clip on earrings and try and relax after the stomping start of London Fashion Week! During the weekend the Make Me Beautiful team headed to the Somerset House to explore the thousands of secret gems that this year’s jewellery exhibitors were showcasing, and we didn’t leave disappointed! Numerous designers and brands had artistically created their stands in all corners of the majestic Somerset House, and were ready to tell us all about their new collections…

London Fashion Week Exhibition Somerset House

London Fashion Week Exhibition Somerset House

In our eyes, Erickson Beamon’s stand was one of the most impressive showcases seen at the London Fashion Week exhibition ever! Walking around shelves laden with crystals, semi-precious stones, pearls, chains, clip ons, mirrors, marks and body jewellery was an experience we recommend to everyone. The designer duo formed by Karen Erickson and Vicki Beamon have shaped a collection encompassing a mixture of immaculate creations, adorned not just by us, but by a looooooooooooooooooooooooong list of celebrities! Here are some sneak-peaks of Erickson Beamon’s new collection showcased during London Fashion Week, and more.

Erickson Beamon

Erickson Beamon

Erickson Beamon

Mawi celebrates their 10th year anniversary this year, and we are joining the excitement of the festivities! The Make Me Beautiful team spent a long time at their immaculate stand at the London Fashion Week exhibition this weekend, and didn’t leave unimpressed. Mawi always focuses on three collections, and this season, to mark their ten years in the fine jewellery world, Mawi has released a Retrospect collection, inspired by almost a dozen years of designs, their best ones melded together into new, fabulous pieces that undoubtedly portray the Mawi look. The other two collections draw inspirations from architecture, sculpture, futuristic forms and designs, new materials and techniques. Take a look at some of Mawi’s other pieces and more from London Fashion Week here!

Mawi

Mawi

Mawi

We here at Make Me Beautiful can’t stop talking about Les Néréides! Their collections inspired by nature, fairy tales, Greek mythology, animals, and various cultures. Each season Les Néréides invites you to explore their universe – a feminine, poetic, sometimes organic, sometimes urban, always chic and always unexpected universe.

Les Néréides

Les Néréides

Les Néréides

Read more about Les Néréides at London Fashion Week here!

Lola Rose is one of the most successful jewellery brands in the UK today, and we couldn’t just casually pass by their ornamented stand during the London Fashion Week exhibition. The brand specialises in bold, affordable luxury, colourful, hand-made jewellery, from the finest semi-precious stones. Designer Nicola Gewirtz makes her costumers feel amazing by bringing colour, glamour and excitement with every purchase they make! This season we see a lot of oversized semi-precious stones in bracelets, earring and necklaces, while blacks, greys and pastel colours dominate the collection.

Lola Rose

Lola Rose Jewellery

Cabinet Studios are getting bigger and bigger as fashion weeks pass by, and this year – so did their pearls. Gorgeous designs of pastel colours, gold plated necklaces, embellished collars, sculptural earrings, and oversized pearls were laid out on their stand during the exhibition at the Somerset House. Success comes with passion and dedication, and Cabinet Studios have definitely proved themselves this season. True luxury, considered edge, everyday glamour or treasured for special occasions, the Make Me Beautiful team loves Cabinet Studios and their new collections!

Cabinet Studios

Cabinet Studios

Cabinet Studios

Have a look at Cabinet Studios new look book for AW 2012 here!

Last Sunday was a long day and right after Pure and before the BAFTAs, our team found time to go to Scoop International Fashion Show, held in the Saatchi gallery on Kings Road, London. Of course in terms of the jewellery, comparing Scoop with the atmosphere at Pure, Scoop was of high fashion, a collective of more immaculate pieces, more exclusive designers and a lot more diversity in designs.

Scoop International Fashion Show at the Saatchi Gallery

Scoop International Fashion Show at the Saatchi Gallery

The number one designer of luxury clip on earrings that we fell in love with at Scoop is Les Néréides, a French brand, which has an exclusive boutique in Covent Garden. Their designs are inspiring and each collection tells a story. Whether it’s the Dans la Forêt collection with pendants of rabits, earrings with squirrels or bats, or their Voluptueuse et Vaporeuse, which epitomises everything that is dreamy, with exotic flower motifs and pastel shades, inspired by Asian women in 1920’s;  Les Néréides is an exciting brand that constantly evolves. Every piece plays a part in a bigger story, but can also stand its ground on its own. We here at Make Me Beautiful feel absolutely inspirited by the uniqueness, ingenuity and love for jewellery design that Les Néréides displays as a brand, and as a life style.

Les Néréides Dans La Forêt Collection

Les Néréides Dans La Forêt Collection

Les Néréides Dans La Forêt Collection

Les Néréides Voluptueuse et Vaporeuse Collection

Les Néréides Voluptueuse et Vaporeuse Collection

Les Néréides Voluptueuse et Vaporeuse Collection

Les Néréides Voluptueuse et Vaporeuse Collection

Les Néréides Voluptueuse et Vaporeuse Collection

Les Néréides Voluptueuse et Vaporeuse Collection

Although the pictures we show here are pierced earrings, Les Néréides do have an exquisite range of clip on earrings which are co-ordinated with matching necklaces and bracelets.

Another spectacular example of a brand that works to perfection and loves the exactness of precision is Miquella. The brand works with chains creating a mixture of sizes, shades and weights into a single piece. With a strong emphasis on hand crafts, knotting, bead work, Miquella uses materials ranging from fine silk to  leather, from swarovski crystal to onyx and semi precious stones. Miquella designs follow one’s curves almost in a careless manner, portraying a mixture of easy-to-wear, but statement pieces.

Miquella stand at Scoop International Fashion Show 2012

Miquella stand at Scoop International Fashion Show 2012

Scoop International Fashion Show is an exhilarating collection of exclusive brands and exquisite designs. Expensive, and worth it for the quality and uniqueness one gets. One-off pieces from designers from all over the world, which would not be available to purchase in the average store. Fashion, accessories and art, all in the setting of an established gallery with prominent collections and aspiring visitor.

Black Rose Love stand at Scoop International Fashion Show 2012

Black Rose Love stand at Scoop International Fashion Show 2012

Black Rose Love stand at Scoop International Fashion Show 2012

Black Rose Love stand at Scoop International Fashion Show 2012

Scoop International Fashion Show at the Saatchi Gallery

As always, our Make Me Beautiful fashion scouts are out there pounding the streets and stalking the shows so that you don’t have to! We take in the collections and inspirations of many of Europe’s top designers to bring you an edit of the best ready-to-wear clip on earring collections. Look out for our new ranges available in store now.