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With designers such as Ralph Lauren and Marc Jacobs bringing together military trends including large pockets, embellished gold buttons, with a covering of Khaki, military uniforms were thoroughly dissected for Spring/ Summer 2015, and have descended through to the high street with gorgeously glam jungle ready ensembles.
From fringed bags, shirt dresses, jumpsuits and leather coats, the high street is here to prepare us for a summer in the wild, simply add animal inspired jewellery pieces from Taupe and Pearl for an elegant and feminine edge.

Bringing the faithful trend back to the high street with a vengeance, there's a whole range of gorgeously girly khaki dresses out there, perfect for a summer night watching the sunset. Creating soft wearable cuts that are figure flattering and give the ideal day to night ensemble. Team your dress with a suede jacket, and our feline fab Pardus necklace, creating a glamorously yet grungy ensemble.
Featured from top: Dress New Look, Jacket Warehouse, Pardus Necklace Taupe and Pearl, Bag Accessorize, Boots Next.
Khaki is a perfect solution to a stylish day time ensemble. Play around with large array of shades available across the high street this season, creating a complete military inspired ensemble. Team a pair of khaki style skinny jeans with an over sized t-shirt, as well as a must-have military jacket complete with on trend golden embellished buttons, matching your look with Taupe and Pearl's Mufeyda earrings and Tyto cuff, to dress up your subtle yet sexy GI Jane look!
Featured from top: Jeans Oasis, Shirt Jacket Topshop, Tyto Cuff Taupe and Pearl, Top Dorothy Perkins, Mufeyda earrings Taupe and Pearl, Bag Accessorize.
Finally, there is no better way to embrace the jungle and military trend than with a jumpsuit. Perfectly figure flattering, and great for the cooler spring nights. Team a plain jumpsuit with some sky high black heels to elongate those legs, as well as a simple faux leather jacket to add that rocker edge to your look. Complete your ensemble with statement jewellery such as our Lorelei necklace, giving a touch of sparkle to your look.
Featured from top: Jumpsuit H&M, Jacket Marks and Spencers, Lorelei necklace Taupe and Pearl, Shoes Office, Jumpsuit Miss Selfridge.
The beginning of a new season makes way for new fashions and styles. As Paris Couture fashion week came to a close lots of new jewellery trends came to the fore front:
Romantics
With Valentine's day just around the corner this look couldn't have come at a better time. The romantic jewellery trend pays homage to deep jewel tones, golds and pearls. It has a medieval vibe so think luxury and intricate detail.
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Mismatched earrings
Mismatched earrings were seen on most runways at couture weeks. A simple trend we can all replicate this season and the bigger the better! Not only is this style "on trend" it's also practical if you're like me and are constantly losing an earring!
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Chokers
Chokers were huge last season and it looks like they still mean business in spring/summer. To switch it up from last year think more sports luxe, chunky jewellery and chains add a modern twist to a 90's classic.
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Pendants
Large pendants were also a key feature down the runways. They add interest to any outfit no matter how simple or what the colour palette or style may be. When it comes to pendants in spring 2015 the bigger the better!
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How many of these trends will you be trying?
Gold fashion skull, unicorn jewellery. How to clean and care for your jewellery

How many times have you dug an old favourite piece of jewellery out of the cupboard only to find it's discoloured, rusted or (horror!) fallen apart? As much as you might curse the shop you bought it from, not caring for your jewellery properly is actually the biggest cause of defects.
Giving your fashion jewellery the proper love and care it deserves can ensure it stays looking gorgeous for years, and luckily it's very simple to do!

CARE
Do protect your lovely jewellery from rain, sweat and body lotion during wear
Do apply hairspray, perfume and body products (sparingly) before putting your jewellery on

 Don't do the washing up in all your rings and bracelets 

 Why- fashion jewellery is made from metal alloys (which means different types of metals mixed together) and water, alcohol and some oils can cause these metals to oxidise, creating rust, corrosion and a range of strange colours to appear on the surface from green to yellow. Alcohols and strong astringents can also cause metals and some types of beads and crystals to lose their gorgeous shine.

CLEANING
Do give your items a rub with a soft cloth after wear to ensure they're clean and sparkling
Do use a soft, clean dry toothbrush to clean daily dirt from hard to reach places occasionally if needed

 Don't use soapy water, chemicals or harsh abrasives to clean your jewellery

 Why- as above, too much moisture can cause metal alloys to oxidise, but chemicals or over vigorous cleaning can remove the coating from some pieces and loosen glues, increasing the chance of losing crystals and beads or the item falling apart!

STORAGE
Do remember to remove jewellery before bed
Do hang necklaces or lay them flat in a box, to stop them becoming tangled
Do store earrings in pairs for ease and piece of mind
Do find beautiful holders for your jewellery (especially lovely ring stands!) but remember to rotate the items 'on show' frequently, as direct sunlight and exposure to air can sometimes cause colours to fade.



It's safe to say that the sun has finally left us and we are well and truly on our way into a chilly winter!
We're still in the transitional fashion stage at the moment as it's not yet cold enough to wrap up in scarves and gloves but it's not warm enough to wear summer dresses and sandals. While we're in this phase it can be hard to know which trend to wear, and our jewellery can often be left behind. Here are some easy ways to make sure your jewellery is on trend and ready for the British winter.

 Rings
Midi rings were perfect for summer with a pastel manicure but as it gets colder the gloves will come out and your decorated fingers will be hidden away. Instead of midis switch to a statement ring which looks bold against grey skies and is great to slip over your favourite gloves.
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Keeping a look out for accessories while watching a film can introduce you to the wonderful jewellery trends and fashions of the era (whether real or fictional!). We share our top 5 favourite films containing jewellery pieces that we just couldn't take our eyes off!

1. The Great Gatsby: Based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s 1925 novel of the same name, the latest adaptation of The Great Gatsby (2013) starring Leo DiCaprio and Carey Mulligan. In terms of jewellery the 1920’s flapper generation was a time that drew inspiration from the Art Deco movement and the Ancient Egyptians. Beaded necklaces and decorated headbands were huge trends. 
To form the look, the jewels for the film were created by none other than Tiffany & Co which was already a famous jewellery producer at the time The Great Gatsby was set. (source)
The perfect hairstyle can compliment your jewellery, but so can your makeup. Makeup inspired by your jewellery can create easier styling, really make your favourite accessories pop and create a great overall look.

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When styling clothes we often spend hours trying to find the right balance for each item to create an overall look. But when it comes to jewellery we don't always take this approach and accessories that could make a statement fade into the background.

Studs are a jewellery classic that often fades into the background but, with the right hairstyle, they can stand out and really transform your look without too much hassle.

 The Bun
Too much hair can overwhelm small earrings, so a bun hairstyle allows this accessory to take centre stage.
Hair away from the face draws attention to your other features and the studs will immediately become the focus of your outfit.
This look is great for statement studs like Kim Kardashians above or for lazy days when you want to add some glamour without too much effort
It's a bug eat bug world this fashion season, but rest assured that these are the kind of bugs you'll love! Bug inspired jewellery was a big trend last fall and it's come back again to add quirky glam to our jewellery boxes this season.
Notable jewellery designers like Daniela Villegas and Lito are leading the way with beautiful bug inspired accessories that are sure to melt any bug hating heart.

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'You mustn't be afraid to sparkle a little brighter, darling'- Kirsten Kaehn

This fall it's all about sparkling in gold!

Gold dominated the runway this season and captured our hearts, inspiring us to add glamour and the party spirit into our fall wardrobe.

The gold trend was seen on the Chloe, Prada and Dolce & Gabbana runway.
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A big trend on the A/W 2014-15 runways this season was the single earring.

Appearing on runways such as Celine, Isabel Marant and Louis Vuitton this trend is predicted to be a big one for fall!


Celine & Louis Vuitton A/W 2014-2015 runway

Although Kim Kardashian was seen sporting these evil eye bracelets back in 2010 (which is a very long time ago in fashion world) the evil eye talisman has been around a lot longer than that. The evil eye seems to make a comeback every few years whether it be in jewellery or prints, but there is far more to them than just fashion. 


Evil eye jewellery goes back thousands of years and is the most common talisman to 'stop the evil eye'. It stems from a belief that an envious or evil look will bring bad luck or inflict a curse on the recipient. It is said that wearing evil eye jewellery will protect the wearer from harm by reflecting away the evil intent. 


If you want to protect yourself from bad luck (or just think they look gorgeous!) we've got some in out vintage and one off collection. Browse or buy here.

Time for the second installation of jewellery storage inspiration - the Cake stand. If you've seen our vintage teacups for storage post you've probably guessed that we love an essence of afternoon tea when displaying our jewellery. Mad as a Hatter? Probably, but there's no denying it looks gorgeous. 
Using a cake stand for storage has a number of perks. Firstly, if you get yourself a tiered one you can create yourself a skyscraper of fabulous jewellery without using much surface space. Secondly, they come in a wide array of colours & styles so you're guaranteed to find one that suits your decor taste. We love a hot pink glass cake stand to display our pieces, although we understand they won't be to everyones taste, so below we've gathered together a couple more inspirational images. 

Gorgeous display of clear glass cake stands and perfume bottles
Clear glass cake stand for clean lines & a modern feel
Blue & white cake stand for a feminine yet chic look


Products Featured on pink cake stands available here.

It's that time of the year where we're being bombarded by images of perfectly toned, perfectly tanned models lounging on a beach or by a pool looking irritatingly effortless. 
Although we can't promise that accessorising will give you that golden glow (that's what fake tan is for!) it will give you that touch of effortless glamour & a little confidence boost that will have you looking your best. 

First things first, the go-to summer accessory - sunglasses, whether you're into the designer kind or happy with the high-street they'll protect your eyes and give you confidence. They come in endless choices of colours and styles from tortoiseshell to gunmetal, aviators to cat-eye, don't be afraid to try on different shapes and styles until you find the perfect pair to suit your face. And don't be embarrassed to buy more than one pair if you find it hard to get hold of ones you like, they get easily lost & ruined. 


Now onto accessory number two, the Kimono. Kimono's are a big trend this season and are in all the high-street stores, they come in a multitude of colours and prints which you can either co-ordinate with your swimwear or use to pattern clash for your own unique look. If you're off on holiday this year they're a wonderfully versatile piece, you can wear them over your normal clothes as an alternative to a cardigan & are great to protect your shoulders if you've caught the sun a bit more than you might have liked. 



Last but not least the most glamorous of all the swimwear accessories - the statement necklace. Although we're not expecting you to spend all day wearing one (you'd get some very peculiar tan lines!), they add that touch of glamour if you have one in your beach/pool bag, ready to throw on when you pop to the poolside bar or go for lunch. It's the statement necklace that will draw attention to your décolletage and coupled with the sunglasses and kimono will create that effortless model-like chicness. 

Products shown:
First image shows necklace similar to the Aila (£9.50)
Necklace shown with blue swimwear: Sisley (£16.50)
Necklace shown with black swimwear: Elytron (£13.00 Now £11.50)

Right now we're loving Rita Ora for fashion inspiration and the image above just sums up why in a nutshell. Maybe it's the tiger swimwear (you know we love our animal pieces here at shop taupe and pearl!) or just the mass of stacked metal on her hands (we're partial to a bit of that too!) but we just can't get enough of this look. 

Rita is the ultimate urban goddess she always nails the perfect balance between the edgy sporty look contrasted with some glamorous statement jewellery. Of course not everyone can pull off sweatpants and a crop top like she can (we know we can't) but we can take some inspiration from her styling. - Red lips, denim shorts, casual t-shirt with a ton of statement jewellery. 

 

As well as her urban look Rita also knows how to do elegant. Still rocking her statement red lip she pairs a gorgeous lace dress with a stunning crystal and pearl ear cuff. Again showcasing the incredible use of jewellery that is so synonymous with Rita's style. Rita Ora just goes to show that being bold in your choice of jewellery can really make an outfit. 


For a statement necklace to style like Rita have a look here.
For the stunning Cora ear cuff seen on Rita click here. 
To see other celebrities spotted in our Cora ear cuff have a look here. 

Now this might not be everyones cup of tea but we're loving vintage teacups to display our favourite jewellery pieces! Vintage teacups add a gorgeous whimsical touch to any room and are easy and cheap to get hold of from places like eBay, charity shops or car boot sales (or ask your friends & family if they have any odd ones floating about!)

If you're a jewellery lover with a collection as big as ours it might seem a slight bit impractical to store all your jewellery in individual teacups, but they're ideal for those favourite every day pieces, or special items that you want to keep on display. 

If you're a bit low on surface space you can also stack & glue together cups and saucers for a tiered jewellery stand. Or, if you have a spare drawer but nowhere to display your jewellery filled teacups they make for beautiful dividers to stop those long necklaces getting tangled together. 

Stack some cups & saucers, whip out the glue gun and you're good to go!

Now this one's a bit unstable looking but beautiful nonetheless! 

For some of our favourite decor ideas have a look on our Pinterest decor board

How do you like to store your Jewellery? 

Jewellery stacking is one of those wonderful things that let you breathe new life into old pieces by pairing & layering them with newer items. It's a perfect way to create an individual look unique to your style (especially when paired with some gorgeously painted nails!). 

The first rule of ring stacking - there are no rules! Layer away to your hearts content, mix silver with gold, dainty rings with statement ones & antiques with costume jewellery. Just have fun with it and don't be afraid to try some unusual combinations - you might be surprised! 




For some newer pieces to add to your stacking have a look at our rings here. 

Gunmetal is the hottest metallic this season. It's neutral tone means it pairs well with almost any colour and is a great base when experimenting with mixing different metal jewellery pieces. Although it's dark silvery tone lends itself well to edgy and grungy outfits it also looks phenomenal combined with pops of colour. 

 Mixing gunmetal tones with bright flamingo-like pinks creates a great contrast guaranteed to make you stand out. Pink really lifts the dark gunmetal and the two colours together compliment each other perfectly, creating a look that's the perfect balance between glamorous and grungy. 
Shown Above: Pink & Gunmetal Zinnia Necklace (£10.50)


Gold & Lace are a match made in heaven, the warm metallic tone of the gold paired with delicate lace is guaranteed to create a feminine and elegant look. There are many ways to make use of this winning combination, accessorising lace skirts & dresses with stacked gold bracelets, or casually throwing on a gold necklace with a lace top and some denim. 

An effortless way to work gold & lace into your day to day wardrobe is through some lace inspired gold jewellery. Our Lorenne necklace is the perfect accompaniment to a cocktail dress, casual t-shirt or worn under the collar of a denim shirt, however you wear it it's bound to make a statement. Additionally, our gold coloured Lola shield ring is a statement piece that can be worn with both casual and formal outfits and will beautifully adorn any hand with an intricate and eye-catching touch. 

Shown Above: Lorenne gold necklace (£9.00) & Lola gold shield ring (£5.00)


Animal prints are one of those classic things that never really go out of style, yes they change from season to season (some zebra print here, some snake print there) but ultimately they'll never look out of place when paired with the right outfit. 

A perfect way to wear them this season is with nudes, pinks & whites to soften the look without losing the attitude. Pairing animal print with a tailored blazer also helps create that look of effortless chic. Neutral toned animal prints like leopard look incredible paired with gold-toned statement jewellery, especially stacking pieces with an animal twist to them such as our Persis snake bracelet. 

Layering with Persis Bracelet
If you're a bit sceptical to introduce some animal print into your wardrobe start small with accessories like a clutch or some heels, they look incredible paired with a blush pink dress & white blazer, or some white skinny jeans & chunky nude toned jumper. But don't forget to accessorise by layering some gold statement animal jewellery to complete the look!

Shown above: Persis snake bracelet (£7.50)