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	<title>Alexandra May</title>
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	<description>Jewellery, Askew London, Sweet Romance, Konplott, Ollipop,  Au Bout des Reves, Catherine Popesco, Cufflinks, W D London, Mousie Bean</description>
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		<title>Ring A Ding</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 09:46:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tamara</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I adore rings, I simply cannot get enough of them. As I was trawling through Pinterest (my latest obsession), I came across this incredible picture of &#8216;ring heaven&#8217;. Fortunately for me, Ollipop by Sweet Romance, create rings by the dozen, and each and every one is stunning enough to fuel my ring addiction. Whether it&#8217;s [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">I adore rings, I simply cannot get enough of them. As I was trawling through <a title="Pinterest" href="http://pinterest.com/alexgraciemay/?d">Pinterest</a> (my latest obsession), I came across this incredible picture of &#8216;ring heaven&#8217;.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Alex-rings.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1161" title="Alex rings" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Alex-rings.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a>Fortunately for me, Ollipop by Sweet Romance, create rings by the dozen, and each and every one is stunning enough to fuel my ring addiction. Whether it&#8217;s bright and bold, a sparkling jewel or a true knuckle duster, there is a ring for every taste and every occasion.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/navy-blue-glass-crystal-ring/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1162" title="ollipop-blue-ring-R131-2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/ollipop-blue-ring-R131-2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a>Ollipop Navy Blue Glass Crystal Ring, £56</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/funky-orange-starflower-ring/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1163" title="Ollipop-sweet-romance-turquoise-glass-enamel-ring-2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Ollipop-sweet-romance-turquoise-glass-enamel-ring-2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a>Ollipop Orange Enamel and Turquoise Glass Flower Ring, £56</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/blue-iridescent-ring-copy/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1164" title="ollipop-clear-lava-glass-filigree-ring-2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/ollipop-clear-lava-glass-filigree-ring-2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a>Ollipop Clear Iridescent Filligree Ring, £60</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/funky-1960s-retro-flower-ring-yellow/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1165" title="ollipop-yellow-daisy-ring-R110-2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/ollipop-yellow-daisy-ring-R110-2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a>Ollipop Funky 1960&#8242;s Retro Flower Ring, £48</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/chalcedony-pearl-ring/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1166" title="Ollipop-sweet-romance-chalcedony-pearl-glass-R130-2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Ollipop-sweet-romance-chalcedony-pearl-glass-R130-2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a>Ollipop Chalcedony and Pearl Ring, £56</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/bohemian-olivine-ring/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1167" title="Ollipop-sweet-romance-enamel-pearl-crystal-vintage-ring-R183-2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Ollipop-sweet-romance-enamel-pearl-crystal-vintage-ring-R183-2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a>Ollipop Bohemian Olivine Ring, £56</p>
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		<title>Ocean Jewels</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 19:28:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tamara</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Askew]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[marine jewellery]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[pearl earrings]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[It all began with Chanel&#8217;s underwater-themed spring catwalk show, with its giant whitewashed coral and oversized oysters, and now every magazine from Elle to Easy Living have gone nautical. However, this season it&#8217;s not about Breton stripes and anchors, think shimmering mermaids, pretty shells, pearls, and coral. Whimsical sandals by Miu Miu were inspired by [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It all began with Chanel&#8217;s underwater-themed spring catwalk show, with its giant whitewashed coral and oversized oysters, and now every magazine from <a title="Elle" href="http://www.elleuk.com/">Elle</a> to <a title="Easy Living" href="http://www.easyliving.co.uk/">Easy Living</a> have gone nautical. However, this season it&#8217;s not about Breton stripes and anchors, think shimmering mermaids, pretty shells, pearls, and coral.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/sea-elle.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1114" title="sea elle" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/sea-elle.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/sea-el.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1115" title="sea el" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/sea-el.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a></p>
<p>Whimsical sandals by Miu Miu were inspired by sea creatures such as seahorses, starfish and crustaceans, while hot shoe designer of the moment, Charlotte Olympia, adorned gold platform heels with shells and pearls. And let&#8217;s not forget Alexander McQueen&#8217;s stunning sea anemone knuckle duster clutch.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/sea-shoe.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1118" title="sea shoe" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/sea-shoe.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a></p>
<p>Miu Miu Seahorse Sandal</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/charlotte.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1119" title="charlotte" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/charlotte.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a>Charlotte Olympia Shell Sandals</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/knuckle.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1129" title="knuckle" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/knuckle.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a>Alexander McQueen Sea Anemone Knuckle Duster Clutch</p>
<p>Jewellery is the perfect way to add a touch of underwater inspiration for this spring, and nobody does it better than Askew London. Each piece is handmade using vintage stones and these are our favourite &#8216;catch of the day&#8217;!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/scallop-shell-earrings/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1121" title="askew-london-coral-pearl-chain-shell-scallop-earrings2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/askew-london-coral-pearl-chain-shell-scallop-earrings2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a>Askew London Coral and Pearl Scallop Shell Earrings, £96</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/opaline-pearl-scallop-shell-earrings/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1123" title="pearl earrings" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pearl-earrings.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a>Askew London Opaline and Pearl Scallop Shell Earrings, £98</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/pearl-opaline-sealife-pendant-necklace/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1124" title="askew-london-pearl-white-pendant-sealife-necklace2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/askew-london-pearl-white-pendant-sealife-necklace21.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a>Askew London Opaline and Pearl Sealife Pendant Necklace, £140</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/blue-sealife-mermaid-pendant-necklace/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1125" title="askew-London-sealife-Pendant-Blue-Necklace2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/askew-London-sealife-Pendant-Blue-Necklace2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a>Askew London Blue Mermaid Sealife Pendant Necklace, £140</p>
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		<title>Cosmopolitan Magazine, The Saturdays and Konplott</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2012 22:20:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tamara</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Konplott]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Miranda Konstantinidou]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[We may not be able to name one of their songs, but we&#8217;ve certainly heard of The Saturdays, a fact that we&#8217;re rather proud of, which is just as well as they&#8217;re staring in the new issue of Cosmopolitan magazine wearing some of our FAVOURITE jewellery by Konplott. Mollie and Rochelle are wearing some of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We may not be able to name one of their songs, but we&#8217;ve certainly heard of The Saturdays, a fact that we&#8217;re rather proud of, which is just as well as they&#8217;re staring in the new issue of Cosmopolitan magazine wearing some of our FAVOURITE jewellery by Konplott.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/cover.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1041" title="cover" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/cover.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a></p>
<p>Mollie and Rochelle are wearing some of our all-time favourite pieces, including several Konplott Giant Round Sparkle Ring, £88, and the stunning Konplott &#8216;Cage&#8217; Wide Bracelet Cuff, £120.</p>
<p>Based in Luxembourg, Konplott was founded in 1986 by Miranda Konstantinidou. Konplott jewellery is handmade by Miranda in very small quantities, making it very unique and exclusive and therefore each piece is limited edition.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/yellow.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1042" title="yellow" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/yellow.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/giant-round-sparkle-ring-grey-gold/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1043" title="Konplott-giant-ring-grey-gold-785297-ring2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Konplott-giant-ring-grey-gold-785297-ring2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/giant-round-sparkle-ring-milky-opaline/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1044" title="konplott-giant-sparkle-ring-758314-milk-opaline2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/konplott-giant-sparkle-ring-758314-milk-opaline2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/giant-round-sparkle-ring/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1045" title="konplott-giant-ring784979-multi2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/konplott-giant-ring784979-multi2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/new-cage.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1046" title="new cage" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/new-cage.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/cages-wide-bracelet-cuff-silver-clear/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1048" title="cage cuff" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/cage-cuff.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a></p>
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		<title>Bold And Beautiful Pendants</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2012 08:13:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tamara</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Askew]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[In this week&#8217;s Grazia magazine, this fashion page on pendants and necklaces is stunning. Pendants and long necklaces are big and bold and look fabulous with summer dresses. But unless your budget starts at £995 and stretches to £43,260 &#8211; these are Cartier, Bulgari, Tiffany and Boodles after all &#8211; most of the above may [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this week&#8217;s Grazia magazine, this fashion page on pendants and necklaces is stunning. Pendants and long necklaces are big and bold and look fabulous with summer dresses.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pendants-new.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1026" title="pendants new" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pendants-new.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="549" /></a></p>
<p>But unless your budget starts at £995 and stretches to £43,260 &#8211; these are Cartier, Bulgari, Tiffany and Boodles after all &#8211; most of the above may be out of your league. However, we have the most bold and beautiful pendants that are just as stunning as these (if not more so in our opinion!) from Ollipop, Askew London and Sweet Romance.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/clover-necklace/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1027" title="Ollipop-sweet-romance-clover-enamel-pearl-necklace2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Ollipop-sweet-romance-clover-enamel-pearl-necklace2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a>Ollipop Clover Pendant Necklace, £80</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Ollipop-Sweet-Romance-Amber-bead-Necklace2.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1028" title="Ollipop-Sweet-Romance-Amber-bead-Necklace2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Ollipop-Sweet-Romance-Amber-bead-Necklace2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a>Ollipop Amber Crystal Enamel Pendant Necklace, £70</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/sweet-romance-millefiore-glass-bronze-chain-necklace2.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1029" title="sweet-romance-millefiore-glass-bronze-chain-necklace2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/sweet-romance-millefiore-glass-bronze-chain-necklace2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a>Sweet Romance Millefiori Venetian Glass Pendant Necklace, £110</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/askew-london-pearl-white-pendant-sealife-necklace2.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1030" title="askew-london-pearl-white-pendant-sealife-necklace2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/askew-london-pearl-white-pendant-sealife-necklace2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a>Askew London Pearl And Opaline Sealife Pendant Necklace, £140</p>
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		<title>Queen Of Diamonds</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Apr 2012 21:12:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tamara</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[News]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[In celebration of the Queen&#8217;s Diamond Jubilee, some of the most precious and stunning pieces of diamond jewellery from the Royal Family&#8217;s Royal Collection is set to go on display at Buckingham Palace. The exhibition &#8211; opening on 30 June &#8211; will include pieces such as the Coronation necklace worn by Queen Victoria, Queen Alexandra, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In celebration of the Queen&#8217;s Diamond Jubilee, some of the most precious and stunning pieces of diamond jewellery from the Royal Family&#8217;s Royal Collection is set to go on display at Buckingham Palace.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/queen.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1014" title="queen" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/queen.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a></p>
<p>The exhibition &#8211; opening on 30 June &#8211; will include pieces such as the Coronation necklace worn by Queen Victoria, Queen Alexandra, Queen Mary, The Queen Mother, and Queen Elizabeth II.</p>
<p>There will also be exquisite jewels from the Queen&#8217;s personal collection, including pieces that she has acquired throughout her reign, such as a miniature crown worn by Queen Victoria for her official Diamond Jubilee portrait in 1897, and a beautiful fringe brooch that previously belonged to Queen Victoria. A true celebration of beauty.</p>
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		<title>Wedding Jewellery &#8211; The Final Touches</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:35:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The wedding season is upon us. Venues have been booked, menus planned, flowers arranged, and dresses fitted. But what about those finishing touches? Whether it&#8217;s a vintage look or something more contemporary, jewellery is the one thing that will complete the picture. A simple pair of pearl stud earrings are all well and good, but [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The wedding season is upon us. Venues have been booked, menus planned, flowers arranged, and dresses fitted. But what about those finishing touches?</p>
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<p>Whether it&#8217;s a vintage look or something more contemporary, jewellery is the one thing that will complete the picture. A simple pair of pearl stud earrings are all well and good, but this season is all about fabulously decadent statement jewellery. Why not go for something a little more glamorous on your wedding day, such as a lavish necklace worn with a simple neckline or strapless wedding dress, or a pair of pearl and crystal drop earrings?</p>
<p>If you have opted for a vintage-style wedding dress, these Sweet Romance Crystal Leaf Necklace, £138, and Crystal Leaf Earrings, £48 (pictured below), are just so beautiful. Although not strictly vintage, they look as though they could have been passed down the generations from a great grandmother. Each piece is hand-finished, plated with either gold or silver and burnished for an antique effect. Very special.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/topaz-crystal-leaf-necklace-copy/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-982" title="sweet-romance-bronze-Crystal-leaf-necklace2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/sweet-romance-bronze-Crystal-leaf-necklace21.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a></p>
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<p>Pearls also work beautifully with vintage wedding dresses, such as this heavenly Sweet Romance Pearl and Cyrstal &#8216;Bow&#8217; Necklace, £130, and matching Errings, £65.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/silver-bow-necklace-copy/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-984" title="sweet-romance-Pearl-flower-necklace2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/sweet-romance-Pearl-flower-necklace2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a></p>
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<p>However, wedding jewellery can also look incredibly contemporary and modern, as well as &#8216;on trend&#8217;. These stunning Sweet Romance Crystal Long Earrings, £186 (below), skim the tops of the shoulders and look incredible with a strapless wedding dress.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/magnificent-long-earrings/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-986" title="sweet-romance-silver-crystal-long-earrings2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/sweet-romance-silver-crystal-long-earrings2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a></p>
<p>If your wedding dress is long and elegant, a piece of Art Deco or Art Nouveau jewellery can turn a simple dress into something quite stunning, such as this Sweet Romance Art Deco Crystal Necklace, £148, and Art Nouveau &#8216;Le Plume&#8217; Necklace, £186, and matching &#8216;Le Plume&#8217; Earrings, £78.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/art-deco-clear-crystal-necklace/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-987" title="sweet-romance-art-deco-clear-crystal-necklace2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/sweet-romance-art-deco-clear-crystal-necklace2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/silver-crystal-le-plume-necklace/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-988" title="Sweet-Romance-art-nouveau-feather-art-deco-crystal-necklace-diamante2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Sweet-Romance-art-nouveau-feather-art-deco-crystal-necklace-diamante2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a></p>
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<p>But what if necklaces don&#8217;t suit you and you don&#8217;t feel comfortable in earrings? Or perhaps your wedding dress has a particularly detailed neckline or high collar. A bracelet or cuff could be the answer. They are easy to wear but can be just as dramatic as other pieces of jewellery, such as this striking Sweet Romance &#8216;Gypsy Lace&#8217; Crystal Cuff Bracelet, £195.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/gipsy-lace-vintage-style-crystal-cuff-bracelet/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-990" title="sweet-romance-gypsey-lace-bracelet2" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/sweet-romance-gypsey-lace-bracelet2.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a></p>
<p>Now all that is needed is something borrowed and something blue. And a spritz of your favourite scent, mine is Creed Virgin Island Water.</p>
<p>Your carriage awaits!</p>
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		<title>Big Bling!</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:03:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tamara</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Askew Opaline Scallop Shell Earrings, £96 This spring, jewellery is BIG, both in scope and size! When it comes to earrings, forget Pat Butcher, these are seriously glamorous as huge chandeliers adorned the catwalks at Prada, Dolce &#38; Gabbana, Missoni, Oscar de la Renta and Emilio Pucci. It’s not just bling earrings that the fashion [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/category/askew-london/earrings"><img class="size-full wp-image-880 aligncenter" title="Askew-Opaline-Scallop-shell-Earrings" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Askew-Opaline-Scallop-shell-Earrings.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a>Askew Opaline Scallop Shell Earrings, £96</p>
<p>This spring, jewellery is BIG, both in scope and size! When it comes to earrings, forget Pat Butcher, these are seriously glamorous as huge chandeliers adorned the catwalks at Prada, Dolce &amp; Gabbana, Missoni, Oscar de la Renta and Emilio Pucci. It’s not just bling earrings that the fashion world is coveting, but necklaces too, and the bigger the better. And nobody is better at creating stunning statement pieces than Askew London.</p>
<p>Sue Askew works from her studio in London where she creates the most fabulous, intricate and ‘over the top’ jewellery. She cleverly incorporates original 1940s, 1950s and 1960s jewellery components with original glass and crystal stones, and sets them into either 24ct gold plate or sterling silver plate. Each piece of Askew London jewellery is either a one-off or extremely limited in quantity making it completely unique, covetable and collectable.</p>
<p>So when it comes to big bling, whether it&#8217;s a giant golden daisy necklace or a pair of stunning scallop earrings, nobody does it better than Askew London. But one word of warning&#8230; no sooner do we unpack these delectable packages that arrive from Sue Askew&#8217;s London studio, they sell out!</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/category/askew-london/necklaces"><img class="size-full wp-image-878 aligncenter" title="Askew-Giant-Daisy-Flower-Necklace" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Askew-Giant-Daisy-Flower-Necklace1.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a> Askew London Giant Golden Daisy Necklace, £148</p>
<p><a href="http://www.alexandramay.com/shop/category/askew-london/earrings"><img class="size-full wp-image-879 aligncenter" title="Askew-gold-daisy-flower-earrings" src="http://www.alexandramay.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Askew-gold-daisy-flower-earrings-.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" /></a> Askew London Giant Golden Daisy Earrings, £52</p>
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