Penelope Cruz was her usual breathtaking self as she arrived at the unveiling of her own jewelry collection with Atelier Swarovski at Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week on Monday. This coincided with the announcement that Swarovski’s pieces will from now on always be made with responsibly sourced gold. She wore a pair of black peep-toe heels, showing off her scarlet pedicure. She debuted the collection at Cannes Film Festival a few weeks ago, while promoting her latest movie Everybody Knows (Todos Los Saben). The American Crime Story actress, 44, stunned in an elegant black gown, which featured an intricate cut-out detailing at the décolletage. Penelope’s range is called the Cocktail Of The New Penelope Cruz Fine Jewelry Collection. The Murder On The Orient Express star wore her brunette locks loose, allowing them to fall sleekly behind her shoulders. She appeared on the red carpet at a screening for the film sporting two pieces from the collection, which is a collaboration with Atelier Swarovski. The bandage style dress clung to the svelte actress’ frame, before fanning out in a tulle at the bottom. Monday evening’s debut also marks the collection being open to order from July onward. She adorned the look with the occassional accent of silver jewlery – presumably from her own collection. Penelope sported her usual tones of make-up, with a caramel slick to her lips and dusky sweep to her eyes.
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If you’re as magpie-like about jewellery as I am, you’ll always be on the lookout for new brands and original pieces to add to your collection. The brand’s founders, sisters Christie and Rosanna Wollenberg, believe you shouldn’t just save beautiful jewellery for best, so the sculptural rings and earrings are as practical as they are elegant. This British brand was launched in the autumn of 2024 by Tofi Caroline Adedoyin, a former investment banking director. Tilly Sveaas founded her eponymous brand in 2016. Born in Hong Kong to British-Norwegian parents, London-based Tilly has been a jewellery designer for over 25 years, creating her first pieces during an extended trip to Bali, where she still produces to this day. Their goal is to make pieces that ‘will be your go-to for years to come’. If you love keeping things unique and prefer to shop independent, these jewellery brands are worth checking out and keeping in mind for your next purchase. All Grove & Vae jewellery is designed in London, and created using 14k gold vermeil and rhodium-plated sterling silver. There are so many amazing affordable and mid-range jewellery brands out there today, with a plethora of choice no matter what your style. Her signature T-bar necklaces have been worn by the likes of Taylor Swift. But along with the prominent brands we all know and love, there are a load of under-the-radar gems (no pun intended) out there just waiting to be discovered. Otiumberg positions itself as a demi-fine jewellery brand.
The brand focuses on creating timeless, versatile pieces tailored to the modern woman’s everyday wardrobe. So she decided to make her own. The pieces are gorgeous too – from delicate pendants to eye-catching hoops, available in either 18ct gold vermeil or sterling silver. It specialises in bright, colourful jewellery. Founded by Amelia Hitchcock-Merritt in the middle of lockdown at just eighteen, Bijoux De Mimi became one of the fastest growing jewellery brands in the UK. Think timeless glamour meets modern minimalism, without the unattainable price tag. The brand uses solid metals – not plated or vermeil, and promises no green fingers or brass rash. I was tired of sacrificing style for quality, or my bank account for both’ says Neima Row founder Naomi Genes. Prior to starting Bijoux De Mimi, Amelia attended Central Saint Martins. Made by small workshops all over the world, each piece holds a story. Catherine ‘Catch’ Rhys Jones started her label out of a frustration with the jewellery she was buying. After working in the jewellery industry for 10 years, Amelia Bainbridge saw a gap in the market for jewellery that was both beautiful and affordable – and Auree was born in 2014. All Auree pieces are made with the highest quality solid gold, sterling silver or gold vermeil and natural gemstones. It always came with lengthy care instructions and still tarnished after only a few wears or turned my skin green’ she says. With Love Darling believes in changing the world one piece of jewellery at a time. Items are produced in developing countries, giving the artisans income to lift themselves and their families out of poverty. Crystals & Co. founders (and best friends) Emily Mackeogh and Leah O’Reilly aim to accessorise peoples lives with fun, high quality affordable jewellery.
It was established in 2009, with the ethos that jewellery should say a lot about who you are, whether big and bold or delicate and gold – www.backtoglamour.com/blog/2024/08/02/jewelry-care-tips-how-to-clean-sterling-silver-jewelry/ – . Dreamt up on a bicycle ride through Rajasthan, India, the British jewellery brand Memara was launched in 2019, with the aim to create beautiful, timeless yet affordable demi-fine pieces. After growing up in Singapore, founder Lynette Ong left her job in finance to pursue a dream of using her creativity for the better. Award winning British Jewellery Brand Scream Pretty was founded by Lucy Lee with her sister Jessica Pearce in 2016. This family run business designs jewellery for self expression; affordable, stylish and fun – jewellery to shout about. Olivia’s pursuit began when she identified a gap in the jewellery market – the need for everyday pieces that wouldn’t fade after a few wears – with this every piece comes with a lifetime guarantee against colour fading. Abby is a big believer in the talismanic and restorative power of jewellery, and strives to create designs that are both ethical and fashioned with love. The eclectic collection draws inspiration from founder Abby Kaye’s past experiences and travels through India, as well as her childhood in London and love of nature. The brand is named after Olivia’s mother Deborah Louise who Olivia sadly lost to cancer in 2017. With the loss of her mother, Olivia felt life was too short to not be truly passionate about the everyday and D.Louise was born. Founded by Olivia Jenkins in 2021, D. Louise creates timeless long-lasting yet affordable jewellery. The ranges include a collaboration with Vogue Williams. Scream Pretty’s signature style is the curated ear – combining piercings and ear cuffs, to create bold stand out styling. Pieces are made in sterling silver with 18ct gold vermeil.