Marilyn Monroe performed ‘Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend’ in the 1953 film Facebook Gentleman Prefer Blondes. In the iconic scene, the superstar is wearing a hot pink strapless gown accessorized with matching gloves and stacks of heavy handed diamond jewelry. The single row of diamonds sparkling on someone’s wrist oozes a timeless sophistication that is unmatched. A tennis bracelet is classic so it’s automatically the perfect addition to what you already have on, whether that’s a handmade treasure or a designer bangle,’ says Monica Rich Kosann, Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Monica Rich Kosann. Once considered too flashy for daytime, modern gals like Nicole Richie and Zoe Kravitz are not waiting for a formal event to add sparkle to their outfit. Seventy plus years later diamonds are still a girl’s best friend, but we’re wearing them very differently. Industry experts reveal how to brilliantly stack diamond jewelry because every day is a special occasion. Seventy plus years later diamonds are still a girl’s best friend, but we’re wearing them in an entirely different way. The style comes in a variety of metals including yellow, rose and white gold, silver and platinum.
Even when paired with summer’s popular beaded stretch bracelets or friendship styles.
They can feature any diamond shape (including oval, emerald cut, round and asscher) in a continuous row. The combinations are endless for ring stacking but for an intentional and harmonious look it takes a professional’s help. Even when paired with summer’s popular beaded stretch bracelets or friendship styles. I always look to add in an eternity style but it has to be with a twist! I personally love to mix as many textures as I can when stacking – meaning pave, mixed diamond shapes, and the settings the bands are made with,’ says Dara. A new layer of bling always goes a long way! Within her collection Dara offers a cigar band encrusted with multi-shape diamonds, which can add dimension and wow factor to any stack. For extra interest points, add chain! I personally love a classic diamond version which is a nod to the originator of the tennis bracelet, Chris Evert, who I have a collection with,’ shares Monica. This is the easiest way to elevate a stack as it has chain and dripping diamonds. My Candy Drop double ring doesn’t come off for this very reason. I look at juxtapositioning settings, making sure there are bezels along with prongs and again, shapes.
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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. There are so many amazing affordable and mid-range jewellery brands out there today, with a plethora of choice no matter what your style. 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. Their goal is to make pieces that ‘will be your go-to for years to come’. This British brand was launched in the autumn of 2024 by Tofi Caroline Adedoyin, a former investment banking director. Otiumberg positions itself as a demi-fine jewellery brand. 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. 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. All Grove & Vae jewellery is designed in London, and created using 14k gold vermeil and rhodium-plated sterling silver. 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 – www.backtoglamour.com – are as practical as they are elegant. Her signature T-bar necklaces – https://www.backtoglamour.com/blog/2024/07/29/sterling-silver-chains/ – have been worn by the likes of Taylor Swift.
The brand focuses on creating timeless, versatile pieces tailored to the modern woman’s everyday wardrobe. Made by small workshops all over the world, each piece holds a story. Prior to starting Bijoux De Mimi, Amelia attended Central Saint Martins. Items are produced in developing countries, giving the artisans income to lift themselves and their families out of poverty. Think timeless glamour meets modern minimalism, without the unattainable price tag. 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. I was tired of sacrificing style for quality, or my bank account for both’ says Neima Row founder Naomi Genes. With Love Darling believes in changing the world one piece of jewellery at a time. It specialises in bright, colourful jewellery. Catherine ‘Catch’ Rhys Jones started her label out of a frustration with the jewellery she was buying. Crystals & Co. founders (and best friends) Emily Mackeogh and Leah O’Reilly aim to accessorise peoples lives with fun, high quality affordable jewellery. The brand uses solid metals – not plated or vermeil, and promises no green fingers or brass rash. 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. 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.
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. Scream Pretty’s signature style is the curated ear – combining piercings and ear cuffs, to create bold stand out styling. 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. 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. Founded by Olivia Jenkins in 2021, D. Louise creates timeless long-lasting yet affordable jewellery. 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. Pieces are made in sterling silver with 18ct gold vermeil. 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. 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. The ranges include a collaboration with Vogue Williams. 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.