Reese Witherspoon was her own best advertising on Monday while shopping in Beverly Hills, California. Reese carried a white bag from a cupcake and carried one of the sweet treats while talking on the phone. She completed her outfit with a pair of open-toed wedge heels. Reese had fun with filters as she used the dog option with herself and her hairdresser. The Walk The Line star accessorised with mirrored sunglasses and several necklaces and carried a straw purse. The 40-year-old actress wore a blue Draper James ensemble as she strolled through the upscale neighbourhood. The Oscar-winning actress in 2015 launched the Draper James retail brand that focuses on fashion and home decor inspired by her Southern roots. Having a Mr T moment with all my necklaces,’ she said referencing the actor known for his necklaces on the 1980s show The A-Team. The actress earlier in the day shared a makeup free Snapchat video of herself after her morning workout. They could be sisters! Reese documented her outing on Snapchat and commented on her jewelry. Reese donned a short-sleeved dark blue crewneck blouse along with white capri trousers with a blue floral print. She also shared a Snapchat of herself getting her hair done with a thermometer reading of 80 degrees.

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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. 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. This British brand was launched in the autumn of 2024 by Tofi Caroline Adedoyin, a former investment banking director. 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. 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. Otiumberg positions itself as a demi-fine jewellery brand. Her signature T-bar necklaces have been worn by the likes of Taylor Swift. 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. There are so many amazing affordable and mid-range jewellery brands out there today, with a plethora of choice no matter what your style. All Grove & Vae jewellery is designed in London, and created using 14k gold vermeil and rhodium-plated sterling silver. Their goal is to make pieces that ‘will be your go-to for years to come’.

The brand focuses on creating timeless, versatile pieces tailored to the modern woman’s everyday wardrobe. It specialises in bright, colourful jewellery. 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. Crystals & Co. founders (and best friends) Emily Mackeogh and Leah O’Reilly aim to accessorise peoples lives with fun, high quality affordable 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. The pieces are gorgeous too – from delicate pendants to eye-catching hoops, available in either 18ct gold vermeil or sterling silver. Think timeless glamour meets modern minimalism, without the unattainable price tag. Made by small workshops all over the world, each piece holds a story. So she decided to make her own. I was tired of sacrificing style for quality, or my bank account for both’ says Neima Row founder Naomi Genes. 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 (i thought about this) or gold vermeil and natural gemstones. Catherine ‘Catch’ Rhys Jones started her label out of a frustration with the jewellery she was buying. With Love Darling believes in changing the world one piece of jewellery at a time. It always came with lengthy care instructions and still tarnished after only a few wears or turned my skin green’ she says.

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. 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 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. Pieces are made in sterling silver with 18ct gold vermeil. The ranges include a collaboration with Vogue Williams. 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. Scream Pretty’s signature style is the curated ear – combining piercings and ear cuffs, to create bold stand out styling. 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. Founded by Olivia Jenkins in 2021, D. Louise creates timeless long-lasting yet affordable jewellery. 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. 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.