Make a statement with this elegant ring that is crafted in 18ct gold and set with white diamonds. It is finished in black rhodium with a blue sapphire set in the back. Available at: www.doverstreetmarket.com. Price: N646, 574.12 (£2,200)…
Get a new look in 2016 with these gold-tone brass Ortigia earrings that have three-part drops, comprising downward-facing arrows crafted from pyrite, chrysoprase and aventurine with Swarovski crystal pavé surrounds Available at: www.matchesfashion.com. Price: N51, 468.61 (£175)…
This stunning pair of gold-vermeil snake earrings with enamel, peridot, amethyst and pearl is a must-have accessory this Christmas. It will surely compliment perfectly that dinner dress. It is available at www.talismangallery.co.uk. Price: £1,000 …
This pleasant wing earrings by London-based fine jeweller Noor Fares, is inspired by her Lebanese heritage and passion for fine art. Lucky motifs feature heavily in her collections – many designs are engraved on the inside with an eye, which is thought to offer the wearer protection. The one pictured…
Make a statement with this uniquely designed Sabine G Ear Cuff that is made of white gold. This unique ear cuff is made with white diamonds and blue sapphires. Available at: Browns Fashion, 24-27 South Molton Street, London W1 (020-7514 0016; www.brownsfashion.com). Price: N3, 909, 921.38 (£12,930)…
This latest jewellery collection from British designer, Pippa Small, is inspired by her charity work devoted to reviving traditional Afghan skills of the Kuchi women who travel with their herds across the country’s stunning mountains. The pieces feature lapis lazuli from the ancient mines of Badakhshan, which have been in…
These earrings by Dior are inspired by an haute-couture Dior gown from 1951. These gold, amethyst and emerald earrings mimic the twisted ribbons found on the dress. They are perfect complement for that great look you desire for an evening outing. Price: N2, 630, 984.67 (£8,600). Available on www.dior.com.…
Natural pearls are now so rare, and their price so high such that these most interesting jewels have become the ultimate fashion items to have reports FUNKE OSAE-BROWN. Temisan Olaogun adores pearls. When she was at Harrods store in London last month, she bought Redline White Gold Pearl Bracelet, Shaun…
This Theo Fennell’s bee collection celebrates his favourite insect as a symbol of diligence and happy industry. These bee earrings have been handcrafted from 18kt yellow gold with 10-11mm freshwater pearl and 0.08ct diamonds. It features include: 18kt yellow gold earrings 10-11mm freshwater pearl Set with 0.08ct diamonds 5cm Presented…
FUNKE OSAE-BROWN Sporty, contemporary, elegant are words that best describe the latest Gucci Spring/Summer 2015 eyewear collection for both men and women. The collection for men includes aviator shaped sunglasses with a novel rubber-effect, for that soft-to-the-touch and comfortable feeling. Also, the sunglasses come with infrared lenses which protect the…
There is an explosion of vibrant costume jewellery that is recapturing the golden era of couture, with limited editions of highly inventive and intricately crafted designs writes FUNKE OSAE-BROWN Chinyere Okpala was in search of exquisite collection of jewellery, something simple yet sophisticated. Her taste for rare statement jewellery has…
FUNKE OSAE-BROWN Her small frame belies the power of creativity that lies within in her. Yemisi Omoniyi sits atop a creative enterprise that seeks the way the contemporary Nigerian woman is adorned and perceived. As a smart entrepreneur and one who is interested in adorning today’s woman, Omoniyi went on…
There is a growing desire for rare gemstones among consumers and investors. This has led to the craving for cool, calm, classic precious stones as a contemporary alternative to gold jewellery. In this report, FUNKE OSAE-BROWN discovers that precious stones are safe store of wealth, a tangible asset with serious…
Artist jewellery may be a terrain alien to Nigeria but they are bespoke pieces that enhance both the wearer and the work of art. They are fine art at its most intimate writes FUNKE OSAE-BROWN Akeem Oyeleke is bent double over his work table this sunny Saturday afternoon. The rays…
