ICONIC IDOL: Elizabeth Taylor

One of the most famous and iconic film stars of all time, Elizabeth Taylor, will forever have a place in our hearts. She displayed her love of fashion and fine jewelry by adorning herself in the most exquisite, oversized, sparking, and even occasionally provocative, jewels.

Ms Taylor was also renowned for her fun nature and impressive selection of costume jewelry. Here we take a walk down memory lane and revisit some of her most treasured images and deluxe jewels...

Kenneth Jay Lane, Crystal Black Deco Drop Earrings 

AED 895 (US) $ 244

Ciner, Rose Pearl Drop Earrings 

AED 975 (US) $265

Dannijo, Ranya Earrings 

AED 1380 (US) $376

Siman Tu, Cubic Zirconia Tiara

AED 3150 (US) $857

Miriam Haskell, Long side Motif Pearl Necklace

AED 2580 (US) $705

Kenneth Jay Lane, Turquoise Pearl Brooch 

AED 690 (US) $188

TREND ALERT: Riviera jewels

Think personal forget-me-not jewels full of holiday memories, these jewels are fun, oversized and sweet! They are just about bold enough to make a statement, here are a few of our favorite Riviera inspired jewels... 

Ciner, Pearl Drop Earrings 

AED 1,320 (US) $359

Vintage Chanel, Hear Earrings 

AED 1,875 (US) $510

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent, Ornate Earrings

AED 3,250 (US) $885

Siman Tu, Blue Aqua Glass Earrings 

AED 1,595 (US) $434

Jennifer Behr, Crystal Anchor Hair Pin 

AED 450 (US) $123

Bridal Photoshoot at Sophiescloset.com

Sophie's Closet Headquarters was the recent location for this beautiful bridal photoshoot organized and styled by The White Connection and photographed by Shereena Lootah. All the jewelry featured is either available at sophiescloset.com or Sophie's Closet Showroom. 

Ciner, Crystal Flower Pearl Drop Earrings 

Available at Sophie's Closet Showroom 

Price upon Request 

Siman Tu, Three Flower Tiara

AED 7,300 (US) $1,987

Erickson Beamon, Ballerina Earrings

AED 2,200 (US) $599

Jennifer Behr, Sabrina Crystal Leaf Headband

AED 3,700 (US) $1,007

Vintage, Reconstructed Haircomb 

Available at Sophie's Closet Showroom 

Price upon Request 

Jennifer Behr, Double Scallop Crystal Headwrap 

Available at Sophie's Closet Showroom 

Price upon Request 

Ciner, Crystal Flower Pearl Drop Earrings 

Available at Sophie's Closet Showroom 

Price upon Request 

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Why not pop over to sophiescloset.com to see our full range of bridal jewels and accessories... 

Why We LOVE Clip-on Earrings

At sophiescloset.com, not only do we stock a sensational selection of earrings for pierced ears, we have an abundance of delectable designs that are clip-ons. 

You’ll have noticed that large statement earrings are once again enjoying a major fashion moment, with celebrities, the style conscious and fashionista’s everywhere opting to adorn their earlobes with big, bold clip-on styles. 

Clip-ons are the only way to wear this statement-making oversized earring trend, as the weight would be too much for a pieced earring design, putting too much pressure on the ears. With clip-ons the designs sit perfectly on the ears, without drooping and without the risk of tearing or damaging your ears. 

Beyonce wearing large Vintage Chanel clip-on earrings 

Vintage Chanel, Classic Birdcage Earrings 

AED 5,200 (US) $1,415

So why did clip-on earrings become so popular? Here’s a few fascinating facts:
During the 20th century pierced ears were considered uncivilized and so screw backs and clip-ons were invented to make it possible for women to wear earrings. 

Even though both pierced styles and clip-ons are desirable today, many of the top costume jewelry designers, such as Kenneth Jay Lane and Miriam Haskell, still prefer to create their beautiful designs with clips.

Vintage Yvest Saint Laurent, Jade Drop Earrings 

AED 3,900 (US) $1,062

Costume jewelry is notoriously crafted from large bold stones of various colors, sizes and shapes. The more elaborate the design, the heavier the earrings may become; so clip-ons make the most comfortable and flattering choice. 

In addition to this, clip-on earrings will not drop down the ear, they’ll sit exactly where you want them to - essential for creating a striking impression, whatever the occasion!

Siman Tu, Aqua Glass Drop Earrings 

AED 1,595 (US) $434

Follow these easy steps to wear your clip-ons in ultimate comfort: 
• Alternate days between wearing heavy clip-ons and more lightweight earrings to give your ears time to recover.
• Always use clip-on pads to reduce the tension on your ear lobes.
• When wearing clip-ons, we recommend removing the earrings every few hours and massage the area that was under the clips to relieve any pressure.

Clip-on earrings have been long been a favorite amongst celebrities and on the catwalks, so why not take the time to give them a try and enjoy them too?


Come back soon for more fashion tips and news about all things rare and pretty…

New York Fashion Week: FROW Focus

Recently we saw the celebs and supermodels out in force for the fashion event of the season - New York Fashion Week. As always, the fashionista’s filled the front row in their finest attire, so we thought we’d take a closer look at the gorgeous gems and glitzy jewels that adorned the FROW.

Statement Necklaces

The ever-glamourous Miroslava Duma secured her style-setter status by wearing one of her trademark statement necklaces to sit front row at Theyskens’ Theory F/W 2013. Glitzy gems are always the order of the day for the former editor of Harper's Bazaar Russia and her chic colourful cluster last week was no exception.

Miroslava Duma 

Get her look with our Shourouk Rita Cadillac Necklace, designed with Swarovski crystals, brass chain and neon sequins.

 

Shourouk, Rita Cadillac Necklace 
AED 2,990 (US) $814

Or opt for our coloured jewelled Joomi Lim Split Personality Necklace - silver plated and enhanced with Swarovski crystals, it’ll ensure your neckline gets all the attention!

 

Joomi Lim, Split Personality Necklace 
AED 1,740 (US) $474 

Solid Gold

Gorgeous gold was out in force at both New York Fashion Week and LFW too! Kat Graham was just one style setter at the Jeremy Scott show wearing a stand-out solid gold moulded necklace.

Kat Graham

Give yourself a touch of gold with this Rachel Zoe Love Me Knot Collar Necklace. Gold plated, Swarovski crystals and with a hidden interlocking hook closure. It’s an outfit-transforming piece, whatever the occasion!

Rachel Zoe, Love Me Knot Necklace 
AED 2,150 (US) $585 

Studs

If you like your jewellery a little more low key, then you’ll love Miley Cyrus’ subtle studs. Perfect for complementing her rock-chic look, Miley sat front row at Rachel Zoe’s fall collection in earrings similar to these House of Harlow black leather beauties.

Miley Cryus

House of Harlow 1960, Starburst Button Earrings 
AED 185 (US) $50 

Gold Bangles

For a fashionable wrist, à la FROW style, you need to pile up the gold bangles as high as you dare! Get Eve’s Falguni & Shane Peacock show look with our Miriam Haskell Gold Chain Coil Bracelet or these 24K gold antique plated Elizabeth Cole Set of Gold Textured Bangles.

Miriam Haskell, Gold Chain Coil Bracelet 
AED 2,495 (US) $679 

Elizabeth Cole, Set of Textured Bangles 
AED 920 (US) $250

Color Crush

Turquoise brightened the day at Milly By Michelle Smith with Alicia Quarles’s exquisite Kenneth Jay Lane turquoise blue drop earrings. Steal her style and add a pop of colour to your ears with our Siman Tu Turquoise CZ Drop Earrings with so-chic cubic zirconia stones.

Alicia Quarles

Kenneth Jay Lane, Turquoise Tassel Earrings AED 595 (US) $162

Siman Tu, Turquoise CZ Drop Earrings 

AED 1990 (US) $542

Erickson Beamon, Bosa Nova Earrings 
AED 1,760 (US) $479

Alternatively these  Erickson Beamon Bosa Nova Earrings will stop you feeling blue – beautiful, spirited, silver plated and enhanced with Swarovski crystals.

Drop Earrings

Katherine Heigl

Elizabeth Cole, Diamond Cluster Earrings 

AED 970 (US) $264

Finally, if you love the stunning simplicity of clear crystal, these cluster drop earrings are a must-have! Katherine Heigl wore a pair at J. Mendel, so we suggest our Elizabeth Cole Diamond Cluster Earrings with Swarovski crystals (as seen on Gossip Girl's final season). They’ll see you stylishly through season-after-season...

Saying farewell to Blair Waldorf

Blair Waldorf

All good things must come to an end, and unfortunately, Gossip Girl is no exception to the rule. On Monday, the drama filled lives of our favorite Upper East Siders came to an end and we are now wondering, what could possibly replace it?

So, to pay homage to all the beautiful jewels adorned by the Queen Bee herself, we have selected a few favorites which are available at www.sophiescloset.com

 

Siman Tu Three Flower Tiara  

Siman Tu Cubic Zerconia Tiara

Jennifer Behr Art Deco Crystal Silk Headwrap 

Badgley and Mischka Victorian Bow Necklace

Siman Tu Pearl and Coral Flower Choker

Siman Tu Butterfly Necklace

Bounkit Faceted Moonstone Earring

David Aubrey Multi Layer Pearl Necklace