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Tanya Taylor SS14 featuring SHOUROUK

Tanya Taylor (Fashion Designer) and SHOUROUK collaborated for Tanya Taylor's Spring/Summer 2014 collection at New York Fashion Week. 

Parisian designer Shourouk Rhaiem is a favorite at sophiescloset.com. Her use of bright colors and embroidery with contrasting materials like Swarovski crystals, metal sequins, silk, and industrial elements to create luxurious pieces of jewelry teamed perfectly with Tanya Taylor's fresh, young and bright printed designs.  

We can't wait to see what comes next from the talented SHOUROUK! 

The Runway Jewelry Edit: Spring/Summer 2014

Get runway ready by simply following our quick jewelry guide on what to wear next season. Whether it’s a buy me now impulse or something to save for, these key pieces will take you through this winter and into Spring/Summer 2014. 

Moschino, Givenchy, Missoni and Valentino showed us that punk is still in and a top trend for Spring Summer 2014. 

Moschino SS14

Kenneth Jay Lane, Ornate Gold Necklace 

Available upon request +97143804600

AED 1,895 (US) $520

Givenchy SS14

Mawi London, Red Glitter Bug Jeweled Clutch

AED 2,995 (US) $815 

Missoni SS14

Ciner, Panther Head Bracelets

AED 1,500 (US) $408 each

Valentino SS14

Jennifer Behr, Studded Leather Headband 

AED 820 (US) $223 

Rachel Zoe, Thin Tassel Rope Necklace 

AED 1,300 (US) $354

Spring summer trends wouldn't be the same without classic florals. Alberta Ferreti and Ocar de La Renta emphasize the orange floral hue from their collections with orange statement earrings...

Alberta Ferreti SS14

Shourouk, Mia Earrings

AED 1,875 (US) $510 

Oscar De La Renta SS14

Pink Pave, 

AED 115 (US) $35 

Available upon request +97143804600

And of course pretty pearls! Diesel showed us that its ok to style our girly pearls with edgy, statement separates for elegance with a twist. 

Diesel SS14

Badgley Mischka, Pearl Crystal Bracelet

AED 995 (US) $271

Trend Alert: Ear Cuffs

Ear cuffs are the latest accessory craze to hit our hotlist at Sophie's Closet HQ. Eccentric or elegant, embellished or feathered, whichever ear adornment you choose, you’ll surely soar in this season’s style stakes. Clips around the ear were awash on the AW13 runways, with Dries Van Noten, Roberto Cavalli, Chloe and Moschino Cheap & Chic just a few of the designers donning the key trend.

As always, we are pleased to bring you a sensational selection of outfit-enhancing ear cuffs from the acclaimed New York designer Joanna Laura Constantine.

Lend a tough-luxe edge to all your ensembles with these gorgeous-glam pieces:

Joanna Laura Constantine, Gold Baroque Ear Cuff 

AED 560 (US) $152

 A covetable clip-on comprising 18K gold plated frame.

Joanna Laura Constantine, Large Leaves Ear Cuff 

AED 895 (US) $244

Featuring an 18K gold plated outer and post back for pierced ears.

Joanna Laura Constantine, Mint Crystal Leaves Ear Cuff 

AED 520 (US) $142 

An 18K gold plated cuff with shimmering Swarovski crystals and 

clip-on fastening.

Joanna Laura Constantine, Large Crystal Leave Ear Cuff

AED 895 (US) $244

Gunmetal plated enhanced with Swarovski crystals and clip-on fastening.

Joanna Laura Constantine, Multicoloured Mohawk Ear Cuff 

AED 695 (US) $189

Gunplated with gunmetal plated exterior, Swarovski crystals and post back for pierced ears. Also seen on style-setter Myriam Fares.

 

Myriam Fares wearing the Joanna Laura Constantine 

Multicoloured Mohawk Ear Cuff available at sophiescloset.com

Visit again soon for more up-to-the-moment trend reports and our latest product news.

The Ninth Emirates Woman of the Year Awards 2013

It's that time of year again and yes you guessed it we need your votes! Voting is very simple, with 21 nominees and just 4 categories all you need to do is select your top 4, and that's 1 from each category...

This year Sophie Katirai, the founder of sophiescloset.com has been nominated in The Artists category and we need your vote to win! "Why The Artists category?" you may ask, well the women who express their passion through art, design and performance are all placed under The Artists. Sophie's passion for costume jewelry is undeniable and we hope you can help to reward her for bringing such beautiful jewelry to the Middle East by simply clicking here and casting you vote. 

Still need convincing? Here is a little more about Sophie Katirai... 

SOPHIE KATIRAI

Founder and Owner of sophiescloset.com

With a gemologist for a mother, an antique dealer for a father and two grandmothers with large private jewelry collections, Sophie has jewels in her blood. Her ethos is that costume jewellery should have the quality and longevity of finer pieces. Sophie’s Closet started with a handful of designers in 2008, and now carries over 50 designers in the online store. Her goal is to share her love for beautiful jewelry with women across the UAE. She believes her eye for detail came from her father, who passed away in 2010. Sophie says: “As a girl I didn’t understand [when my dad said] something old and hand-painted was special, but as I grew his words remained with me and now inspire me to find those rare jewels for my business...

To read all about the nominees and place your vote please visit emirateswoman.com/vote

CELEBRITY STYLE WATCH: Long Necklaces

The latest lust-have look sweeping the world of celebrities is long, luscious necklaces. Not only do they enhance your outfit in an effortless-chic understated way, they help to slim down the appearance of your silhouette.

Rihanna

Iconic style-setter Rihanna is a major fan of the statement-making drop necklace, adorning her white ensemble with a beautiful-meets-bling inspired chunky gold chain and pendant. Plus a selection of our favourite fashionista’s from Reese Whitherspoon to Heidi Klum also know how to rock a long outfit-transforming necklace. 

Heidi Klum

Reese Witherspoon

Here at Sophie’s Closet we’ve tapped into the trend and have an abundance of luxe long necklaces just waiting to entice you.

Take your pick from the Rachel Zoe Crystal Tassel End Rope Necklace, as seen on super-stylist Rachel Zoe herself. This covetable creation also doubles up as a belt, plus nails the nautical trend too!

Rachel Zoe

Rachel Zoe, Crystal Tassel End Rope Necklace

AED 2,595 (US) $706

For a wear anytime, anywhere option, this Lulu Frost Gold Tone Long Drift Pendant offers a natural romantic edge and fabulous feather motif set on a long brass plated chain. Wear yours with a vest and animal print a la the stunning Olivia Palermo or team it with your ultimate LBD for after-dark lustre.

 

Olivia Palermo 

Lulu Frost, Gold Tone Long Drift Pendant

AED 990 (US) $269

*matching earrings available

For a splash of perfect pearl, the Kenneth Jay Lane Long Pearl Tassel Necklace or Miriam Haskell Pearl and Crystal Tassel Necklace are intricately infused with striking Swarovski crystals. They host glitz and glam for instant evening allure.

Kenneth Jay Lane, Long Pearl Tassel Necklace 

AED 650 (US) $177

Miriam Haskell, Pearl and Crystal Tassel Necklace

AED 4,550 (US) $1,238

For an ultra-glamorous addition and to bring a bolt of colour, our Elizabeth Cole Turquoise Neon Yellow Art Deco Drop Long Necklace is gold plated, gorgeous and features Swarovski crystals blended with vintage stones.

We hope you love them!

Elizabeth Cole, Art Deco Drop Long Necklace

AED 1,570 (US) $427

Teen Choice Awards 2013

The red carpet at this year's Teen Choice Awards was sprinkled with nominees adorned in costume jewelry! From Cher Lloyd in statement gold chains to Selena Gomez in elegant turquoise drop earrings. The younger stars seem to have more fun when it comes to choosing their spotlight outfits and accessories. Here are a few of our favourite ensembles and how to achieve their looks…

Cher Lloyd

Pink Pave, Lion Chain Necklace 

AED 220 (US) $60

Selena Gomez

Dannijo, Ranya Earrings

AED 1,380 (US) $376

Leven Rambin

Kenneth Jay Lane, Large Oval Turquoise Earrings 

AED 355 (US) $97

Lucy Hale

Lisa Freede, Thin Silver Double Crystal Wrap

AED 310 (US) $84

Troian-Bellisario

Elizabeth Cole, Single Octagon Dagger Earrings

AED 350 (US) $95

All About Stacking

Adoring your arm with a stack full of bangles is once again a major top trend. Stacking bangles is an art form, requiring a perfect mix of colours, textures and various size bracelets and bangles.

Blake Lively 

Drew Barrymore

Olivia Palermo

To get your arms looking as beautiful as Drew, Olivia & co, just follow our guide on how to stack your arm candy in the most stylish way:

1. Odd numbers are more visually appealing, so start with just three or five bangles. Wear more if you feel comfortable to gain maximum impact.

2.Keep to the same shades or styles i.e. all gold. Crystals are a neutral and can be worn with whites or silvers.

Sarah Jessica Parker

3.Pick a theme and stick to it! (For example; edgy, preppy or ethnic.) An edgy spike bracelet will look out of place alongside a tribal friendship bracelet.

Heidi Klum

4. Consider the fit of your bracelets. Bangles with a larger circumference will sit lower on the wrist and fall over smaller sized bracelets. Keep to similar sizes for a clearer, more streamlined look.  

5. Start with the largest, boldest or widest bracelet toward your elbow and add smaller bracelets as you move towards your wrist. (Sometimes this rule can be broken by making the SECOND TO THE TOP bracelet the biggest instead of the first.) See what suits your arms best.

Rihanna

6. Watches can also be added to your stacking selection – just follow the rules above and ensure the size and colour complements your bracelets.

7. It’s OK to experiment and add in other materials, such as leather, thread or plastic. Again, just keep to your chosen colour theme.

8. With all this attention being drawn to your wrists, it’s advised to keep your nails manicured or painted, as they’ll now also be on display.

And remember…

The ever-glamouours stylist, editor and designer, Rachel Zoe always uses the phrase ‘more is more is more’. When it comes to stacking bangles along your arm – this phrase is only too true!

Follow these rules and simple steps to earn yourself some serious stacking-chic style cred!

Introducing CINER, a Collector's Dream

Vogue (November 1947)

Sophie’s Closet just got heaps more glamorous. We are now the exclusive home to beautiful CINER jewels, considered by most collectors to be the golden era of costume jewellery. This legendary jewellery house was founded in 1892 in New York by Emanuel Ciner, a fine jewellery maker. CINER made the switch to costume jewellery in the 1930s in order to accommodate the Post-Depression era American customer.

Vogue (date unknown)

Pearl Drop Earrings (AED 975/ US $265)

Pearl Flower Earrings (AED 850 / US $231)

Staying true to their fine craftsmanship, CINER became one of the most established costume jewellery lines during that era, establishing many technical innovations that are still widely used today. Because their work can so easily be mistaken for fine jewels, CINER is sometimes referred to as being the Tiffany of costume jewellery.

Vogue (date unknown)

Butterfly Brooch (AED 1,400 / US $381)

Emerald Drop Earrings (AED 1,155 / US $314)

Nadya Emerald Necklace (AED 4,500 / US $1,225)

Vogue (October 1948)

Black and Ivory Brooch (AED 1,350 / US $367)

Bow Brooch (AED 995 / US $272)

Insect Brooch (AED940 / US $256)

Pink Cabochon Pearl Brooch (AED 1,300 / US $354)

Their baubles made regular appearances in Vogue and on many Hollywood stars, including the queen of jewellery herself, Elizabeth Taylor. Sources say she once bought over $30,000 worth of CINER jewellery in one hour — that’s an astonishing number! In fact, one of her many CINER sets sold for $15,600 at the now infamous Christie’s auction of her famous jewels.

Elizabeth Taylor wearing her Ciner jewels (1991)

Double Panther Head Necklace (AED 2,640 / US $719)

Double Panther Head Necklace (AED 1,620 / US $441)

Not only is CINER special for their impeccable craftsmanship and sensational design, but it is also still a tightly-knit family business. Today, after over a century in business, CINER is run by Pat Hill, the granddaughter of Emanuel Ciner. Sophie met with Pat herself in New York, and hand-selected all the gorgeous jewels for our store. Enchanting, elegant, and with a legacy that spans over a century, CINER is the ultimate investment for the serious jewellery lover.