How to wear a Brooch by Sophiescloset.com

Religiously worn by Russian ‘It Girls’ Miroslava Duma and Ulyana Sergeenko the brooch is the latest must have statement jewel. A brooch is the most versatile of all accessories, it can transform and add instant glamour to any outfit. The perfect brooch can even save a dull ensemble! From vintage classics to modern brooches sophiescloset.com has them all…

Kenneth Jay Lane, Coral Turquoise Brooch

AED 690 (US) $188 

Clothing 

For a classic look that never dates; attach your brooch to a blazer, top or dress. Try buttoning a shirt and pin the brooch between the collars instead of wearing a heavy statement necklace. A special brooch can transform a simple outfit into a unique one.

Vintage, Rhinestone Brooch 

AED 420 (US) $114

Hair 

Try using a brooch as a hairpin, for a chic look tuck the brooch into a loose updo. To transform your hair from ‘everyday’ to something special, simply pin a brooch to a ribbon or headband and wear as usual. Or even try pinning your brooch to the side of your head scarf to add some sparkle.

Kenneth Jay Lane, Large Emerald Centre Brooch 

AED 1,100 (US) $299 

Bags 

Pin your brooch to a large handbag or clutch; the result will be a beautiful evening handbag. 

Kenneth Jay Lane, Large Lapis Pearl Brooch 

AED 875, (US) $238

Jewelry 

To achieve a new brooch style for everyday, pin your brooch to a favorite necklace or bracelet and co-ordinate to your look. 

Click here to shop our favorite brooches at sophiescloset.com... 

Vintage YSL: True Timeless Treasures

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent has arrived at Sophie’s Closet and we’re beyond excited! Not only is vintage YSL impossibly-chic, its classic pieces are truly timeless, irresistibly iconic and are the ultimate investment items too.

Don’t believe us? Then check out this cover of Vogue Italia from November 2009, featuring a pair of vintage YSL earrings. Don’t they look sensational?! We’ve sold out of this exact pair, however we’ve similar styles now in stock to get your fashion radar racing…

Take these striking blue poured glass centre heart earrings with Yves Saint Laurent writing – they’ll look oh-so-sensational for work, weekend and after-hours alike. Wear them with anything, anytime!

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent, Blue Heart Button Earrings
Available at Sophie's Closet Showroom 
Price upon request 

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent, Ornate Rose Heart Earrings
Available at Sophie's Closet Showroom 
Price upon request 

Aussie songstress Kylie Minogue is no stranger to style, and she wore a pair of vintage YSL drop earrings to the Brit Awards at the O2 arena. Get a gorgeous celebrity look for yourself with these authentic earrings – they’re in punchy pink with a double drop, featuring an ornate heart design.

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent, Ornate Pink Heart Drop Earrings
Available at Sophie's Closet Showroom 
Price upon request 

Plus, why not celebrate the retro trend with these ever-fashionable fabulous vintage YSL treasures? Elegant earrings, gold-plated hearts and colored glass add an effortless chic style to every look.

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent, Heart Earrings
Available at Sophie's Closet Showroom 
Price upon request 

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent, Gold YSL Earrings
Available at Sophie's Closet Showroom 
Price upon request 

Alternatively to add instant wow-factor and fun to all your outfits, these beautiful red and amber vintage Yves Saint Laurent Heart Drop Earrings, framed with gold snakes, will be your glam, go-to option. Team with your favourite little black dress and let your scene-stealing earrings do the talking!

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent, Red Drop Earrings
Available at Sophie's Closet Showroom 
Price upon request 

ALL CHANGE AT YSL…

If you’re not yet heard, after more than half a century, the Yves Saint Laurent name and YSL interlocking initial stamp has changed. The label’s new Creative Director, Hedi Slimane, dropped the ‘Yves’ from their ready-to-wear collection and the new name is ‘Saint Laurent Paris’. So with this in mind, our vintage YSL treasures are becoming even more iconic and valuable. Now’s the time to invest…

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MIROSLAVA DUMA's Jewellery at Sophie's Closet Dubai

Miroslava Duma always seems to get it right, her street styling and risk taking aesthetic has been noticed worldwide. We can't stop thinking about the Chanel pearl headpiece she wore at Paris fashion week last year.

Dauphine of New York, Pearl and Glass headpiece

AED 1,655, (US) $ 450

Dauphines of New York creates the most fun, stylish and luxurious statement hair pieces perfect for the fashion forward. Always worn best with a centre parting, these headpieces suit every face shape. 

Dannijo Victor Crystal Necklace 

AED 1,580 (US) $ 430

We spy the Dannijo Victor Crystal Necklace amongst a few others around Miroslava Duma's neck. If you cant choose one layer them on.

Shourouk Baraka Bracelets 
Pink Baraka Atila Bracelet, AED 825, (US) $ 225
Blue Baraka Samovar Crystal Bracelet, AED 750, (US) $ 204

Baraka Salome Bracelet, AED 830, (US) $ 226

Jewellery and accessories worn by Miroslava Duma always ‘make’ her outfit. We can't get enough of her style, she wears accessories like no one else, there is no wonder she is the Russian "It Girl". Two of our favorite jewelry designers Shourouk and Dannijo pieces are often seen stacked on her wrists.

Dannijo, Delfine Neon Green Bracelet

AED 1,280 , (US) $348 

We say Miroslava should try out these Elizabeth Cole’s Navy Mohawk Earrings or Badgley Mischka’s Multi Bow Necklace. 

Elizabeth Cole, Navy Mohawk Earrings

AED 915, (US) $ 249

Badgley Mischka, Multi Bow Necklace

AED 1,880, (US) $ 512

Introducing RACHEL ZOE

Rachel Zoe

Think vintage, think 1920's glamour, think oh-so Rachel Zoe. Sophie's Closet would like to introduce you to the new range of jewelry from the celebrity stylist turned fashion designer Rachel Zoe. Most of you would know Zoe from her hit show 'The Rachel Zoe Report', however Zoe is most famous for her transformation of celebrities such as Cameron Diaz, Anne Hathaway, Nicole Ritchie and Jennifer Garner.

 

The Rachel Zoe Collection

The range has been inspired by Zoe's love for vintage and pays a strong homage to the eclectic style from the art deco period of the 1920's. Think bold, elegant, geometric shapes with lavish ornamentation. Transport yourself to a time of luxury, glamour and exuberance with this beautifully crafted range.

To view more of this amazing collection. Visit Sophie's Closet.