Holiday Wishlist: Claudia Bradby Jewellery

Living in Hong Kong inspired jewelry designer Claudia Bradby to focus her work on pearls. From necklaces and bracelets to pendants and earrings, pearls are still a major theme in Claudia’s collections today. If you’re a royal watcher, you’ll probably recognize her not only for her jewelry but also for her links to the Duchess of Cambridge, who worked with Bradby to design a piece for Jigsaw. (And then there’s also another connection: Tom, Claudia’s husband, was the journalist who conducted William and Kate’s engagement interview.) Here are five of my favorite pearly pieces from Claudia’s current collections…

Named for one of the most famous royal pearls of all time, the Peregrina Pearl Pendant features a lovely cultured pearl drop suspended from a silver chain. (£82.50)

The name of the Everyday Peacock Pearl Bracelet is super appropriate, because I’m pretty sure I would wear this cool twist on a classic with every single outfit I own! (£47)

I’m not sure if the lovely Wallis Silver Pearl Earrings are named after the always-glamorous Duchess of Windsor, but even so, I could certainly see her pairing these with a slinky satin ’30s gown. (£46.50)

I think the unusual Bedruthan Silver Coin Pearl Necklace would look just as lovely with a sweater and jeans as it would with a party dress. (£111)

Why wear plain pearl studs when you can wear pink ones, like the Audrey Pink Pearl Stud Earrings? (£42)

Claudia’s collections include pearls and other jewelry, too. (The company is also running a Christmas sale right now!) Which pieces are you coveting?

Disclaimer: I was not compensated for writing this post in any way, and Claudia Bradby Jewellery did not sponsor it. The opinions expressed here are solely mine.

Time for another week of jewels from designers around the world. Enjoy!

The Duchess of Cambridge wears Links of London earrings

Holiday Wishlist: Links of London

Founded in 1990, Links of London features jewelry that the company describes as “contemporary classics, fashion must-haves and that extra special piece you weren’t expecting to find.” And their pieces are also royal-approved: the Duchess of Cambridge helped bring new attention to the brand when she wore a pair of the company’s earrings in her official engagement photos. Here are five of my favorite pieces from the current Links of London collections…

I love the delicate lines of the Dream Catcher Pendant, which echoes classic Native American design elements using sterling silver and diamond-cut glitter wire. (£75)

Why wear one pair of hoops when you can wear three? The Aurora Double Link Earrings are a fun twist on a classic, and the mixed metals used helps to amp up the excitement even more. (£95)

The sterling silver Effervescence Star Bracelet is substantial enough to wear on its own but simple enough to stack with other bracelets, too. (£195)

The Effervescence Pearl Grey Ring is absolutely perfect effortless, minimalist chic. (£180)

The gorgeous diamond, gold, and glass Evil Eye Charm would be right at home in Queen Sofia’s jewelry box — or on my wrist, naturally. What’s better than a piece of jewelry that doubles as a talisman? (£450)

Links of London has so many great pieces for sale right now — which pieces have you got your eye (evil or not) on?

Today’s Holiday Wishlist features another independent jewelry maker, this time with some serious sparkle. Enjoy!

Holiday Wishlist: Walk on the Moon

Regina, the artist behind Walk on the Moon, is a jeweler based in Lowell, Massachusetts. She opened her Etsy shop in 2006, and for the past eight years she’s been selling handmade jewelry and custom pieces. The shop is filled with bright, colorful, and fun crystal jewelry. Here are five of my favorite pieces from Walk on the Moon…

 I registered my love for druzy jewelry last week, and the Blue Druzy Stud Earrings are absolutely mouth-watering. They’re like confetti and the night sky and fireworks all rolled into one. ($30.50)

If druzy’s not your thing, may I humbly suggest the Orange Topaz Crystal Stud Earrings? You’ll look like you filched them straight out of Queen Maxima’s jewelry box. ($22)

I’m sort of fascinated by the Autumn Swarovski Crystal Bracelet, which features unusual chessboard-style crystals set in brass. I love pieces of jewelry that would literally coordinate with anything ($80.50)

The color of the crystal in the Mint Green Opal Crystal Necklace is just the perfect shade of iridescent seafoam green. It screams summer, but I’d wear it all year ’round. (about $24.50)

The Teal Green Crystal Drop Earrings are such a fun, colorful take on a classic jewelry shape and style. All the sophistication of a cushion-cut drop earring with an extra punch of color. Love it! ($20)

Which pieces from Walk on the Moon would you love to see under your tree?

Disclaimer: I was not compensated for writing this post in any way, and Walk on the Moon did not sponsor it. The opinions expressed here are solely mine.