October 31, 2008
They have to be one of the most enduring fashion accessories and every girl has to have pearls in her armory, they are rarely out of favour with the fashionistas, whether worn fabulously long and set with diamantes or worn classically in a ‘twin set & pearls’ type way they really are lovely.
There is a [...]
October 12, 2008
For those avid catwalk watchers, you wont’ have failed to notice that the jewellery this season is big and bold and it doesn’t stop at the neck. But what goes on in the ears if you are wearing a statement necklace - can you still wear shoulder touching creations?
Well the rule generally is if you [...]
Now it has to be said that we at Pearl & Butler are a bit obsessed with all things pretty and twinkly (but which girl isn’t!) but we have noticed a rising trend in the return of the compact mirror, and this season not only are they practical as ever but incredibly beautiful.
Compact mirrors always [...]
October 1, 2008
OK so we’ve read all about this seasons trend for the ‘Statement Necklace’ and we’ve seen the images from the Paris fashion show and Milan Catwalk - but just how bold will you go? Does it work on all sizes and shapes and are there any definate things to avoid with this trend?
Well as far as we [...]
Tags: accessories, fashion tips, jewellery advice, necklaces, statement necklaces
September 30, 2008
Let’s start with the basics – what is Murano Glass?
The art of glassmaking in the Venice area goes back as far as the 8th Century, when Venice was the hub of all trade throughout the Middle East and North Africa and it’s artisans were busy building skills in glass production. In the 13th century production [...]
Tags: glass jewellery, murano glass, murano glass jewellery, murano pendants, venice glass jewellery