Jewellery
Jewellery
TATEOSSIAN From its signature woven leather bracelets to its funky cufflinks, Tateossian has been the go-to brand for the London man since its launch in 1990. Working as a financer at Merrill Lynch, Robert Tateossian saw a gap in the market for uniquely designed cufflinks. “I noticed that my colleagues all wore cufflinks, but they were never very exciting,” he says. After sourcing some unusual designs and selling them on to great success, he soon opened his own London workshop. These days, Tateossian has five stand-alone London boutiques and his fashion-forward cufflinks TATEOSSIAN LONDON GEAR CUFFLINKS £69, PAGE 106
remain popular – with the latest collection including rock-star-style skulls and glass cases enclosing loose diamond-dust and rhodium rubies. His eye for unusual materials is creating a new buzz. Dinosaur bone, meteorite and black diamonds give a unique edge to his designs while his recent foray into fine jewellery is making a strong statement of its own.
The Capital of Cool has given birth to some of the most innovative jewellery brands. Angelina Villa-Clarke tries some on for size
Jewellery designer Ariel Thompson may hail from South America, but his mixed Latin American and English background led him to great success in London. Thompson’s unique influences led him to launch his own label while working at Tateossian London. “I’ve always been interested in combining quirky elements with modernity and traditional Englishness,” he has said. Perfect for the
Czech coins in silver and rose that can be swapped out as your whim dictates. Halcyon Days ‘Agama’ Hinged Enamel Bangle, £90, page 83
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ALAMY, GATTY IMAGES
This glittering set from Lucet Mundi London includes two authentic
AZUNI
I adorn you
THOMPSON LONDON
Loose change
AZUNI ATHENA BRACELET AND EARRINGS SET £40, PAGE 83
modern dapper Londoner. THOMPSON LONDON BRAIDED BRACELET £39, PAGE 106
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ondon is one of the style capitals of the world, a prime destination for innovative tastemakers and home to some of the fashion industry’s most imaginative designers. While the world knows about the Mary Quants and the Vivienne Westwoods, its creative core of home-grown jewellery designers is less well known. Want the London look? Just pile on accessories from these labels.
BUCKLEY LONDON Since launching Buckley Jewellery in 1989, Adrian Buckley’s innovative designs have won him a cabinet of accolades including four awards for Best Costume Jewellery at the UK Jewellery awards. Buckley London has won widespread acclaim for its range of delicate costume jewellery which includes crystal and silver charm bracelets, bangles and heart-pendants. The Buckley London Russian Sparkle Set is a
While cooking up a storm in some of the capital’s best kitchens, inspiration struck London chef Ashley Marshall. Wanting to combine his passion for Native American culture and a love of jewellery, he decided to redirect his creative skills and retrain as a jewellery designer. His label, Azuni, was born in 1996. Its signature ‘Urban Tribes’ look – a mix of pop culture combined with tribal influences – immediately captured the zeitgeist. Now stocked in premium stores throughout the world, Azuni has an A-list following, including the Duchess of Cambridge, who often wears pieces from the label. Techniques such as hand texturing, beading, engraving and oxidising add a unique edge to his designs with many pieces brought to life with delicate semiprecious stones. Azuni is a little slice of London life.
superb example of this award-winning style, combining modern rhodium with 18ct rose gold plating and glittering Austrian crystals. Sparkle on the streets of London.
RUSSIAN SPARKLE BANGLE AND RING SET £65, PAGE 88
TATEOSSIAN From its signature woven leather bracelets to its funky cufflinks, Tateossian has been the go-to brand for the London man since its launch in 1990. Working as a financer at Merrill Lynch, Robert Tateossian saw a gap in the market for uniquely designed cufflinks. “I noticed that my colleagues all wore cufflinks, but they were never very exciting,” he says. After sourcing some unusual designs and selling them on to great success, he soon opened his own London workshop. These days, Tateossian has five stand-alone London boutiques and his fashion-forward cufflinks TATEOSSIAN LONDON GEAR CUFFLINKS £69, PAGE 106
remain popular – with the latest collection including rock-star-style skulls and glass cases enclosing loose diamond-dust and rhodium rubies. His eye for unusual materials is creating a new buzz. Dinosaur bone, meteorite and black diamonds give a unique edge to his designs while his recent foray into fine jewellery is making a strong statement of its own.
The Capital of Cool has given birth to some of the most innovative jewellery brands. Angelina Villa-Clarke tries some on for size
Jewellery designer Ariel Thompson may hail from South America, but his mixed Latin American and English background led him to great success in London. Thompson’s unique influences led him to launch his own label while working at Tateossian London. “I’ve always been interested in combining quirky elements with modernity and traditional Englishness,” he has said. Perfect for the
Czech coins in silver and rose that can be swapped out as your whim dictates. Halcyon Days ‘Agama’ Hinged Enamel Bangle, £90, page 83
74
ALAMY, GATTY IMAGES
This glittering set from Lucet Mundi London includes two authentic
AZUNI
I adorn you
THOMPSON LONDON
Loose change
AZUNI ATHENA BRACELET AND EARRINGS SET £40, PAGE 83
modern dapper Londoner. THOMPSON LONDON BRAIDED BRACELET £39, PAGE 106
L
ondon is one of the style capitals of the world, a prime destination for innovative tastemakers and home to some of the fashion industry’s most imaginative designers. While the world knows about the Mary Quants and the Vivienne Westwoods, its creative core of home-grown jewellery designers is less well known. Want the London look? Just pile on accessories from these labels.
BUCKLEY LONDON Since launching Buckley Jewellery in 1989, Adrian Buckley’s innovative designs have won him a cabinet of accolades including four awards for Best Costume Jewellery at the UK Jewellery awards. Buckley London has won widespread acclaim for its range of delicate costume jewellery which includes crystal and silver charm bracelets, bangles and heart-pendants. The Buckley London Russian Sparkle Set is a
While cooking up a storm in some of the capital’s best kitchens, inspiration struck London chef Ashley Marshall. Wanting to combine his passion for Native American culture and a love of jewellery, he decided to redirect his creative skills and retrain as a jewellery designer. His label, Azuni, was born in 1996. Its signature ‘Urban Tribes’ look – a mix of pop culture combined with tribal influences – immediately captured the zeitgeist. Now stocked in premium stores throughout the world, Azuni has an A-list following, including the Duchess of Cambridge, who often wears pieces from the label. Techniques such as hand texturing, beading, engraving and oxidising add a unique edge to his designs with many pieces brought to life with delicate semiprecious stones. Azuni is a little slice of London life.
superb example of this award-winning style, combining modern rhodium with 18ct rose gold plating and glittering Austrian crystals. Sparkle on the streets of London.
RUSSIAN SPARKLE BANGLE AND RING SET £65, PAGE 88
