Which gemstone goes with your Zodiac sign and why

Birthstone ring with gemstone for Zodiac sign.

Whether you believe in astrology, find it an amusing pastime, or plain silly, we thought we’d give you an excellent excuse to add new pieces to your jewellery collection this year (if you ever needed one!). In short, each of the twelve Zodiac signs has its own gemstone, called the birthstone. So, keep reading to

As Seen at Dior and Co, Pearls Are Trendier Than Ever

Simone Rocha look for AW 2020/2021 with pearls

Pearls, the exquisite gems from the depths of the sea, are never truly out of style, but currently, they are more fashionable than ever! And based on what we witnessed at the Dior Fall 2023 show in Mumbai, the pearl trend is showing no signs of waning. Can Tradition Be Contemporary? While some may consider

8 Style Hacks for a Summer Like No Other 

Model sitting on a chair on a terrace enjoying summer, wearing a blue dress from the brand And Other Stories

Get ready for an exciting summer filled with optimism, vibrant hues, and positive energy. We understand that keeping up with fashion trends can be daunting, so we’ve curated a helpful guide featuring 8 essential style tips for summer to keep you cool during the heatwave. And remember, the top accessory you need is a captivating

The Story Behind the ‘Tennis Bracelet’ is Celebrating 45 Years

detail of three tennis bracelet-the story behind the tennis bracelet

This article about the story behind the tennis bracelet was updated and completed with more information. At the beginning of July, specifically on the 3rd, the Wimbledon tournaments kick-off, one of the most prestigious and historically significant tennis events in the world. All the deets of the tournament are right here. Wimbledon boasts a rich

Princess Diana’s current ’90s looks Style inspiration.

Princess Diana smiling in the '90s.

Although known to be shy, the late Princess of Wales, who died on August 31st 1997, was not afraid to dare and try new styles when it came to fashion. She was a trendsetter ahead of her time. This is why almost three decades later, her style is still current and we would definitely wear

#CloseEyeOn – We’re in love with the jewellery brand Pearl Octopuss.y

An arm wearing several jewellery pieces from the Scandinavian brand Pearl Octopuss.y

As you may already know, we, at Notorious, are fans of Scandinavian fashion and we love jewellery, hence every time I see a new piece by the Danish brand Pearl Octopuss.y, I’m absolutely delighted. The bold, statement baubles unite the Nordic coolness and the opulence of sparkling crystals and oversized pearls. And, besides being fabulous,

Summer outfits inspired by our favourite cocktails Bottoms up!

collage with yellow floral dress, yellow swimsuit, a straw bag and pastel green slippers inspired by the colours of a marguerita cocktail

As summer approaches, bringing us sunny days, it also brings all sorts of outdoor events like garden parties, tennis tournaments, regattas, and horse races, not to mention street parties. At the Platinum Jubilee Street Party in Vienna last week, sipping a delicious Pimm’s brought me memories of the colourful outfits and fabulous OTT hats at

How to layer necklaces according to a jewellery designer. Expert tips.

Woman wearing two layers of chain necklaces with pendants.

Being a jewellery designer, I witness first-hand the ever-changing trends and new styling tricks, including the layering craze that has taken over the fashion world, Instagram, and TikTok. But, although seemingly simple, the layering trend requires much more than just pilling up several necklaces. When styling your favourite jewellery pieces, you must pay attention to

A rare peek at Queen Elizabeth’s jewellery box. Platinum Jubilee.

Queen Elizabeth wearing pieces from her jewellery box that will go on display to celebrate her Platinum Jubilee.

This article A Rare Peek at Queen Elizabeth’s Jewellery Box was updated with new information on September 14, 2022 Attention, tiara and diamond lovers, this is for you. Queen Elizabeth II has opened her private jewellery box for her Jubilee. And, let me tell you, what a treat this rare peek at her breathtaking pieces

Vintage costume jewellery – How to choose it well? Treasure hunt.

collage with Vintage costume jewellery and a hand holding a magnifier

Buying vintage jewellery is like going on a treasure hunt. Indeed, finding a unique designer piece from the ’80s, for example, is a tremendous joy for costume jewellery enthusiasts. If you, too, love retro accessories and want to wear unique necklaces, rings or brooches that you don’t see around, there are a few points you

The must-have green apparel & accessories to wear now Update Spring 2022 looks.

Woman wearing green apparel and accessories trend at Fashion Week.

Fashion designers, fashionistas, and trendsetters agree on one thing: green is the must-have colour of Spring and Summer 2022. From the Fashion Week SS22 runway shows in Milan, London, and Paris, to the street style in the coolest cities, we see the most stylish women embracing the bright green trend and wearing the uplifting hue

#CloseEyeOn: We’re in love with Nikos Koulis’ Art Deco jewellery Made in Greece.

Collage with Nikos Koulis jewellery inspired by art deco design

We’re always happy to navigate the worldwide jewellery world and present brands and designers creating fantastic jewels to you. The Greek Nikos Koulis is one of these names worth knowing, and we’re in love with his beautiful Art Deco jewellery pieces. So, keep reading to learn more about the Athens-based jeweller and his eye-catching work

The most beautiful costume jewellery to celebrate the new year Sparkling New Year’s Eve.

Costume jewellery pieces for New Year's Eve and winter 2022.

Nothing says party like a sparkling jewellery piece. So, as we get ready to welcome 2022, we hand-picked the most beautiful costume jewellery to glam up your outfit for New Year’s Eve. You may have a more minimalist approach and like to wear one statement piece. Or maybe you prefer to layer on your shiny

7 jewellery brands on Instagram influencing jewellery trends

detail of Suzane Belperron gold bracelet

Instagram or TikTok, what is your favourite platform? When we talk about jewellery trends and jewellery styling, no doubt Instagram is a great source of inspiration. Our Instagram feeds are filled by the minute with hundreds, when not thousands of fantastic pictures styled with gorgeous jewellery, sometimes from completely new brands. here are the 7

The new jewellery brands I found you should know about Jewels under the radar.

gold bracelet with charm from jewellery brand Wilhelmina Garcia on Farfetch

I’m always on the lookout, trying to find jewellery labels I still don’t know that make fantastic pieces I want to wear before anyone else. There’s an absolute pleasure in discovering new jewellery brands that are still flying under the radar. So, I’ve decided to share with you my current favourite designers that make fabulous

Jewellery Guide to A/W 21-22: Focus on earrings and necklaces More Zoom meetings?

Woman wearing bold earrings, one of the best A/W 21-22 jewellery trends.

In this past year working from home, we’ve all gotten used to dressing up for Zoom meetings paying special attention to accessories like earrings and necklaces that embellish our virtual waist-up office outfits. As a result, fashion designers sent models down the runway wearing fabulous earrings and necklaces during Fashion Week A/W 21-22. So, check

#CloseEyeOn: Goossens, the house of Chanel’s couture jewellery High costume jewels.

Coco Chanel wearing several costume jewellery pieces made by Goossens and other couture goldsmiths.

Wearing costume jewellery today is a pretty normal thing, but it hasn’t always been like that. The accessory world was very different before Coco Chanel started wearing her iconic faux-pearl necklaces and bold earrings, thus making costume jewellery not only acceptable but also chic. As a result, elegant women who only wore fine jewellery began

Cannes 2021: the most astonishing jewellery on the red carpet Bling, bling.

Celebrity wearing an astonishing jewellery piece on the red carpet at Cannes Film Festival.

The 74th Cannes Film Festival is taking place, and, as expected, we’ve already seen some fabulous looks and astonishing jewellery pieces on the 2021 red carpet. Certainly, we’re getting our much-needed fix of high fashion and glamour after the pandemic from the chicest film festival. And, as a result, we’re enjoying every bit of it.

Do you know the story of Suzanne Belperron unsigned jewellery? My style is my signature.

Collage with Suzanne Belperron and unsigned necklace and earrings.

Maybe you haven’t heard yet of Suzanne Belperron and her unsigned jewellery, but she was a pioneer and one of the greatest jewellery designers of the 20th century! Keep reading to know more about the iconic designer whose jewels are back in the limelight thanks to an incredible discovery. Suzanne Belperron in the Golden Twenties Born

Mega summer accessory: the best bead necklaces For all budgets.

Woman wearing the best summer accessories, straw hat and bead necklaces and chokers.

Summer asks for colourful looks, and the best accessory trend this year is the joyful bead necklaces and chokers that the most stylish women are already wearing. The newest must-have everyday jewellery trend is perfect for summer thanks to the quirky and fun designs from brands like Lizzie Fortunato, Éliou, and Roxanne Assoulin. As we

Elizabeth Taylor’s jewellery collection of a lifetime 

Elizabeth Taylor wearing some pieces f her jewellery collection.

Elizabeth Taylor’s jewellery collection was just as legendary as her films. She was not only a true jewellery admirer but also a collector. “Big girls need big diamonds“, Liz Taylor once said, and we couldn’t agree more with her! In her autobiographical book ‘’Elizabeth Taylor: My Love Affair with Jewellery’’, she tells the stories of

Remembering Elsa Peretti and her timeless jewellery design RIP.

Elsa Peretti, the designer who created iconic jewellery pieces for Tiffany for almost 50 years, has just passed away at 80. The Italian changed the way women wore jewellery and elevated sterling silver, making it chic. Designs like the iconic Bone Cuffs, Beans, and Open Heart are absolutely timeless and made Elsa Peretti one of

The wonderful world of Giovanna (Battaglia) Engelbert for Swarovski Strategic & fun.

Model wearing jewellery pieces by GIovanna Engelbert for Swarovski.

When Italian stylist Giovanna (Battaglia) Engelbert was appointed Swarovski’s new creative director, she says she felt like she had won the Willy Wonka ticket. And indeed from her first jewellery collection, we can see she’s having the time of her life at the Austrian crystal empire. In fact, with her exuberant and joyful trendy style,