Crisp White

For decades we have seen the colour black lead the way within the fashion world, and the versatile LBD has been our favourite go-to outfit. But of late there has been a total fashion white-out: on both the catwalk and the red carpet, celebrities have ditched their sultry blacks and are dressing head to toe in pure white for a look that is both elegant and chic.

Khloe Kardashian and Made in Chelsea's Millie Mackintosh have both been spotted embracing this trend at the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice awards and the British Academy Television Awards, looking equally as glamorous in bright white dresses and matching accessories. An ideal hue for this season - cool, clean cut and refreshing - white is perfect for showing off those hard earned tans and has even featured in the fashion bible itself, Vogue. Although it may be hard to trade in your LBD for an LWD (Little White Dress), its crisp bright colour will definitely make you stand out from the crowd, and there is much more to play around with in regards to form, fabric and of course, accessories.

Although wearing white looks stunning, it isn’t exactly the most practical colour to wear. If you’re anything like me, then putting on an item of white clothing is asking for some sort of stain. You can overcome the practicality issues of this, without avoiding the trend completely, by incorporating stylish white accessories into your look. A watch is ideal as you can get a lot of variation, whether you want something simple, bold, or something with a dash of sparkle. For a watch that can see you through from day to night, this dazzling white watch from Christian Lacroix will give your outfit a trendy finishing touch.

For those of you that aren’t quite as clumsy as I am and want to fully embrace this look, teaming a structured white dress and white heels with some bold accessories can create a chic, modern look. This sleek and contemporary white leather bangle from Guess has been given a statement gold toned clasp to give striking simplicity to your outfit.

For a more delicate adaptation of this trend, opt for accessorising with pearls. The iridescent shade of pearls allow subtle hints of colour to show through, and adds a bit more depth to a basic white outfit. This glittering pearl and crystal bracelet is perfect for achieving an elegant look with timeless glamour.

 Take a look at our range of crisp white jewellery and watches at H.Samuel.

Go to Gold

Luxurious and bold, the warm yellow hue of gold is a fashion favourite choice for accessories. A timeless classic, gold has a lasting appeal that always manages to work its way back on trend, and right now it’s at its peak. Whether wearing a bold piece or more intricate designs, gold is perfect for accessorising any look, whether it be everyday wear or to dress up an evening outfit.

Miranda Kerr; model, mum and Hollywood wife, features in this month’s issue of fashion-leading glossy magazine, Vogue. Looking stunning as ever, Kerr is snapped wearing an oversized coat teamed with a contrasting delicate gold St Christopher pendant - from our very own collection! Traditionally, St Christopher’s are worn in the belief that they will protect you on your travels, however, this elegantly crafted pendant, beautifully finished with a chiseled frame, will give your look a sophisticated finish on any occasion. Steal Miranda’s style and team with a short, simple chain, or pair it with a long chain and layer up for a more relaxed, statement look.

Perfect in the summer weather, the sweet and subtle glow of gold looks gorgeous against sun kissed skin. Perhaps one of the most versatile of all the metals, yellow gold can be complemented with neutral tones and vibrant shades, and  looks extra  glamorous when worn with black. Go for effortless New York chic with this bold watch by DKNY in a yellow gold, finished with glittering crystals and an iridescent mother of pearl dial.

The presence of crosses in jewellery has grown dramatically, from being worn purely as a symbolic piece of jewellery, to becoming a stylish motif that is used widely within the fashion world.  These 9ct gold cross stud earrings can give your look and edgy finish, with a simple design enhanced by decorative ends for that gothic spin. Versatile and bang on trend, these cross earrings are sure to become a much-loved staple in your jewellery collection.

The best way to do statement accessorising is undoubtedly in gold, and who better to turn to to rock the latest trends than one of our favourite fashion labels, Guess. This chic gold-plated necklace features a bold chain graduating towards a sparkling heart generously embellished with rich, gold tone crystals. Offering the perfect balance of glamour and distinction, this necklace makes for the perfect finishing touch to any outfit, day or night.

Discover your gold crush with our stylish range of gold jewellery and watches at H.Samuel.

Glam Rock

Although talking about Autumn/Winter trends may seem like we are getting a little ahead of ourselves, there is one trend we are just too excited about to wait for… the return of punk! With festival season in full flow and with the arrival of our new jewellery brand Mikey London, now seems the perfect time to start experimenting with this look. This year the Met Ball paid tribute to this edgy trend with their ‘Punk: Chaos to Couture’ dress code. A host of celebrities all looked stunning as they swapped their red carpet gowns for something with a little more attitude.

Mikey London mixes great quality with great design, and has created a collection that consists of exciting, innovative and quirky pieces. If you want to fully embrace the punk spirit, then leather, tartan, rips and tears can all help to achieve this style; it’s all about breaking the accepted rules of fashion. Skulls appear on various pieces in Mikey London’s jewellery collection, and what can make you appear more rebellious than rocking a skull? This sleek silver toned bangle features a detailed skull on either end, perfect as a statement item of wristwear and great for layering with bracelets in a combination of textures.

Another skull piece from Mikey London perfect for finishing your punky look whether it’s day or evening, is this black skull pendant. Hanging from a simple ball chain, a single skull is adorned with sparkling black crystals, adding a little dash of sultry glamour to this fashion forward piece.

If you want a look that’s perhaps a little less rebellious, then skulls aren’t the only way to pull off the grunge/punk blend. The colour black is one of the first things that springs to mind when I think of this trend. This sparkling elastic bracelet with alternating black faceted beads and crystal set balls can give an edgy yet alluring finish to any look.

Of course when channeling your inner rock chic you can’t forget the all important studs and spikes. Sienna Miller and Cara Delevigne certainly didn’t, and looked dazzling in black jackets generously embellished with spikes. For a chic take on this punk inspired trend, Vince Camuto has created a collection of watches with studs featuring in just the right places. This stylish black and gold watch combines subtle touches of Swarovski crystal detailing and sleek black ceramic studs for the ultimate glam rock accessory.

Discover our Mikey London collection and other punky accessories to help you rock this trend at H.Samuel.