Green diamonds, darling? That’s correct, and we count no fewer than 10 gorgeous gems in hues ranging from sea foam to the deepest emerald in Leviev's Evergreen brooch, set in platinum and rose gold.
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Accessories in shades of cobalt, sapphire and cerulean play nice with brights or a neutral palette. Clockwise from top left: Oscar de la Renta peep-toe pumps in turquoise and navy; the sapphire Erin clutch from Donatienne in soft leather; python-wrapped bangles in hyacinth from Presmer; Oscar de la Renta enamel and gem chandelier earrings; David Yurman sunglasses in a classic cat-eye frame; an Oscar de la Renta clutch shimmers with hand-embroidered sequins; David Yurman aqua and blue chalcedony drop earrings; an unexpected colour statement from Graziela Gems; Dior suede pumps in rich cobalt.
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With its revealing cutaway instep, the D’Orsay pump is one of the most flattering shoes a woman can wear. Clockwise from top: Giuseppe Zanotti renders the pump in taupe suede with beaded back and stiletto; from Roger Vivier, a demure burgundy suede version combines elegance with pragmatism; Gucci offers a zebra-inspired shoe sporting a steep stiletto; SW1 Shoes by Stuart Weitzman delivers drama for evening with its black and pink satin pump with cheeky fringed wing-tip detail; unmistakably Christian Louboutin: a black suede ankle-strap design with a heel backed in shocking-pink mink.
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Butterflies, birds, bees and winged creatures of all persuasions are making high-profile appearances in fine jewellery collections. Clockwise from top left: The Flying Butterfly bracelet from Van Cleef & Arpels sparkles with diamonds set in white gold; a diamond and ruby necklace from Graff's Classic Butterfly collection; hand-set jewels from Graff create a sense of movement and freedom; the gemstone-encrusted Bee brooch from Masriera features wings fashioned of translucent enamel and 18-carat yellow gold (also at Cellini Jewelers); from Cellini Jewelers, two butterfly brooches showcase the natural wonder of diamonds; diamond Saressa earrings from Gilan's Legendary Birds collection.
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Skeleton watches, timepieces exquisitely crafted to reveal the moving parts behind the face, are this season’s haute horological rage. Clockwise from top left: The Harry Winston Midnight Skeleton (here in 18-carat rose gold) has a 42-hour power reserve; the tourbillon in the new blackened steel Franck Muller Skeleton Giga takes up half the watch (also at Cellini Jewelers); the palladium Cartier Santos 100 Skeleton case is 16.5 mm thick (also at Cellini Jewelers); Chopard created the L.U.C. Engine One Tourbillon to mark the brand’s 150th anniversary.
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Accent well-groomed tresses with romantic and bejewelled hair ornaments. Clockwise from top right: Secure a chignon or French twist with a dazzling Art Nouveau Phoenix comb from Lalique; up the glamour factor with a diamond-set gardenia brooch from Martin Katz; fasten sleek hairstyles with a Van Cleef & Arpels haricot, or “string bean,” diamond-encrusted platinum brooch; from Harry Winston, a delicate diamond and yellow gold lily cluster barrette; Stephen Russell’s oblong platinum and diamond barrette will add grace to any look.
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A nod to menswear chic, but oh so feminine, smoking slippers for women are still hot this season. Top to bottom: From Oscar de la Renta, demure yet bold flats in brown faux leopard with dainty bow on the toe; Giuseppe Zanotti steps up in black velvet with jewellery-inspired silver tassel; a menswear look rendered in zebra with gold piping from Gucci; Christian Louboutin’s spike-toed design in black velvet with regal embroidered crest is a modern classic to wear for years to come; a cherry-red tuxedo slipper silhouette with black grosgrain bow from Marc by Marc Jacobs.
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The most sought-after accessories of the season are about colour, movement and sparkle. Here, our fashion-savvy insiders show you a bevy of cool blue jewels, shoes and shades, and an exquisite brooch made of the rarest green diamonds. Dress up your ensemble with gem-encrusted hair ornaments and jewellery that evokes winged creatures. Step out in style-making D’Orsay pumps and of-the-moment smoking slippers. And for men, timepieces that are as sophisticated as they are substantial.
