Christmas Gift Guide: sparkling gifts for her

Who doesn’t love a bit of sparkle at Christmas? Dazzle her with these striking pieces, set in crystal.

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Tresor Paris necklaces, from £20

The latest collection from Tresor Paris features cubic zirconia pave on modern and minimalist sterling silver jewellery. We love this combination of classic sparkle and contemporary design.

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Thomas Sabo Love Coins, from £25.95

With different colour, shape, design and engraving options, Love Coins by Thomas Sabo are the perfect personal gift. We love the cubic zirconia-studded designs for that extra bit of Christmas sparkle.

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Engelsrufer necklaces from £118

Engelsrufer designs ornate filigree lockets which each encase a chiming soundball with its own special meaning. Add an angel wing pendant for a truly heavenly gift this festive season.

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Gifts For Her: Cheat Sheet

At fabulous, we (naturally) believe that jewellery is the ultimate gift for her this Christmas. Whether it’s an elegant necklace, or a striking stack of bangles, giving jewellery  is the perfect romantic expression. Show your loved one just what they mean to you with a personal and precious gift that can be worn as a reminder of love at all times.

But finding a piece of jewellery that is just right can be tricky, so we’ve put together a list of tips and tricks to help you choose that perfect present…

Cheat #1: Sentiment, or sparkle, or both? 

What do you want your gift to say to her? Do you want to tell her just how you feel with a personal token of love, or spoil her rotten with something sparkling and beautiful?

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Thomas Sabo Love Bridge from £125, Cherish Lockets from £157, Life’s Journey Bangles from £175

If you’re looking for a sentimental keepsake, an engravable collection such as Love Bridge by Thomas Sabo, which can be inscribed with something unique and meaningful, is the ideal gift. Also consider a gift designed to reflect her personality and experiences, such as a bangle by Life’s Journey, or a Cherish locket by Dower & Hall.

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Tresor Paris necklaces from £20

If you want to dazzle her with a precious piece of luxe, consider elegant and timeless styles that always shine at Christmas, such as these contemporary designs by Tresor Paris.

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Engelsrufer sets from £118, Thomas Sabo Love Coins from £25.95

And there’s no need to compromise when you can have both- choose a gift that’s imbued with meaning and accented with crystal, such as an Engelsrufer locket, or a selection of Love Coins by Thomas Sabo.

Cheat #2: Gold, Rose Gold or Silver? 

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Nikki Lissoni sets from £86

Probably the most important thing to bear in mind when gifting jewellery is which precious metal she prefers: does she wear gold, rose gold or silver?

If you aren’t sure, think about the jewellery she owns. Also consider her wardrobe: if she prefers cool shades, such as navy and grey, silver is the perfect complementary metal. If she loves warm rusty shades, such as browns, reds and olives, gold is the ideal accent. Rose gold pairs beautifully with chic neutral and pastel shades.

Cheat #3: What’s her style? 

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Take What You Need 2 bar sets from £81

To choose a gift that screams her, it’s important to make sure it perfectly suits her style. If you’re having trouble pinning down her look, consider her style icons: does she love the all-out glamour of Hollywood starlets? Or does she prefer the classic elegance of Kate Middleton?

When choosing a design or style, also think about whether she loves:

  • Colour: if she loves all things bold and and bright, look for designs that incorporate vibrant gems and natural stones.
  • Sparkle: if she loves to sparkle, look for crystals and pave.
  • Words: does she like to wear designs with words? What words would mean the most to her? What would she like engraved?

To help you out, we’ve created some ready-made sets to suit every style, such as those above by Take What You Need.

 

Check out our gift guide for her for more inspiration, and look out for our #fabhints appearing over social in the next weeks!

Find the perfect treat (in budget!) #FridayPayday

You’ve worked really hard this month, so you deserve something shiny, designer and fabulous to say well done! Here’s a selection of some of our favourite trending items…payday-treat-by-budget

If you’re looking to spend…

under £25 then an Alex and Ani initial bangle is perfect

under £30, has to be a The Giving Keys necklace, feel good on every level

under £50 you could go for a brand new fashion forward ring from Tresor Paris or a Wild and Free coin to update your Nikki Lissoni collection

under £42 then this scripted Love wrap from Alex and Ani is a great way to show yourself some love

under £60 look no further than the new Mantra collection, wish yourself happiness with this bar necklace

Which is your favourite? Do you treat yourself every payday? We’d love to know in the comments below…

5 Ways to Sparkle at your Prom

You’ve probably picked your dress and have your transport ready, got your date and know who you’ll be getting ready with, but have you found the perfect fabulous accessory for the special occasion? Add a piece of designer jewellery to your outfit so you can truly sparkle on the red carpet. Here are a few suggestions…

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From Top Left: Swarovski Ear Jacket Studs, £69

Folli Follie Crystal Bangle, £95

Tresor Paris Flower Double RIng, £147

Diamonfire Rose Gold Statement RIng, £179

Tresor Paris Studs, (available in a rainbow of colours to match your dress) £14

Keep your eyes peeled for a fabulous prom competition launched on 1st June, follow us on twitter or like us on facebook to be the first to know! #fabulouspromselfie

Dani’s Springspiration

Dani from the Web team shares her Spring wishlist, along with some top tips on what will be big this Summer!

I’m a fan of: I love wearing my Nikki Lissoni dreamcatcher necklace & I’m always wearing a bracelet stack of Chlobo & Alex and Ani. I love feather talismans so I have the matching Alex and Ani feather bangle & ring!

 My trend is: Lost Worlds

On my summer wish list:

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Chlobo Sundance Aztec Triangle, £60 to add to my silver bracelet stack

Happiness Mantra Bar Silver Necklace, £45 to layer with my dreamcatcher

Tresor Paris Allure Crystal Ring, £47 I love the cross design

Ray-Ban Wayfarers in green, £113 – on my wish list every summer, I’m yet to invest!

 Hot tip:

Flash tattoos (http://www.flashtat.com/) are jewellery-inspired temporary tattoos that look awesome with stacks of jewellery. You can choose designs that match your charms in metallic colours, or you can get creative with colourful designs. They work great with the Lost Worlds trend & are perfect for festivals & beach holidays!

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 Dream destination: 

I’m dreaming of another holiday to Ibiza! The beaches are gorgeous, it has the best night life and it’s great for a bit of celeb spotting!

Cafe-Mambo-Sunset-a22463955What’s on your Spring wishlist? Let us know in the comments box or tweet us @FabCollection

Give her your heart for Valentine’s Day!

I carry your heart with me, (I carry it in my heart) I am never without it (anywhere i go, you go, my dear)
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1. Otis Jaxon Locket £75
2. Daisy Alpha Ring £37
3. Tresor Paris Studs £79
4. Jennifer Zeuner Marissa Necklace £130
5. Nikki Lissoni Heart Coins from £28
6. Jennifer Zeuner Mia Bracelet £100

Fabulous Holiday Destination: Tunisia with Anna

Name: Anna
Store: Solihull
Position: Deputy Manager
Location: Hammamet, Tunisia with my boyfriend
Duration: 7 days

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Tunisia with Anna

Holiday essentials: Sandals, a good book (or two) and insect repellent.

Highlights: It may sound silly but my highlight was just being away. You can get so caught up at home that it was nice to have a week of sun and relaxation. Our hotel had a private beach and waking up to that view every morning was absolute bliss, it’s safe to say I did not want to come home! We did go on several excursions while we were there; one was an African Night, where we spent the afternoon at a Sarafi Park and later we were treated to a traditional Tunisian meal along with traditional African dancing. We also visited Carthage; the ruins are absolutely breathtaking, and there are lots of buildings of interest on the way to take in.

Top tips: Tunisia has a closed currency so you can’t change your money until you’re out there. You should be able to do this at your hotel so don’t feel you need to change it all, you can change it if/when you need some more. Having a closed currency does mean that you can’t leave with any either. If you have any notes you can change these at the airport … they won’t let you through security if you still have any Dinars on you!
We went in May and although it was lovely and hot during the day it did get a bit nippy at night, so make sure you bring a light cardigan to cover up.

Favourite outfit: Anything maxi! I brought several dresses and skirts with me. They are so easy to wear and go great with a part of sandals for a casual evening look.

What was in your fabulous jewellery roll? I tried to keep my jewellery options quite simple whilst away so only took a few pieces. I opted for my Rose Gold jewellery as I thought this would go well with a tan (wishful thinking on my part that I would actually tan!) I took my Pure Attraction Rose Gold frosted earrings,  BCBG multi-dial watch, Tresor Paris bracelet and my Calvin Klein tri-coloured ring.

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Anna’s holiday jewellery

Get the look! Golden Globes ’13

Out stepped Hollywood’s brightest stars on the red carpet at this years’ Golden Globes showcasing the latest fashions at their very best!

This years glittering event turned back the clock, with inspiration from the catwalk and this years blockbusters. The Spring/Summer catwalk saw designers such as Louis Vuitton take inspiration from the 1960’s, whilst 1940’s glamour is showcased in Emma Stone’s latest film Gangsta Squad and 1920’s elegance in the hotly anticipated The Great Gatsby with Cary Mulligan. These latest styles were mirrored on the red carpet from Zooey Deschanel’s 60’s chic with her high ponytail, red lips and oversized pearls & Adele’s 60’s inspired beehive, to the many perfected vintage waves with a 40’s feel from the likes of Megan Fox, Isla Fisher & Tina Fey; to the 20’s inspired waves sculpted into elegant side buns and faux-bob’s as worn by Naomi Watts, Taylor Swift & Amy Adams.

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But no show stopping outfit is complete without the little details – the dazzling jewels and the complimentary accessories and the stars rocked some true statement pieces of jewellery this year. Bold and chunky earrings were the big trend of the night. Megan Fox, Taylor Swift, Emily Blunt & Salma Hayek showed us how big is best with their bright choices.

Megan went bright and sparkly with her pink gemstone large drop earrings, whilst Taylor Swift teamed her plum Donna Karen gown with matching tiered earrings. Both Salma Hayek & Alyssa Milano opted for stunning turquoise drop earring that completed their outfits perfectly.

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Julianne Moore, Jennifer Garner & Jennifer Lawrence kept their jewellery very elegant with statement diamond pieces, whilst Anne Hathaway went chic and simple with delicate studs to compliment her pixie cut.

Some stars of the night pulled out all the stops with Harry Winston diamonds! In true Hollywood style, Jessica Alba made sure all eyes were on her. Dressed in a strapless Oscar de la Renta gown, she accessorized her plunging neckline with a striking Mrs. Winston necklace worth $5.8 million, complimented with a ring and platinum diamond earrings to complete her sparkling look! Best actress winner Jessica Chastain also customised her blue Calvin Klein dress with Harry Winston diamonds set in a stunning bracelet and dangling earrings.

Gowns in shades of red and nude were the colours of the night. Hayden Panettiere, Amy Adams and Megan Fox showed us how to do it wearing stunning strapless fishtail dresses in nude shades. Hayden teamed hers with a small pink clutch for a youthful and feminine touch.

Bright to deep red were popular shades of the night, looking fabulous on Clare Danes, Jennifer Lawrence and Jennifer Garner, whilst French actress Marion Cotillard wore orange.

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Nicole Kidman, Eva Longoria & Rosie Huntington-Whiteley looked sexy and confident in classic Black, whilst Kate Hudson’s black Alexander McQueen gown was a winner spiced up with beautiful gold embroidery! As cool as ever with husband Tim Burton in toe, Helena Bonham Carter looked fabulous in her black (of course!) lace Dolce & Gabbana gown teamed with a bright red Lulu Guinness clutch!

Get the look…!

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Fabulous Team Christmas Wish List – Ally

Name: Ally

Store: Leamington Spa

Position: Full time

Where will you be this Christmas? With my flat mates till Christmas Eve then off home to see the family and of course my lovely little cats!

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What do you love most about Christmas? I love wrapping presents whilst drinking mulled wine! But as I’ve just moved out we are making new traditions so we shall have to see!

What’s on your fabulous wish list? The Tresor Paris Tigers eye bracelet, and a ChloBo ring! Also lots of Thomas Sabo and Nomination Charms!

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What else would you like to find under the tree?  I’m very into my art and photography so I’d love to find the Myths, Monsters and Legends book by Rankin and Damien Hirst! If not I’d love a Scottish fold kitten!

Smell of Christmas: I love the smell of cinnamon candles and mulled wine!

Taste of Christmas: I have an awful sweet tooth so it would have to be candy canes!!

Sounds of Christmas: Driving home for Christmas by Chris Rea!

Take one LBD

With the party season upon us, it’s time to recycle that Little Black Dress. Take one LBD and accessorise for every occasion from now to New Year’s Eve!

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We love this one from the Little Black Dress Company 

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Chakra Set from Diasy

Silver Heart Chakra Necklace £93 and Bracelet £58 

Black and Silver Chakra Necklace £93 and Bracelet £58

We think Daisy is fabulous! Each design has a meaning based on Chakras, the heart Chakra means “I am worthy of love. I am loving to myself and others. There is infinite love for all beings in this world. I live in balance with others.” Which might be a good mantra to take to the office Christmas party! Combine the necklace and bracelet for a great boho look.

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Blossom set

Blossom star set £80 

Blossom star set £80
We love this Blossom set of Gold earrings and necklace. Delicate, feminine and beautiful it is the perfect way to accessorise your LBD on Christmas Eve. The understated set will add a bit of glamour to your outfit.

Christmas Day

Fiorelli set

Fiorelli Sphere set £90

Fiorelli Sphere Pearl Set £90
If you’re going to get out of your PJs on Christmas Day then this is a great look to go for. Elegant and simple this set from Fiorelli will have you looking like Audrey Hepburn for the big day. Freshwater Pearls, Cubic Zirconia and Sterling Silver make this set affordable and fabulous!

New Year’s Eve

Tresor Set

Tresor Bracelet and Earrings £163 

Tresor Bracelet and Earrings £163
This stunning Tresor Paris set includes a 8mm crystal bracelet and matching Gold earrings. Made from Magnetite and covered in glittering Gold crystals with an adjustable strap to the bracelet and butterfly fastenings to the earrings. It’s the perfect way to add some sparkle to your outfit.