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5 rules to match watch and bracelet

How to combine watch and bracelet? Here are five tips for wearing a perfect combination ♦ ︎

A watch is not always a clock. In fact, for women it is above all a jewel that, among other things, also marks the hours. But the first aspect that matters is that it must be beautiful, it matches the dress, is right for the occasion. It does not matter that the watch offers complicated combinations of dates and phases of the moon, that it can plunge into the deepest waters or be able to function as an Olympic time trial. Instead, the timepiece must be of excellent brand, have a pleasant shape and, possibly, arouse the envy of her friends.
Unfortunately, not all women pay attention to another detail: the combination of watch and jewelry, especially bracelets. That’s right: watch and bracelet are not twin brothers, they are children of different mothers. And they do not always match well. Here, then, some tips to correctly match watch and bracelets. With a warning: sometimes the rules can also be successfully transgressed.

L'abbinamento della designer Carolina Bucci, i suoi bracciali assieme a un orologio Audemars Piguet
The combination of designer Carolina Bucci, her bracelets together with an Audemars Piguet watch

1 Leave a wrist free

If you wear a watch on your left wrist, do not wear anything on your right arm. Focus your attention on just one point, instead of dispersing it a little here and there. The only concession: wear a chain on the other wrist, provided it is very, very thin.

Quale dei due polsi sarà più interessante?
Which of the two wrists will be more interesting?

2 Gold or silver?

No problem: the time when you couldn’t match a gold jewel with a silver one is over. It is no coincidence that there are jewels that are made of gold of different colors. So, it’s perfectly fine to wear a gold finished watch with silver bracelets. As long as they are high quality. A precious watch, in short, clashes with any silver bracelet. Instead, choose designer bracelets or, alternatively, thick and elegant chain links.

Orologio Michael Kors con semplici bracciali Alex and Ani
Michael Kors watch with simple Alex and Ani bracelets

3 High and low

It used to be that consistency was in fashion: you couldn’t wear a Cartier watch with a cheap bracelet. Today this is no longer the case: even a Rolex can be combined with colored beaded bracelets. But, mind you, it doesn’t mean wearing bad quality bracelets. Even if made with non-precious materials, the bracelets to match the watch must always have something interesting: the colours, a particular meaning, a memory. The important thing is that the mix is fun and interesting.

Caroline Scheufele, con bracciale e orologio Chopard, di cui è co-presidente, assieme a Kate Moss
Caroline Scheufele, with Chopard bracelet and watch, of which she is co-president, together with Kate Moss

4 Who is worth more?

Is an expensive bracelet and a cheap watch better, or the other way around? The second hypothesis. The king is the watch, the main role on the stage of your wrist should be reserved for it. Anyone wearing a Rolex or Patek Philippe can easily wear a colored cloth bracelet. A Cartier bracelet, on the other hand, doesn’t go easily with a cheap timepiece. A separate discussion must be made for high-end smart watches, which are trendy and can go well together with expensive jewels. Provided that the smart watch is of the premium type.

Semplici bracciali di perline con un Classic Fusion Magic di Hublot, indossato dalla pr Nathalie Rother
Simple beaded bracelets with a Hublot Classic Fusion Magic, worn by pr Nathalie Rother

5 Change the menu

Even your favorite dish, if you eat it every day, ends up no longer pleasing. It’s the same for jewels: if you have guessed a nice combination of watch and bracelets, it’s not a good reason to repeat it every day. Try to vary, even if the result will not always be perfect.

Orologio con semplici bracciali Ann Taylor
Ann Taylor simple bracelet watch
Bracciali e orologio impilati
Bracelets and watch stacked

Volcanic Francesca Marcenaro




Francesca Marcenaro’s volcanic fantasy, from Pisa to London with surprising ideas. And a prize ♦

From Pisa to London, by studying law at the university and from the work in the law firm of his father to the jewelery theater. It is not usual the road of Francesca Marcenaro, jewelry designer who has turned a passion into a profession. In 2010 she started to translate all her ideas into objects, jewelry. And in 2019 Francesca Marcenaro also received the prestigious Goldsmiths Craft & Design Award for the 3D Design Precious Jewelery category in Silver and Bronze.

Bracciale della collezione Volcanic Treasure, in argento ossidato, perle, vetro granulato, marcasite
Bracciale della collezione Volcanic Treasure, in argento ossidato, perle, vetro granulato, marcasite

But in addition to designing his collections, offering her designer skills to other companies. And with a style even this out of the ordinary: Francesca uses, in fact, different techniques and materials, for example the glass granulation. She describes herself as a curious by nature: inspired by nature and fairytales, enthusiastic Italian ancient art, but also technology, engineering and innovation. As evidenced by a large necklace in which the shape of the tubogas is combined with a sort of kaleidoscope of stones. Or in the Volcanic Treasure collection, inspired by the rocks and at the earth’s subsurface lava. She works in Hatton Garden, the area of ​​the jewelers, in London.

Collana della Volcanic Treasure collection in argento, marcasite, quarzo citrino, granulazione di vetro
Collana della Volcanic Treasure collection in argento, marcasite, quarzo citrino, granulazione di vetro
Orecchini della Volcanic Treasure collection in argento, marcasite, quarzo citrino, granulazione di vetro
Orecchini della Volcanic Treasure collection in argento, marcasite, quarzo citrino, granulazione di vetro
Bracciale in argento, marcasite e vetro granulato
Bracciale in argento, marcasite e vetro granulato
Cocktail ring in argento annerito, rodio, ametista
Cocktail ring in argento annerito, rodio, ametista
Orecchini con perle
Orecchini con perle
Anello della collezione Il lago dei desideri
Anello della collezione Il lago dei desideri
Orecchini della collezione Magic Berries
Orecchini della collezione Magic Berries







How to choose the right jewelry

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Nine tips to choose a jewel suitable for every occasion and for all outfits ♦

If until now you have also thought that diamonds are the best friends of women, here are some good reasons to include pearls, all colored stones and especially jewelry in this magic circle. They give light to the face, complete the look and harmonize the figure. As long as you know how to choose them. So why not follow these 9 little tricks?

Thomas Sabo, indossato
Gioielli di Thomas Sabo

1 Necklace

There is no need to spend a fortune on getting dressed in fashion: just add a nice necklace, for example, a plastron of stones or chains to attract attention. But of course, sometimes it is not enough, or it does not suit the occasion. What to choose? First of all pay attention: the necklace must be the right size, in line with your build (we talked about it in this article). Secondly, a good idea may be to choose complementary colors: a green necklace on a red dress and vice versa, or white on black, orange and blue, yellow and purple. A beautiful silver necklace on a black dress for an evening can offer a better result than a small yellow gold necklace on the same dress. Provided you always choose a designer necklace, that is not trivial without being bizarre.

Dori Csengeri, collezione Celeste, indossato
Dori Csengeri, collezione Celeste, indossato

2 Necklace-earrings relation

If the necklace is impressive, showy, it is good to reduce the size of the earrings. For example, a pair of earrings with small diamonds, or normal gold hoop will be sufficient for any occasion. On the contrary, if you go out with large earrings, you have the risk of seem a Christmas trees. Two great jewels worn together make confusion: better to choose which jewel to focus the attention of the beholder. On the contrary, it is not even necessary to wear both necklace and earrings. Only one jewel is enough, but classy.

Les Blocs de Fantaisie, collana ispirata a Mondrian, indossata di Chow Tai Fook
Les Blocs de Fantaisie, collana ispirata a Mondrian, indossata di Chow Tai Fook

3 One ear? All right

A single earring alone is fashionable, as the unpaired earrings. If you choose this path, have the courage to wear the biggest and longest you have on your own. Even in this case it is better to avoid combining a large single earring to the necklace, unless it is very discreet: otherwise it would be too much. On the other hand, a bracelet can be used to balance the effect of the earring. If you choose the mono earring, however, pay attention to the weight: a large jewel may be unbearable after a couple of hours wearing it.

Diana Zhang, Un anno in Cina: Winter, indossato
Diana Zhang, Un anno in Cina: Winter, indossato

4 Wide bracelets, tight wrists

The bracelets: the trendiest ones are the cuffs, the high and wide slave bracelets. To be worn on the bare arms or cuffs of a shirt. They are, however, jewels that do not fit well to clothes with a lot of fabric, which can get caught or cover the jewel. Also, pay attention to the shape of your body: this type of jewelry stands out on the tight wrists, while those with arms and extremities a little ‘above the average could suffer a boomerang effect.

Bracciale della linea Milano con perle Akoya gialle indossato
Alessio Boschi, bracciale della linea Milano con perle Akoya gialle indossato

5 Earrings by day and evening

How to give shine to the face? With diamonds and crystals, it’s obvious. But not only: pearl earrings or mother-of-pearl elements create a beautiful light, and they adapt especially in the evening, with dark clothes. Especially for those with black or brown hair. But we must also coordinate the shape of the face with the earrings. Such as? We talked about it here. It is also important to choose the right type of earrings for every occasion. For ceremonies or for official events, it is better to opt for simple, sober jewelry. The classic gold hoop earring, not too big, or small earrings with diamonds or, if you do not own them, with zircons. Chandelier-like earrings, long or with colored stones, should be avoided for environments such as professional ones, unless creativity in clothing is allowed. This type of earrings, more striking, is indicated, however, for a party, a world occasion, an encounter with friends.

Annamaria Cammilli, collezione Rivage, indossato
Annamaria Cammilli, collezione Rivage, indossato

6 Choose the ring

Apart from the wedding ring, which can always be worn, on every occasion, the other jewels for the fingers must be chosen carefully. The large rings, colored with bright stones, are good for evening parties (not gala or dark dress), aperitifs, convivial moments. For a ceremony, however, it is better to opt for white or yellow gold with a single stone or anyway with small gems. We must not forget the proportion between the jewel and the shape of the hands: a large and colorful ring will attract attention. But this is not good if you have hands that are too big or have flaws not to be emphasized.

Stefan Hafner, anello Miriade
Stefan Hafner, anello Miriade

7 Attention to the neckline

The open neckline, shoulder to shoulder, requires a long necklace to balance the opening of the elongated neck. In short, a necklace is better that falls on the fabric and is clearly visible. In this case, be careful that the choice is right: if the dress has flowers or with a colorful pattern, for example, a necklace of only one color is better. As a necklace in only gold, brass or silver. If, on the other hand, the fabric is plain-colored, a necklace with colored stones or an elaborate metalwork stands out more. With the V-neck better to opt for a necklace that has the same size of the neckline.

Bijoux Guess, indossato. Collana con pendente
Bijoux Guess, indossato. Collana con pendente

8 Small and big

The proportions are important throughout, especially for your body. In general, the subtle and delicate jewels give off a small woman and shift the attention from the robust forms. Large jewels are more difficult to wear and require, however, that they are not too large compared to the height and size of the wearer. Obviously the jeweler who made the jewel (unless it is a bespoke jewel) can not know who will wear it in advance. It is up to those who choose it to identify the size appropriate to their body.

Collezione Essence, indossato
Pandora, collezione Essence

9 Multiply your fingers, ops, the ring

A spectacular ring attracts attention and creates light. The multiple rings, which occupy several fingers, or the elongated ring covering the entire finger or all the phalanx are fashionable. They are that give damage a touch of modernity, provided that the dress worn is in step with the times. Jewels of this type, very modern, are better suited to informal and simple dresses, in line with the minimal design of this type of jewelry. They are the most suitable for a young woman, who loves clothes with a well-defined style.

Anapsara, anello Libellula indossato
Anapsara, anello Libellula






The Friends of Al Coro

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Whoever finds a friend finds a treasure: it is an ancient proverb. But, even before the concept that diamonds are a women’s best friend was introduced, jewelry had always been the most intimate supporter, confidants and loyal supporters of the female gender. In short, the choice of the Italian-German Maison Al Coro, which has launched a jewelry collection called Amici (friends), is more than ever apt. Also because Al Coro herself suggests wearing more than one jewel from the collection together. In short, jewels can be friends with each other as well as with women.

Bracciale con acquamarina milky
Bracciale con acquamarina milky

The Amici collection is made of 18 carat gold, in different colors, together with small brilliants and semi-precious stones, such as turquoise, moonstone or milky aquamarine. The collection is quite large and includes a sporty style, with bracelets made up of a cord and precious elements, but also more formal pieces, such as rings or button earrings with diamonds and blue topaz. All jewels are made in Italy.
Bracciale con 32 brillanti brown
Bracciale con 32 brillanti brown

Collana con zaffiri neri, brillanti grigi, topazio sky
Collana con zaffiri neri, brillanti grigi, topazio sky
Anello in oro 18 carati e citrino
Anello in oro 18 carati e citrino
Anello in oro 18 carati e pietra luna orange
Anello in oro 18 carati e pietra luna orange
Anello in oro 18 carati e turchese
Anello in oro 18 carati e turchese
Anello in oro 18 carati e topazio bianco
Anello in oro 18 carati e topazio bianco

Orecchini in oro bianco 18 carati, diamanti e topazio blu
Orecchini in oro bianco 18 carati, diamanti e topazio blu







The new dreams of Dreamboule

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Four years later the dreams have multiplied. On the other hand, the jeweler and expert in fine watchmaking Ben Rocco has always thought big. And so his creature, Dreamboule, widened the horizon. For those unfamiliar with it, Dreamboule is a unique case in the world of jewelry. The Milanese Maison was born, in fact, offering incredible rings made with refined technology, acquired thanks to the experience in the manufacture of classy watches. For this reason the Dreamboule collections are made in Switzerland.

Anello Snake and Pearl,  in oro 18 carati, perla di Tahiti, diamanti
Anello Snake and Pearl, in oro 18 carati, perla di Tahiti, diamanti

The main feature of the jewels is to enclose small precious worlds under a bubble in sapphire glass, very resistant and which maintains an exact image distortion index. Under this bubble, which as an idea is somewhat reminiscent of those glass spheres that contain landscapes or figures that overturn to make an artificial snow fall inside. In the case of Dreamboule, however, the result is as refined as it is precious. The jewels are in gold, with diamonds and sapphires. And instead of artificial snow, they float inside the tiny flakes of gold. A work that combines the craftsmanship of the jewel, with Swiss precision in the realization.
Bracciale in oro rosa 18 carati, zaffiri rosa, diamanti
Bracciale in oro rosa 18 carati, zaffiri rosa, diamanti

Over time, the jewels have also evolved. In addition to the rings, now the precious bubbles also accompany bracelets, or are transformed into pendants. Not only that: Ben Rocco has diversified the offer, which now includes four different sizes of diameter, to adapt to different body (and wallet) sizes. The measures are defined with Bubble Line (16 mm diameter), Classic Line (20 or 28 mm), E Superb Line (36 mm). Each line has its own characteristics. For example, Classic Line includes rings made of 18-karat gold, with 98 precious stones (1.59 carats).
Collana con ciondolo Snail in oro rosa, zaffiri
Collana con ciondolo Snail in oro rosa, zaffiri

Anello Fan in oro rosa, diamanti, rubini
Anello Fan in oro rosa, diamanti, rubini
Collana Moon and Stars, in oro rosa, titanio, diamanti champagne
Collana Moon and Stars, in oro rosa, titanio, diamanti champagne
Anello Rock 'n Roll, in oro rosa, diamanti, labradorite
Anello Rock ‘n Roll, in oro rosa, diamanti, labradorite

Anello Big Heart in oro giallo, titanio, topazio blu, acquamarina
Anello Big Heart in oro giallo, titanio, topazio blu, acquamarina







Patrizia Corvaglia, homage to ancient Rome




Patrizia Corvaglia is a Roman jewelry designer and Roman artist. And like many Romans (and many non-Romans too) she loves the Eternal City. This is confirmed by the new jewelry collection which is, in fact, dedicated to Rome (with the hope of a rebirth that will bring the prodromes a new renaissance after the terrible months of the covid-19 pandemic). The collection includes a series of bronze jewels that reproduce, stylized, the geometries of some of the most famous monuments in Rome, such as the Cupolone (San Pietro), the Campidoglio, the Colosseum, the Roman Aqueduct, and even the profile of Agrippina , noblewoman and empress of ancient Rome.

Pendente ispirato al Pantheon
Pendente ispirato al Pantheon

Rome is my city, the one where I have lived since I was a child, the one that has welcomed me, embraced and given me all the beauty that has served me to travel my way. Rome has always been linked to art and classicism, in this collection I wanted to re-propose the classic taste and the symbolic monuments of the city. The endless walks to look with the nose towards the sky its infinite domes, statues, temples, squares and alleys where every thought and worry were nullified by the grandeur of its majesty. When we say that beauty will save the world, we mean exactly this: beauty is capable of taking us to another dimension, of detaching ourselves from the one in which mediocrity assaults us and disturbs us to make us fly in an enormous infinity that elevates us, while everything else becomes small and distant. This collection is my dedication to you, to my love, to my city: Rome.
Patrizia Corvaglia

Anello con l'effige di Agrippina
Anello con l’effige di Agrippina
Anello Colosseum
Anello Colosseum
Bracciale Acquedotto Claudio
Bracciale Acquedotto Claudio
Bracciale Colosseum
Bracciale Colosseum
Orecchini Ottavia
Orecchini Ottavia
Pendente Campidoglio
Pendente Campidoglio

Pendente Cupolone
Pendente Cupolone







The Tweed de Chanel high jewelery collection

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Do not associate tweed with Old England atmospheres or hunting trips worthy of Downton Abbey: this fabric is golden for Chanel. But not only because tweed is a timeless material for clothing: in fact, the Maison’s new high jewelery collection is inspired by this fabric.

Chanel, bracciale in oro bianco, diamanti, onice
Chanel, bracciale in oro bianco, diamanti, onice

Indeed, it seems that the founder Gabrielle Chanel loved tweed, also thanks to her love affair with the Duke of Westminster in the 1920s. This crossed fabric of Scottish origin, in fact, has also been adapted by the French designer to the women’s wardrobe, later imitated by Karl Lagerfeld. And, now, conceptually to jewelry.

Bracciale orologio in oro giallo, diamanti, onice, perle
Bracciale orologio in oro giallo, diamanti, onice, perle

In Paris, in fact, Chanel presented the Tweed collection, created by Patrice Leguereau, creative director of Chanel jewelry. Tweed de Chanel also makes use of the ideal contribution from Lesage, a company purchased in 2002 and specialized in weaving technique. The fabrics of the new collection were inspired by those fabrics, embroidery and textures, 45 pieces that recreate the tweed effect with gold and precious stones. Among these there are also three bracelets-watches made with yellow gold, diamonds, onyx and pearls. One of the most important pieces is the Tweed d’Or necklace (price: around 600,000 euros), with intertwined stones set in platinum, white gold and yellow gold threads. In the center is a 20.4-carat orange imperial topaz oval.

Collana della colelzione Tweed di Chanel, in platino, oro bianco e oro giallo. Al centro è un ovale di topazio imperiale arancione
Collana della colelzione Tweed di Chanel, in platino, oro bianco e oro giallo. Al centro è un ovale di topazio imperiale arancione

Bracciale in oro giallo con diamanti e perle
Bracciale in oro giallo con diamanti e perle

Bracciale orologio della collezione Tweed in oro giallo, diamanti, onice e perle
Bracciale orologio della collezione Tweed in oro giallo, diamanti, onice e perle
Collana con diamanti
Collana con diamanti