Stud Earrings for the "Younger Wearer"

My 11 year old daughter was desperate to have her ears pierced, which finally I gave into last year for her birthday. Since then, I have been very disappointed to find that there is a distinct lack of good quality earrings for younger people. At that age, I was keen to find earrings that were made from silver rather than base metal or plastic but also be smallish studs, in designs suitable for that age group - only to find that a local girls accessories store (rhymes with "Pears") seemed to have a monopoly on these type of earrings. These products were not only on the pricey side but also had quite a limited selection in silver.

Therefore we have now put together our own range of earrings that will specifically suit children and young people. All of our earrings have 925 sterling silver backs and posts and some are made entirely of sterling silver. We have also selected a range of fun designs that include, owls, ducks, feet, flowers, butterflies, hearts, seahorses and stars. Although these earrings are not suitable for the initial piercing period, they offer a good quality earring which will last. Prices start at 3.95, so they are extremely good value for silver earrings.

To see our whole collection of Novelty stud earrings

November Offer - 10% all jewellery

To get your Christmas shopping off to a cracking start, we are offering 10% off all of our jewellery products between now and the end of November.

To take advantage of our offer - just type Nov11 as the promotion code when you check out.

We are also adding new products to our site daily - so look out in the next few weeks for new items from Mirabelle, plus some sparkling additions to our costume jewellery lines.

Click here to start your shopping!

Kazuri Beads

17th October 2011 - Taylor & Vine Jewellery are proud to anounce the addition of Kazuri Beads as a new jewellery brand within their ever expanding web site. Kazuri Beads offer a collection of handmade ceramics beads, beautifully glazed in a wealth of vibrant colours and unique designs.

Kazuri, which means small and beautiful in Swahili, is hand-painted ceramic jewellery made in Kenya. Every bead which makes up a necklace or bracelet is shaped by hand by one of the 300 local women employed by Kazuri. The beads are then kiln fired once, glazed and fired again before being strung. Founded by the late Lady Susan Wood, Kazuri is still located where she first started creating employment for struggling single mothers back in 1975.

In an age of mass-produced goods, Kazuri jewellery stands out as a little bit different. As every piece of jewellery is handmade, every one is unique. The colours are stunning and the glossy finish adds an air of sophistication and class to each item. The timeless designs also ensure they stand the test of time and will be a asset to any jewellery box

To view the Taylor & Vine collection of Kazuri beads

Blowing in the Wind Jewellery

For the Autumn/Winter season 2011, we are pleased to announce the addition of Blowing in the Wind jewellery to Taylor & Vines costume jewellery collection.

Blowing in the Wind offer a fabulous range of costume jewellery which is handcrafted using real leaves. The resulting jewellery is incredibly beautiful and extremely life like. The new range compliments our other jewellery collections with a natural theme, but offers an extremely affordable price range.

Each piece oj jewellery features hand picked real leaves which are are hand coated with a copper based finish and then dipped in precious metals such as silver gold, brass and copper.

Every leaf is checked for imperfections and, if it passes inspection, is then fitted with an electrical contact point and hand painted with a copper solution.

After drying, the leaves are then placed in an electrolytic solution which has microscopic particles of 24ct gold. The electrical contact attracts the particles of gold and the metal builds up on the leaf to form a coating, which preserves even the most intricate and minute surface details. The leaf is then checked a final time to ensure the process has not magnified any previously unnoticed imperfections, before being approved

Each pendant is a unique piece of art where every detail of the leaf is preserved. They are truly beautiful and despite their delicate appearance are extremely hard wearing and durable. They are a must have addition to any girl's jewellery box and have already caputred the imagination of such celebrities as Hilary Duff, Fergie, Eva Mendes and Jessica Alba.

Each pendant is accompanied by a gold or silver plated complementing chain. Prices start at £24.95 and are already available on line - click to view

Stop Press....New Costume Jewellery Items In!

Following on from our last blog post - our new Autumn 2011 costume jewellery items have now arrived and are up on our web site. Click here to view

Coming Soon to Taylor & Vine - Fabulous new costume jewellery products

This time of year is very exciting for us, as we get to go to all the jewellery trade show to SHOP! We are expecting to place orders with a number of new and existing suppliers over the next couple of weeks bur are particularly exicited about this seasons additions to our own Taylor & Vine costume jewellery collection.

To accentuate this seasons trend towards bold block colours, chunky knits and the return of earthy natural browns, we have selected a range long necklaces and bold cuffs which we hope will compliment a whole host of outfits.

A small selection of our new products can be viewed below, which we are hoping we will be able to get on-line in a couple of weeks.

End of Season Reductions - 20% off Bohm Jewellery

As we are getting to the end of the Summer season (Oh no! you cry), we are taking the opportunity to sell a few final pieces from our Bohm jewellery collection at 20% below the original price.

Included in the sale are necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings, all beautifully hand crafted in the US by jewellery designer Bohm. Many of these pieces we only have single items of so it is advisable to browse sooner rather than later. A small selection can be seen below, but click here to see the full collection.



Bohm delicate trinkets bangle - £33.50 (was £41.95)



Bohm Gypsy Ring - £14.95 (was £18.95)



Bohm Floral Zone Earrings - £17.50 (was £14.00)

New from Eve & Fox

We are delighted to announce that we have just taken a new delivery from UK Jewellery Designer - Eve & Fox. We have stocked up on all our existing items, so our full range is now back in stock. We have also added a number of new lines to our collection which include costumer jewellery necklaces which feature new themes, charms and vintage elements.

Pictured to the left is the new "Union Jack" pendant with a hand made picture disk with charms of Big ben and a crown (£19,95). On the right we have a fabulous hand made ceramic bird with vintage insipred floral print, with czech glass flowers and beads (£26.95)

All ournew product. are now up on our website, ready for viewing and shopping To view the complete Eve & Fox Designer Jewelllery Collection

Star Buy for July

Our star buy for July is a beautiful pair of designer earrings from UK jewellery designer Babette Wasserman – a steal at just £39.95. These glitter chameleon drop earrings are in ice colours - of pink, lilac and light blue. Perfect colours for summer, complementing this seasons fashion trends but these earrings also look stunning in winter against a back drop of black or navy .

They have a rectangle cluster of swarovski crystals in ice colours set into a base of sterling silver. Four silver strands then descend from the crystal base and each strand is set with a crystal in one of the ice colours. The base of the earrings are 5mm wide with a base with a drop of 90mm at the longest drop.

We are offering these earring for £39.95 (original RRP 69.95). This offer will last for July or until we run out of stock! BUY NOW


Also available at Taylor & Vine is the Glitter Chameleon Ring - Ice (£199.95) and the Glitter Chameleon mini ring in Ice (£79.95)

How to find your Ring Size

One of the biggest problems when buying a ring online, is knowing what ring size you need, whether it be for yourself or a present for someone else. However sizing your finger for a ring is very simple and can be done in many different ways as we explain below.

Always make sure your hands are warm before measuring your fingers and ensure you measure for comfortable fit - not too tight and not too loose.

Method 1 : Measure the inside diameter in millimetres of a ring that is comfortable on the finger you want to wear your new ring on

Method 2 : Wrap a piece of string or cotton around the base of the finger you wish to size, selecting the snuggest fit that still fits over your knuckle. Make a mark at the point where the string/cotton overlaps. Measure the string/cotton to give you your ring size in mm.

By looking at the chart below, you can use the measurements you have taken to check against various industry standard ring sizes.


At Taylor & Vine, the majority of our rings come in Small, Medium and Large sizes. A small size is approx a UK size L, medium - size N and Large - size P.

Product of the Week - Delicate Trinkets Earrings

Our product of the week, this week, is a stunning pair of vintage style dangle earrings from the Bohm's delicate trinkets collection. These make the perfect costume jewellery accompaniment to any summer outfit, whether dressed down with a pair of jeans, t-shirt & pumps or with a pretty summer dress with heels. These earrings are bound to make an impact, hair-up or hair-down.

These beautiful delicate earrings are adorned with gold flowers and multicoloured stones and beads. They have a drop of 6cm and are made from nickel free Gold plated base metal.

At £20.95, these earrings are a steal and will become a invaluable part of your summer wardrobe for many years to come.

All Bohm jewellery is hand crafted in the USA.

Amazing £5.00 Jewellery sale

It's that time of year again when we need to clear the decks of some of our stock to make room for new ad therefore it's the return of the £5.00 sale.

Our latest sale includes a selection of quality jewellery taken from our costume & fashion jewellery ranges including, Ziga Zaga and Hush! Most of the items are £5.00 and with some as low as £3.00. All items are at least 50% reductions from the original retail price – so a chance for a real bargain.

Some of these items we only have one of, so don’t leave it too long before ordering. You can fnd all our sale items on our jewellery sale page

We will also be sending out a sale brochure via email, so if you would like to receive a copy, make sure you have signed up to our mailing list on our home page

Wear your costume jewellery with Confidence & Style

Costume Jewellery is the perfect way to accessorise an outfit without breaking the bank, however there can be a tendency to overdo it. There’s a very fine line between hittting the style bang on trend and attracting unwanted looks from passers-by. To avoid creating any costume jewellery faux pas, following these simple tips will help you to hit the right mark every time.

1. Learn from the Celebrities
Celebrities know that to make the best-dressed lists and steer clear of the disaster lists they should keep their accessories minimal; a bright and colourful cocktail ring adds colour to a bland or plain outfit but when combined with a cluster of studded bangles and several large, dangling necklaces the overall look can become tacky rather than fashionable.

2. Vary the style
Large statement pieces of jewellery are highly noticeable and will almost indefinitely lose their dramatic impact if worn everyday. It is therefore a good idea to wear costume jewellery in different ways, at different occasions with different outfits. By varying the style and what you wear the accessory with, you can keep the trend fresh and interesting without the need for buying new pieces.

3. Stick to complementary colours
Blend colours in, particularly if at work or at formal occasions when it may be advisable to tone down the costume jewellery look. Instead of a large studded pendant, perhaps make a more subtle statement with a colourful but tasteful necklace. Of course at parties or on a night out, it can be much more tempting to have a little fun with your accessories, and in that case, the bigger the better for maximum effect!

4. Plain Clothes have the biggest impact
Costume jewellery has the biggest impact if the clothes themselves are fairly plain. This allows the piece of jewellery to stand out boldly and become an effective feature of the outfit; a trend that many celebrities choose for the red carpet and at high profile events to guarantee they get noticed. Alternatively if the clothes are fairly colourful, or brightly patterned then a couple of pieces of solid jet black costume jewellery can have an equally dramatic effect.

5. Different types of outfits require different kinds of accessories.
If your hair is worn up, then bold earrings can have much more of an impact than if covered by hair, and plunging necklines can be ideally accessorised with a pendant necklace. Large necklines and collars can be balanced with cut-off sleeves and a few wide and striking bangles of varying colour. Cocktail rings look fantastic if wrist jewellery is kept minimal, as it stands out so much more effectively.

6. High Street Prices, Designer Style
The great news with the latest costume jewellery is that it won't break the bank. The continuing trend for jewellery designers and celebrities alike is for bold jewellery pieces that look extravagant and flashy, but are made with materials such as pewter, gold plating and semi-precious stones. This means that you can afford more items for your money and won't be afraid of damaging or losing expensive heirlooms. If you feel like your wardrobe needs updating, buying a few cool pieces of costume jewellery is much cheaper than a new outfit, and can make your clothes seem brand new again.

7. Be comfortable with your own style
Despite the tips on how to wear costume jewellery, the most important thing to remember to choose pieces that suit you and your own style - don’t just wear something because the celebrities are. Wear your Jewellery with confidence and you’re bound to be happy with the impact you make

At Taylor & Vine, we have a fantastic selection of Costume Jewellery to suit all ages and tastes but won't break the bank.

To keep up with all the news, new arrivals and product sales, you can follow us on twitter, facebook or sign up to our email alerts and news, have a look at our home page

10% off all jewellery for April

To get you in the spring mood, we're offering 10% of all purchases at Taylor & Vine for the whole of April.

Our new spring is now arriving and being updated on our website almost daily. We have fantastic new Spring 2011 products from US Designer the Bohm, as well as many new jewellery items from Michael Michaud. Over the coming weeks we will be adding to our own ranges of Fashion & Costume jewellery which will include fantastic leather flower cuffs & pendants and also stunning rock rings in loads of vibrant colours.

To claim your £10% saving,just type April11, as the promotion code when you check out your purchases on www.taylorandvine.com . Offer applies to web site purchases only and offer ends 30th April 2011.

Love is in the air.....

With only 3 weeks to go until Valentines Day, What could make a more perfect Gift for that special person in your life than a stunning priece of Jewellery from one of Taylor & Vine's fantastic jewellery collections.

We have a great selection of hearts, love knots and other romantically themed jewellery and for those lovely men - some stunning designer cufflinks. With prices starting at £5.00, we've got something for everybody.

Our hand picked selection can now be seen in our valentines gift section or to shop the whole collection go to http://www.taylorandvine.com/

Massive Babette Wasserman sale

In order to clear the decks for new Spring stock, we are offering significant reductions on a large selection of Babette Wasserman jewellery. All reductions are at least 30% RRP and in some cases at cost price!

The offer lasts until the end of January 2011, but many of these items are one offs - so don't leave it too long!