5 Historic Brooch Styles that have Stood the Test of Time
If you think that brooches are just for your grandma, boy have I got news for you. Brooches are back with a bang and it feels so good. Although brooches did briefly fall from fashion’s graces around the late ’80s/early ‘90s, in the grand scheme of things they are truly eternal. Brooches were first worn […] ...Read More...
Why are We so Drawn to Geometric Jewellery?
As human beings, there are a few elements of our lives that seem eternal; practises which transcend time, culture, and tradition. Music is one of these phenomena; there is no culture without music, singing and instruments of some kind. Dancing is another, while body modification and tattoos are yet more. Another consistency across all races […] ...Read More...
The 5 Most Iconic Necklaces in Films
Over the years, some truly spectacular pieces of jewellery have graced the silver screen. Who hasn’t swooned over the antique jewels and iconic costumes of movie stars, especially when we hark back to the classic films that have gone down in history? From Marilyn Monroe to Julia Roberts, actresses have dazzled us with their gems […] ...Read More...
4 Reasons to Love Art Deco Jewellery
It makes sense that we’re big fans of Art Deco jewellery, although we’re aware we might be a little bit biased. Since we are such fans of the early 20th century beauties, however, we decided to put together a few of the reasons why we’re so keen on it. That way, you can learn a […] ...Read More...
Are Signet Rings in Style?
Are signet rings in style? Well, today we’re diving in to find the answer. Jewellery is a heavy focus of the ACS blog – and rightly so – but the downside is that we tend to prioritise women’s jewellery. Any self-respecting man knows that jewellery is for everyone, not just the ladies. So, let’s get […] ...Read More...
Top 5 Jewellery Moments in The Crown
Since it first graced our television screens in 2016 Netflix’s The Crown has been watched by a total of 73 million households around the world. Clearly, people everywhere have been captivated by the ins and outs of royal life, spanning throughout the second half of the 20th century. There are many reasons to dive into […] ...Read More...
17th Century Fashion
Trying to picture life in the 17th century can seem a daunting task. Seventeenth century fashion can feel like an almost unreal topic, with it being so distant from the world we know today. A staple of fashion from the 16th century was the ruff. Linen stiffened by starch created a wide collar worn around […] ...Read More...
19th Century Engagement Rings
Antique engagement rings in the 19th century are usually pieces of Victorian jewellery. Antique sapphire rings, antique ruby rings, and more are all found amongst the ranks of Victorian engagement jewellery. Engagement jewellery before the Victorian era was not as common, and struggles to stand the test of time. There is certainly something appealing about […] ...Read More...
The History of Celtic Jewellery
Image by Eva Hartnagel on unsplash. The history of Celtic jewellery is ancient and interesting. Celtic jewellery in Wales dates back to between 2000 BC and 550 AD, when craftsmen used silver and gold to create striking pieces of jewellery that boasted various Celtic symbols. Over time, the Celtic jewellery-making processes have been refined significantly, […] ...Read More...
Three of the World’s Biggest Jewellery Heists
Heist films have always been popular, and for good reason – there’s nothing more exciting than the thrill of a heist. While none of us like to think too much about thieves snatching our jewellery, it can sometimes be fun to have a look at some real-life jewellery heists that seem made for the silver […] ...Read More...
