TREND ALERT: Pretty Punk

As the punk trend grows ever more popular, its anarchic spirit is infused into accessories, onto shoes and all over leather separates. Not only was punk a key theme on the AW2013 runway shows with Chanel, Saint Laurent and Versace just a few of the designers embracing the trend, the style set also know howContinue reading “TREND ALERT: Pretty Punk”

Beautiful Jewels at the Met Gala Ball 2013

Jennifer Lawrence  Jennifer Behr Voilette Lace Headpiece AED 695 (US) $ 190 Sold Out   Katy Perry  Kenneth Jay Lane, Ornate Statement Necklace AED 1,895 (US) $516   Brooklyn Decker   Kelly Osbourne  Jennifer Behr, Black Velvet Artemesia Headband AED 4625 (US) $1,259   Cara Delevingne  LeiVanKash, Gold Double Dagger Ring  AED 1,100 (US) $299 Continue reading “Beautiful Jewels at the Met Gala Ball 2013”

New York Fashion Week: FROW Focus

Recently we saw the celebs and supermodels out in force for the fashion event of the season – New York Fashion Week. As always, the fashionista’s filled the front row in their finest attire, so we thought we’d take a closer look at the gorgeous gems and glitzy jewels that adorned the FROW.   StatementContinue reading “New York Fashion Week: FROW Focus”

Street Chic at NYFW

Aline Weber Snowstorms may have delayed the shows, but the weather wasn’t stopping the world’s fasionistas from making their scheduled appearance. Models, stylists, photographers, designers, celebs and journalists all made their way through the treacherous conditions to last week’s Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York City. We thought we’d take a sneaky peek at what the glitterati chose to wear toContinue reading “Street Chic at NYFW”

Sophie’s Closet in the Press

Harper’s Bazaar Arabia (November 2011) Our jewels have been making so many magazine appearances, we’re starting to blush a little over the attention. From fashion glossies like Harper’s Bazaar, U Magazine, and Flare, to the ultimate lifestyle guide, Time Out, to a celebrity must-read OK! magazine, to countless online features, everyone is talking about Sophie’sContinue reading “Sophie’s Closet in the Press”

SUMMER SPIKES… from Runways to Sophie’s Closet

Giselle Bunchen wearing Balmain in V Magazine (April 2011) There is nothing wrong with letting our inner tough girl shine: a little bit of punk rock can be just as glamorous as diamonds. And Burberry, Balmain and Jean Paul Gaultier all seem to agree. BURBERRY F/W 2011; NOIR Stackable Rings; JOOMI LIM Gold Spike Bangles;Continue reading “SUMMER SPIKES… from Runways to Sophie’s Closet”

GIRLS WITH PEARLS

We have been so into classics lately, and it doesn’t get more classic than pearls. Some of fashion’s most iconic images involve pearl accessories, like the elegant Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Her character Holly Golightly refused to wear diamonds, deeming them too old (although now, it’s maybe considered the opposite). Then there isContinue reading “GIRLS WITH PEARLS”

Q&A with JOOMI LIM

Freja Beha Erichsen wearing Joomi Lim in Vogue Italia (March 2010) Designer Joomi Lim has been quite a busy bee lately, and her two collections Joomi NYC and Joomi Lim have both been experiencing a great deal of success across the globe. She is quickly becoming a fashion editor favourite, with her pieces appearing inContinue reading “Q&A with JOOMI LIM”

GOSSIP GIRL STYLE: Blair and Serena

To celebrate (or to mourn) the end of Gossip Girl’s third season, Sophie’s Closet is doing a spotlight on some of the fabulous jewelry worn by our favourite characters this season. These girls are our favourite trendsetters! In fact, we carry many accessories from the show and many similar ones, because we know what’s in.Continue reading “GOSSIP GIRL STYLE: Blair and Serena”