Category: Runway

  • Paris Haute Couture Week, Spring 2014: Nature’s Beauties

    Paris Haute Couture Week, Spring 2014: Nature’s Beauties

    Beautiful Butterflies

    A recurring theme at the Spring 2014 Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week was the butterfly trend.  Beautifully symmetrical, covered in vibrant colors and delicate and decorative, we can see why Valentino and Jean Paul Gaultier based their latest designs on these interesting insects. Valentino’s Spring 2014 couture collection comprised truly beautiful butterfly embellished jackets and feminine, floaty butterfly adorned evening gowns. Jean Paul Gaultier also opted for elaborate butterfly headpieces and butterfly silhouettes. This really is luxurious designer, high-end fashion that’s exquisite and on-trend for the warmer seasons ahead.

    Valentino’s Spring 2014 Haute Couture Collection: Our Favourite Fashions

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    Jean Paul Gaultier’s Spring 2014 Haute Couture Collection: Dramatic Silhouettes

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    Get the new designer look with these Sophie’s Closet jewelry butterfly brooches.

    prod_2030Ciner Multicolored Butterfly Brooch AED 1,400 (US) $378

    33Ciner Smoked Pearl Butterfly Brooch AED 1,100 (US) $297

    Vintage Ciner Smoked Crystal Brooch. AED 2200 (US)$599

    Fabulous Florals

    Elie Saab and Yulia Yanina took inspiration for their Spring 2014 Haute Couture Collections from the timeless trend, fabulous florals. Flowers were integrated into lace and painted onto Elie Saab’s stunning gowns. We predict a few of his desirable dresses will be making an appearance on the red carpet at this year’s 2014 Oscars! If you are looking for a slightly more subtle approach to wearing flowers, try Miriam Haskell‘s classic intricate pearl earrings, Ciner’s pearl flower earrings or other pearl jewelry pieces – we think they would work wonderfully with Elie Saab’s collection too.

    Elie Saab’s Spring 2014 Haute Couture Collection: Looks We Loved

    Elie-Saabprod_2626Miriam Haskell Pink Pearl Flower Earrings AED 1,280 (US) $346

    3020130521Ciner Multicolored Pearl Centre Flower Earrings AED 750 (US)$205

    Yulia Yanina’s floral fashions were slightly less subtle. Bold prints and blooming flower headpieces couldn’t be missed on their catwalk show at Paris Haute Couture Week. We say wear this Spring / Summer ’14 runway trend with either a floral inspired headband, a Jennifer Behr Large Crystal Brooch Headwrap or team simple studs with your bold, statement floral printed dresses to perfectly complement this stand-out theme.

    Yulia Yanina’s Spring 2014 Haute Couture Collection

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    02201311231Jennifer Behr Large Crystal Brooch Headwrap AED 1,890 (US) $511

    Golden Leaves

    Zuhair Murad was just one of the luxury designers embracing golden leaves this season. Exuding opulence and glamour, add a golden touch to your looks with this Grecian Goddess-inspired theme. A gorgeous gold leaf hairpiece by Erickson Beamon or statement gold leaf necklace from Miriam Haskell will do just the job to instantly elevate all your day and after-dark outfits.

    Zuhair Murad’s Spring 2014 Haute Couture Collection

    Zuhair-Muradprod_2716Erickson Beamon Ballroom Headpiece AED 5,900 (US) $1593

    0120121212Miriam Haskell Leaf Necklace AED 3750 (US)$ 1020

    8120131010Ciner Zahra Leaf Earrings AED 1450 (US)$395

     

    Come back soon for more fashion news, trend advice and style stories direct from the catwalk.

  • The Runway Jewelry Edit: Spring/Summer 2014

    Get runway ready by simply following our quick jewelry guide on what to wear next season. Whether it’s a buy me now impulse or something to save for, these key pieces will take you through this winter and into Spring/Summer 2014.

    Moschino, Givenchy, Missoni and Valentino showed us that punk is still in and a top trend for Spring Summer 2014.

    Moschino SS14

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    Kenneth Jay Lane, Ornate Gold Necklace
    Available upon request +97143804600
    AED 1,895 (US) $520

    Givenchy SS14

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    Mawi London, Red Glitter Bug Jeweled Clutch
    AED 2,995 (US) $815

    Missoni SS14

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    Ciner, Panther Head Bracelets
    AED 1,500 (US) $408 each

    Valentino SS14

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    Jennifer Behr, Studded Leather Headband
    AED 820 (US) $223
    Rachel Zoe, Thin Tassel Rope Necklace
    AED 1,300 (US) $354

    Spring summer trends wouldn’t be the same without classic florals. Alberta Ferreti and Ocar de La Renta emphasize the orange floral hue from their collections with orange statement earrings…

    Alberta Ferreti SS14

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    Shourouk, Mia Earrings
    AED 1,875 (US) $510

    Oscar De La Renta SS14

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    Pink Pave,
    AED 115 (US) $35
    Available upon request +97143804600

    And of course pretty pearls! Diesel showed us that its ok to style our girly pearls with edgy, statement separates for elegance with a twist.

    Diesel SS14

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    Badgley Mischka, Pearl Crystal Bracelet
    AED 995 (US) $271

     

     

  • SS13 Jewelry Trends

    SS13 Jewelry Trends

    Spring/Summer 2013 promises to bring big & bold accessories to the spotlight…

     
    The catwalks proved that the bigger the better for Spring/Summer 2013. It’s not all about complicated designs, if you are a little shy when it comes to splashing on the jewels don’t worry because sleek and minimal has taken over the essence of fussy and fragile. Give the small and dainty a rest this season and opt for powerful statement jewelry that takes your breath away. See how the catwalks aced the look and our favorite statement pieces from Sophiescloset.com…
     
    BALMAIN has brought back the iconic hoop with a twist. This season the hoop falls from a button top to form a drop hoop earring. Amrita Singh Crystal Gunmetal Earrings feature the drop hoop with a free hanging tear drop crystal.
     
     
    AED 265 (US) $ 72 
     
    CHANEL has kept their signature peals for SS/13, this season they have emphasized their love for the organic jewel and illustrated that the bigger the better. Miriam Haskell designs classics that are always on trend, a layered pearl piece gives the same aesthetic as huge over the top pearls for those who are a little more introvert.
     

    AED 2,950 (US) $803
     
    “Miriam Haskell would have tea with Coco Chanel while selecting the upcoming season’s beads at Madame Gripoix’s- the finest source in Paris. While Miriam would bring her young design artist, Frank Hess, Chanel was alone. They would talk. Share ideas. Trade fashion celeb secrets. They were among a new class: independent women who began their careers designing jewelry to complement high fashion clothing in an exclusive boutique.” – http://www.sophiescloset.com
     

    AED 1,750 (US) $476 
     
    VERSACE featured textures and tassels at their latest catwalk show, the models were adorned in black and gold statement jewelry creating some serious attitude. Get the look with Rachel Zoe available at Sophiescloset.com. 



    Rachel Zoe, Tassel Drop Bracelet 
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    Rachel Zoe, Tassel Drop Earrings 
    AED 995 (US) $271

    DOLCE AND GABBANA showcased bold and beautiful earrings on the runway as part of their SS/13 collection. D&G’s chandelier style earrings are only for the brave hearted, opt for these slightly less ‘in your face’ chandelier earrings by Elizabeth Cole.

    AED 1,250 (US) $ 340 
     
    CHRISTIAN DIOR teamed crystals and aquamarine together for a royal, elegant aesthetic. The combination of crystals and blue stones can make any girl feel like a princess. For your own fairytale get the look with this Badgley Mischka Lucretia Sapphire Bracelet made with Swarovski crystals.
     

     
    AED 1,280 (US) $348 
    MEADHAM KIRCHOFT topped the lot with the most lavish jewels of all. By combining a matching necklace and earring set the essence of vintage was bought back to the runway. Get the look from Kenneth Jay Lane with this Crystal Emerald Amethyst Drop Necklace and Earring set available at sophiescloset.com 
    AED 795 (US) $216
    AED 3,200 (US) $871

    Click this way to shop the ‘New In’ items. Sophiescloset.com is always full of fashionable, trend setting statement jewelry, perfect for glamorizing any outfit…

  • Thinking Baroque

    Thinking Baroque

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    Baroque is the art period of the moment. (A couple of seasons ago, it was all about Art Deco.) We love its audacity, its opulence and, most importantly, Baroque and jewellery go together like milk and cookies.
     Milan Fashion Week street style, photographed by Tommy Ton
    The fashion crowd in Milan has fully embraced this lavish look, as captured by Tommy Ton — all the colours, florals and gold!
     
    Valentino F/W 2012
    Valentino’s current collection plays on the softer, more romantic side of the trend with delicate pinks, mixed with glistening gold.
    Miu Miu F/W 2012
    Miu Miu and its printed suits sure look like antique upholstery, accented by gold accessories.
    Anna Dello Russo, photographed by Tommy Ton
    Fashion eccentric Anna Dello Russo knows how to make a fashion week entrance and she’s chosen Dolce & Gabbana’s dazzling collection to do so.
    Dolce & Gabbana F/W 2012
    We love all the gold leafy embroidery, large drop earrings, and jewelled headpieces we wrote about a couple of weeks ago.
    Dolce & Gabbana F/W 2012
    And the combination of gold and pearls is always a winning one (just look at this intricate little bag!), and it’s precisely what we want to wear in the fall.
  • Elizabeth Cole & Zac Posen

    Elizabeth Cole & Zac Posen

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    Coco Rocha in Zac Posen Spring 2012 featuring Elizabeth Cole’s Red Cherry Flower Earrings

    Summer season is almost over and soon we’ll be checking out all the fall goodies. But before we do that, we thought we’d revisit one of our favourite collections from Spring 2012: Zac Posen. As if the gowns and the dresses weren’t glamorous enough on their own (we’d love to see more Zac Posen on the red carpet), they were paired with Elizabeth Cole’s beautiful jewels.

    What we truly love about the pairing is the Old Hollywood style, with opulent jewellery complimenting luxurious dresses. Hair and makeup were, of course, right on point, echoing the glamorous pre-war era.

    Elizabeth Cole designer, Stephanie Owen, is very much inspired by antique and vintage jewellery, creating intricate compositions with crystals and semi-precious stones.

    Thankfully for us, Elizabeth Cole and Zac Posen teamed up again for his Fall 2012 runway and it’s just as spectacular.

    Take a look at all the Elizabeth Cole pieces in our online store, sophiescloset.com.

  • Jewellery Inspiration: JAK & JIL at Fashion Week

    Jewellery Inspiration: JAK & JIL at Fashion Week

    It’s fashion week time and our favourite street style photographer, Tommy Ton, has been busy snapping fashion industry’s most fashionable. Sure, we love the shoes and the bags, but our eyes are always on the jewellery. And, it seems like Tommy Ton also has a penchant for jewellery.

    We’ve noticed a lot layering of multiple bracelets and bangles (although, maybe not so functional for office work, haha). We’re thinking an array of Chan Luu’s and Rachel Leigh’s friendship bracelets, with some glam from LeiVanKash to complete the look.

    We especially love how this image and the stacking of five large bangles, paired up with this stunning beaded bag. So colourful and fun! To get the look, find a couple of big chunky bangles like this one by Vita Fede.

    Bracelets aside, we also love styling with multiple rings. This image focusing on blues and greens (with yellow nails!) is making us pull every colour of Rachel Leigh’s ‘Gumball’ ring out of our drawers.

    And, we spotted Noir’s ‘Brooklyn Bridge’ ring, looking very chic in autumn colours and accompanied with that giant silhouette pendant.

    This edgy punk-rock inspired look is very elegant, not too hard. As you know, we can never pass on a good spike. Again, we are pulling out all our Noir and Joomi Lim bracelets out of our drawers.

    Images courtesy of style.com.

  • FALL/WINTER BLUES… from runways to Sophie’s Closet

    FALL/WINTER BLUES… from runways to Sophie’s Closet


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    Gucci F/W11

    Blue is one of the predominant colours for the F/W season. Particularly the bright royal (or Klein) blue as seen on runways of DVF, Fendi, Jason Wu and Thakoon. It looks especially striking when paired with gold: one of our favourite colour combinations.

    THAKOON F/W 2011

    LEIVANKASH Feather Bracelet

    We are excited to be carrying more pieces from LEIVANKASH. This feather bracelet is a perfect companion to the ‘Olivia’ ring and a perfect little pop of blue for fall.


    KENNETH JAY LANE Double Lion Head Bracelet

    Okay, so we realize that we’ve been featuring this lion bracelet a lot! But, it’s just so irresistable with the little blue accent on top.


    DIOR Vintage Clip-on Earrings

    These vintage Dior earrings are absolute classics — such a beautiful bright blue.


    GUCCI F/W 2011

    Then there is teal, a way to bring the tropics into fall. Seen on the ruways of Gucci, Marc Jacobs and Alberta Ferretti, teal is one of the most glamorous colours this season showing up in luxe accessories like fur stoles.


    CHANEL Vintage Drop Earrings

    Glamour always needs some Chanel and you already know we are so in love with these earrings. Okay — there are turqoise but close enough!


    KENNETH JAY LANE Blue Zircon Jonquil Centre Earrings

    These gorgous yellow/blue combo earrings by Kenneth Jay Lane are Old Hollywood glamour. They would look amazing with that Gucci gown.


    DEEPA GURNANI Skinny Metallic Leaf

    A bit of teal for the hair comes in form of a pretty leaf headband. Daytime, nighttime — it’s just lovely.

  • SUMMER SPIKES… from Runways to Sophie’s Closet

    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;
    JOOMI LIM Gold Spike Ring

    Burberry’s spring collection is an intriguing mix of tough and feminine. We’re thinking that Noir’s stackable rings and Joomi Lim’s spikey rings and bracelets have a similar feel.


    BALMAIN S/S 2011; 
    NOIR Gold Pave Cones Bangle;
    CC SKYE Silver Pave Stud Ring;
    NOIR Mini Pave Pyramid Silver Double Wrap

    Balmain is determined to keep punk rock alive, in a very glamorous way — reminds us of something Gwen Stefani or Rhianna would wear. Instead of a plain old stud, go for sparkly pave ones like Noir and CC Skye (so ladylike at the same time).


    JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Couture 2011;  
    CC SKYE Pave ‘Wicked’ Ring;  
    NOIR Long Drop Spike Earrings

    We love the shape of this Jean Paul Gaultier purse. It kind of looks like a medieval weapon of sorts. And almost identical shape to Noir’s drop earrings and, if it was cut in half, the CC Skye ‘Wicked’ ring. Little spikey balls: it doesn’t get cuter than that!

  • BOHO CHIC… from Runways to Sophie’s Closet

    BOHO CHIC… from Runways to Sophie’s Closet

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    ANNA SUI S/S 2011

    Every season, there are a few designers that really embrace boho chic. Of course, stars like Nicole Richie, Sienna Miller and Mary-Kate Olsen rock the look all year around. There are several interpretations of boho and a number of ways one can accessorize. Whether through antique-looking gold, bright colour combinations or tribal patterns, here are some ways to achieve the boho style.


    ANNA SUI S/S 2011

    GOLDEN GLOWS

    Think of this look like Ancient Greece meets California style. Flowy dresses can be paired with antique-like gold accessories. The older-looking the better! We suggest the coin necklace from Kenneth Jay Lane or one of the beautiful sculptural Melinda Maria rings.


    KENNETH JAY LANE Multi Coin Necklace


    MELINDA MARIA ‘Vanessa’ Pod Ring


    MISSONI S/S 2011

    TROPICALIA

    The thing that’s really great about boho style is the embrace of big bright colours. We love the Missoni collection this season: it really captures a bohemian tropical beach fantasy with its highly saturated shades. We suggest accessorizing with colourful beads in coral and turquoise.


    KENNETH JAY LANE Turquoise Coral Bracelet


    BOUNKIT Coral Cuff


    L.A.M.B S/S 2011

    TRIBAL PATTERNS

    Tribal print is a great, less girlie alternative to florals. It still captures the flower-child character, but it seems a little hipper. We love the pieces by one of our favourite boho icons, Nicole Richie.


    HOUSE OF HARLOW Tribal Turquoise Earrings


    HOUSE OF HARLOW Coral Tribal Ring

  • TASSELS… from runways to Sophie’s Closet

    TASSELS… from runways to Sophie’s Closet


    Louis Vuitton S/S 2011

    This season many designers focused on the glamorous and playful 1920s flapper look, most notably Louis Vuitton. And, naturally, there were many tassels and fringes involved! It’s probably an understatement when we say that we are kind of obsessed with tassels at the moment.

    Of course there is no need to wear them with matching dresses. They can be worn with anything: little black dresses, summer maxis, blouses, t-shirts and jeans.


    We love the emphasis on rich golds here. Summer always calls for some serious gold! Very subtle and elegant looks.


    HOUSE OF HARLOW Tassel Necklace (AED 760)


    FALLON Sound Bite Earrings


    Vintage CHANEL Tassel Earrings


    LULU FROST Tassel Necklace

    And here, we are seeing some more colours: reds, rose golds and mixture of rhinestones. These looks are a bit louder: definite head-turners.


    HOUSE OF HARLOW Tasseled Red Crescent Earrings


    FALLON Multicolour Crystal Brass Necklace


    FALLON Gold Speed of Light Earrings


    KENNETH JAY LANE Tassel Earrings

    Like what you see? Head to Sophie’s Closet.