Jewellery Instantly Elevates An Outfit—4 Elegant Pieces That Go With Everything In My Capsule Wardrobe

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Like a moth to a flame or a magpie to objects of the sheeny variety, I find myself drawn to jewellery and over the past three decades I've (unintentionally) become a collector of earrings. You could say it was written in the stars, as my mother has a particular penchant for shiny things. Come rain or shine, in sickness and in health (honestly, I've spent most of my worst health days with earrings in tow, to the point it's become humourous), you'll find me clad in jewels, like armour, to put the world to rights. Although jewellery has metamorphosed of late—with statement and joyous shapes, there's always a place for timeless shapes, which constitutes the majority of a jewellery capsule.

My personal collection includes a green quartz ring courtesy of Daniella Draper, a welded solid gold bracelet by firm favourite, Astrid and Miyu, Portuguese jewellery brand Cinco's diamond huggies and I'm very rarely without Bevza's grain-inspired drop earrings (I told you, I come fully sheathed in shimmer).

Knowing where to start can be quite the endeavour, so I've taken to my archive with a fine tooth-comb, to bring you wearable jewels from my favourite jewellery brands, with wearability, quality and versatility, at the forefront. Resulting in a capsule jewellery edit, including rings, bracelets, necklaces and, of course, earrings. Continue reading to discover some of my favourite retailers for jewellery, complete with many tried and tested personal favourites. Whether you're purchasing jewellery for yourself or a loved one over the festive period, you've come to the right place; I can guarantee you these jewellery pieces go with everything.

Jewellery That Goes With Everything:

1. Dainty Gold Earrings

Alexis Foreman wears drop earrings

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Style Notes: Earrings are my kryptonite and there's no rhyme or reason to my personal collection. Comprising overstated jewels of the '80s, to barely-there huggies encrusted in diamonds, my jewellery box is a smorgasboard of designs and features a myriad of independent designers whose work I admire. I'm particularly drawn to a drop stud and pendant huggies as I feel they offset most looks.

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Chain and Charm Necklaces:

Anoukyve wears earrings and a necklace

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Style Notes: Chains are perhaps my least worn jewellery piece but one I appreciate nonetheless. Whether layered or worn alone, they can elevate an outfit to no end. For everyday wear, opt for a fine chain pendant necklace. Removable or otherwise. The benefit of removable pendants, however, is the opportunity to wear the chain alone on occasion. It's a two-in-one style hack that will see you through myriad dress codes, from formal to informal.

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3. Refined Bracelets

Chiara Perera wears a stack of refined bracelet

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Style Notes: Once an unsung hero, bracelets are becoming increasingly popular with the welded variety gaining traction lately. What's not to like about a peek through shimmer gracing your wrists — which can be particularly discreet if your corporate uniform calls for a modest dress code. In the photo above Chiara wears a stack of bracelets by Laura Vann.

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4. Fine Rings

Marianne Smyth wears a gold ring

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Style Notes: Finger bands may be used to chronical relationship status but I believe rings are a declaration of love both inward too, and therefore hugely champion the celebration of rings irrespective of nuptials. It's a quiet accessory that speaks volumes and where investment will pay dividends. A quality ring will be with you and on you for a lifetime.

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Freelance Fashion Editor

Avalon Afriyie is a freelance writer and storyteller based in London. She specialises in sustainable fashion, health and the narratives of marginalised communities. She has a background in fashion show production and styling, having previously worked on The Clothes Show and with the Lyst Group. Since graduating in 2013 with a BA (Hons) in English and contemporary media, she’s worked as a feature writer for an independent publication and a contributor for Quill’s creator network. She now marries her passion for words and style, writing for some of the most esteemed fashion and lifestyle publications,Best Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK and Stylist. Avalon also provides copywriting services, creative consultancy, and visual media for independent businesses, including travel guides, interviews, press releases and blog posts. Her work has been featured on Lush, Contiki, Youswim and Ohne. She spends her days writing to her heart’s content for business and pleasure, shooting on film and dreaming of residing a stone’s throw away from the ocean with her love and a pup (clad in a sweeping frock, of course). She’s currently penning ideas for a book of personal essays and free verse poetry on love, life and the stages in between.