Lydia Jewels Blog

As you may know I have recently launched my first men’s collection. I have been blown away by the reaction. The press are loving it, I have had confirmation that it will appear in many magazines over the next few months.

This week alone it has featured in 9to5 magazine, The Perth Sunday Times and one of my favourite blogs Styling You.

Dogtags and Onyx cross neck chain featured in the Perth Sunday Times.

Please also check out this necklace in the Manland section of Styling You.

Article: This one’s for the bloke in your life: Manland September 2010

Model, Nathan Joliffe, wearing the Spider Onyx neckchain in 9to5 magazine.

On a side note, 9to5 is also loving the Lucinda bangle, made using semi-precious pink Agate and Swarovski crystals.

Lydia xx

I am really excited to launch the first men’s collection from Lydia Jewels.

Below is the official press release written by the fabulous Amy at Sweaty Betty PR.

THE LYDIA JEWELS IN EVERY GUYS CROWN

Let’s hear it for the boys! Sydney stylist and jewellery designer Lydia-Jane Saunders has created her debut men’s accessories collection; a tribute to her guy friends who have been begging her to design stylish pieces for the male species.

‘Chained To Me’ was inspired by the dark, steamy nights of Sydney’s club scene and features a quirky range of guys and unisex pieces with a masculine aesthetic and Lydia’s quirky signature touches.

The hero piece in the collection is the Onyx Spider Rosary necklace, a flamboyant silver accessory with huge spider pendant, reminiscent of the Lost Boys and Edward Cullen’s dark and brooding style ($146). The Wishbone pendant will bring guys good luck ($40) and Lydia has also included chunky cuffs and surfer-style bracelets, dog tags on chains, and bronze and silver rings.

Lydia admits she spends a lot of time with
her male friends and has created a collection in homage to Sydney’s stylish fellas.

Onyx Spider Rosary necklace – $146

Wishbone necklace – $40

Dogtags and Onyx cross necklace – $88

The range is available online at www.lydiajewels.com

My week got off to an amazing start on Monday when I found out that Eva Longoria Parker (Desperate Housewives) and Jessica Szohr (Gossip Girl) have chosen some Lydia Jewels pieces they would like to wear.

I have been busy making them today and can’t wait to send them off. So excited about seeing these fabulous actresses wearing Lydia Jewels

Both ladies chose

Frida bracelet

Alysha earrings

Ashleigh earrings

Eva also chose

Allessandra earrings

Rachel necklace

Model Jesinta Campbell has just been crowned Miss Universe Australia 2010. This is very exciting for Lydia Jewels as Jesinta is the model behind our Bridal collection.

We worked with Jesinta a few months ago on the Bridal collection images. She was an absolute sweetheart and very professional. She will go along way and we wish her all the best.

Congratulations Jesinta xxx

http://www.lydiajewels.com/bridal.html

Wow what a week. Rosemount Australian Fashion Week was an absolute blast !

Lydia Jewels had a stand in Emerge. Emerge is the ultimate accessories destination located in the busy hub of RAFW at The Overseas Passenger Terminal (OPT), Circular Quay. Less than 50 handpicked designers were showing jewellery, handbags, shoes and accessories such as belts, scarves, sunglasses. I feel very honoured that Lydia Jewels was amongst those chosen to show.

The week was long, starting at 9am and finishing at 930pm. Repeat this for another five days and you have a lot of exhausted but excited people.

I was really happy with the amount of visitors we had to the Lydia Jewels stand, these included new media I hadn’t met, girls from magazines I have already worked with and will continue to do so, bloggers, national buyers, national agents and international buyers and agents. I also had a few celebrities pop by and have a look.

We were lucky to be in the best spot right at the front of the exhibitors, next to the bar, so we spent much of the week watching fashionista’s trot past in their heels. I am a huge fan of people watching and this was the ultimate place to do it.

As some of you know I am also a fashion stylist so was able to escape the stand occasionally and attend some shows. I saw Aurelio Costerella, Manning Cartell, Nookie, Anna and Boy, Woman’s Ready to Wear (keep an eye out for Sally Koeswanto – she will be huge), Kooey, Ms Couture and Ruby Smallbone. Highlight shows for me were Nicola Finetti, Rachel Gilbert, Michael Lo Sordo and Swim Fashion Week, in particular Lisa Maree who sent the Bondi Lifeguards down the catwalk.

A huge thank you goes to my amazing full time assistant Nicole and the 3 fabulous work experience girls I had this week – Ashleigh, Amanda and Sarah. They kept me sane and topped up with Rosemount wine.

Rather than boring you anymore, I’ll say the rest with images …

Lydia Jewels stand in Emerge

Not a bad lunch to have. What a view

Tourist shot

Nicola Finetti – one of my favourite shows

Rosemount VIP bar

Too many drinks at the Nicola Finetti, Virgin after party (this was between two, not just me)

Loved Ms Couture

Eye candy at Lisa Maree

Lydia xx

* Stay tuned for more images (they are on Nicole’s camera)

* Please excuse the quality of these ones.

The Lydia Jewels look books have just come back from the printers ready for RAFW (Rosemount Australian Fashion Week) next week. Thought you guys would like a sneak peak.

If you are interested in wholesale jewellery prices, please email wholesale@lydiajewels.com

page 1 & 13

Photography by Andrew Goldie

Make Up by Rachel Montgomery

Model: Brooke Vardi

page 3 & 10

Photography by Rory Fink

Make Up by Rachel Montgomery

Model: Kate Jaggard Willing

Profile shot of Lydia by Alex Porter @ Art House Creative

Profile text by Amy @ Sweaty Betty PR

Still life photography by Nicole Willing & Kris Baum

Still life retouching by Sandy @ Rocketfuel Industries

Graphic Design by Ika @ Sweaty Betty PR

Cheree Cassidy who plays Constable Debbie Webb on the new series of Underbelly, The Golden Mile chose to wear Lydia Jewels Nadia earrings to the recent Golden Slipper race day.

She looked absolutely gorgeous.

You too can wear these beautiful earrings for only $71

Lydia xx

This weekend just passed Lydia Jewels had a stand at the Sydney Bridal Expo at Darling Harbour. It was a successful event with 100’s of Brides coming by, having a chat, buying pieces for their special day, making bespoke appointments and entering our competition to win $300 worth of jewellery.

On display we had jewellery for Brides, Bridemaids, Flowergirls and Mothers of the Bride/Groom.

We were also invited to take part in the catwalk show. Some images below (please excuse quality)

Model wearing the Dorothy Stratten earrings

Model wearing the Grace Kelly earrings

Cutest Bridesmaid. When I gave her a pair of rose stud earrings, she said thank you by giving me a big cuddle and blowing a very dramatic kiss.

Stay tuned to www.lydiajewels.com for these earrings. Coming soon!

Model wearing Kate earrings and Sabrina Fairchild bracelet

Model wearing Dorthy Stratten earrings, model on the right wearing the Nikki necklace

Model wearing the Britt Ekland earrings

Leonardo Salinas, an amazing Bridal Couture designer borrowed two necklaces for his stand.

The Lydia Jewels stand.

You can purchase the Lydia Jewels Bridal Collection online at http://www.lydiajewels.com/bridal.html or email bridal@lydiajewels.com to book in for a bespoke appointment where you can design your jewels with Lydia over a glass of Champagne.

xx

Today, the Sunday Telegraph announced that Lydia Jewels will be launching their new Bridal jewellery at the Sydney Bridal Expo in April (stand 25A)

We will be showing our classics and new pieces for Brides, Bridesmaids, Flowergirls and Mothers of the Bride/Groom.

We are also giving you the opportunity to book an appointment for bespoke jewels, where you can sit down with Lydia over a glass of champagne in our Sydney studio and design your unique piece for your special day.

The Bridal Expo is on Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th April at The Sydney Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour.

SPECIAL OFFERS FOR THE SHOW DAYS ONLY

20% off every piece of jewellery purchased on the day

Free pair of rose stud earrings for every purchase.

Free pair of Swarovski crystal earrings for every customer that spends over $100

* One free gift per customer

Shirley Temple bracelet – pearls & Swarovski crystals

Grace Kelly earrings – pearls & Swarovski crystals

Veronika Lake necklace – Swarovski crystals, diamante balls & glass leaf

Come visit us at STAND 25A (unfortunately the Telegraph said 12A but it is definitely 25A)

Lydia Jewels will be taking part in the catwalk shows, twice a day.

We look forward to seeing you there

xx

You can book online now to go in the draw to win a trip for 2 to Vanuatu

https://secure.tradevent.com.au/bridalexpo2010/