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Finding the Perfect Ladies Watch

Finding the right watch is never really an easy task. With so many styles and brands out there, there sometimes can be too much choice! That’s were we come in…

Here we have 5 ladies watches that cover the majority of styles, materials and budgets! Don’t worry if these are exactly what you’re looking for though, here at Peter Jackson we have a huge range of ladies watches covering all styles and all price ranges…

This Michael Kors Kempton Watch is a real eye catcher. If you’re looking for something that’s a bit different, this is the watch for you. The leopard print watch face compliment the gold dial, case and tan strap beautifully.

Another watch from Michael Kors, this rose gold number is a hugely popular design. Rose Gold have seen a huge spike in popularity over the last few years, offering something different to the classic yellow or white golds we are used to. This design includes an intricate design across the face and a diamond embedded case, which all add to it’s instant wow factor!

This simple and elegant watch is bang on trend right now. The pastel grey and rose rose detail compliment each other perfectly, bring together this contemporary, clean design. We’re big fans!

We’re big fans of this rose-tone Accurist watch, chiefly because of its plated stainless steel mesh bracelet. This look is very popular among women’s watches, because of its clean, elegant finish. This watch is also available in a non-plated stainless steel finish, which is equally popular.

So, we don’t just love this because of it’s bargain price tag, promise! This watch oozes a certain art deco elegance that we can’t get enough of. The emerald green leather strap is sure to turn a few eyes green with it’s stand-out style.

Make sure you explore our huge range of luxury women’s watches! We have all the key brands including brands such as Michael Kors, Gucci, and Links of London – and many more!

GEORG JENSEN : Our favourite pieces

Here at Peter Jackson, we have a beautiful range of Georg Jensen pieces that always prove popular with all of our customers.

Georg Jensen has over 100 years experience in the jewellery making business! After establishing himself in Copenhagen, the founder Georg Jensen utilised his skills in crafting his stunning pieces of ladies jewellery. The quality and beauty of the pieces that he produced soon saw the brand and company expand to retail outlets in New York, London and Paris.With an elegant metallic feel, Georg Jensen brings simple class to the jewellery market. His watches feature simple designs favouring a minimalist face over anything too technical.

Here are a few examples of the beautiful pieces in the Georg Jensen ranges…

Georg Jensen sterling silver ring with a blue aquamarine stone.

Georg Jensen 18ct White gold, yellow gold and rose gold and white diamond studs.

Georg Jensen Aria pendant, made with sterling silver and black onyx.

Georg Jensen black leather bracelet with a 18ct white gold and white diamond pendant.

Georg Jensen 18ct Gold necklace set with diamonds.

The Georg Jensen brand is based on the values of integrity authenticity and clean Danish design. As you can see, the pieces in his collections are simple and elegant, without being plain or ‘boring’. The perfectly crafted pieces in Georg Jensen all stick to the brands core values, resonating the Danish way of life.

Gift Guide : Thomas Sabo Charms

Welcome to our latest blog and gift guide. This week we’re focusing on Thomas Sabo Charms. This is because we think they make such perfect gift! If you’re buying a gift for someone that you know owns a charm bracelet, a charm is always a thoughtful gift.

Branded with the tagline “Time for a difference”, Thomas Sabo is a company with a different look on what style we should be wearing around our wrists. Founded in 1984, Thomas Sabo started off in jewellery, and then expanded outwards into the production of watches inspired by their current collections in 2009. Thomas Sabo Charms are elegant, personable and made to a beautiful standard.

Their wide ranges mean that no matter what the style, hobbies or interests, you can find a charm that will suit them perfectly! Here at Peter Jackson, we have a huge range of Thomas Sabo Jewellery and Charms. Below we’ve lists a few of our favourites…

Alphabet Charms…

These Thomas Sabo Charms are the ideal Christmas gift. The charms are made with sterling silver and set with cubic zirconia and look beautiful on any charm bracelet.

Music Note Charm

Buying a gift some someone super musical, or just someone who really loves music? Look no futher! We love this dainty Thomas Sabo Charm, again made in sterling silver ang set with cubic zirconia.

Thomas Sabo Feather Charm

We know you’ll love this Thomas Sabo Sterling silver feather charm just as much as we do. Pretty, delicate and whimsical, we think this is a truly perfect Christmas gift.

Thomas Sabo Horseshoe Charm

Give someone a little bit of luck with this adorable sterling silver horseshoe charm, set with white cubic zirconia. An equally adorable and thoughtful gift!

We’re sure you’ll agree that these are all beautiful and make for ideal Christmas presents! If the person you’re gifting hasn’t already got a charm bracelet, you can also buy them a Thomas Sabo Charm Bracelet from Peter Jackson, to make them feel extra special!

Christmas Shopping Guide : Childrens Gifts

Buying gifts for children is never a simple task. While you want to get them something that they will love, but also that they can cherish and that will last a long time. Jewellery is a great option, particularly for young girls. They will love feeling that little bit more grown up, and also will be able to cherish the piece for years to come. Here at Peter Jackson, we’ve a number of lovely gifts for children. Here are a few ideas to give you a bit of inspiration…

Links of London Sweetie Sterling Silver Thumbprint Childs Bracelet with Heart Charm

An iconic Links of London bracelet, only slightly smaller! The internal circumference is 130mm, perfect for a little wrist! Featuring the ever popular sterling silver thumbprint heart charm, this is an ideal keepsake to mark a birth, christening, birthday or first Christmas!

D for diamond Daisy Locket

This cute pendant makes a beautiful Christmas gift! In sterling silver, it features a diamond set locket with a yellow enamel at the centre of the daisy design. The locket opens with space to store pictures or keepsakes inside. D for diamond Mouse Bangle

We love this adorable children’s bangle. Made with sterling silver, the bangle features a genuine diamond on the front with an engraved mouse as well as the words ‘hickory dickory dock’ written on the back. A stunning Christmas gift!

Thomas Sabo Teddy Bear Studs

How cute are these little teddy bear studs?! We really love this diddy Thomas Sabo earrings that are made with a blackened sterling silver, and we’re sure the little person that receives them will as well!

Our favourite Clogau pieces

With every piece of jewellery starting it’s journey in the St. David’s Gold Mine in BontdduIn, Clogau has become a nationally-renowned brand. Sold only in the world’s finest stores, each piece of Clogau jewellery is beautifully handcrafted, allowing the skill and dedication of their craftsman to come through in every intricate detail.

The winners of numerous prestigious jewellery awards, Clogau is famous for supplying the gold used in a number of the Wedding rings worn by the Royal Family – making Welsh gold some of the most sought-after gold in the world!

We are currently running the above offer in store – giving you the chance to receive this stunning Clogau Gold Snowflake pendant when you spend £249 or more in-store on Clogau Jewellery. An offer we’re sure you’ll agree is not to be missed!

So we thought we would use this opportunity to show you some of our personal favourite Clogau pieces. Although it’s difficult to decide which we love the most because they’re all so beautiful…

Clogau 18ct gold Debutante Bangle

With distinctive and beautiful rose gold detailing, this bangle is unmistakably Royal Clogau®. The exquisite Debutante bangle features two stunning 15pt diamonds surrounded by an intricate filigree design.The decadence of 3.24ct of diamonds enhances the special look of the Debutante bangle, and this stylish design has been expertly handcrafted using some of the finest 18ct Welsh gold.

Clogau Gold Royal Crown Diamond Ring

The exquisite 1911 coronation crown of Queen Mary, set with over 2,000 diamonds, contained three unique diamonds that could be removed and worn separately as magnificent pieces of jewellery. This lavish collection is inspired by one of the most unquestionably grand crowns in Royal British history. This sublime white and rose gold ring contains rare Welsh gold and is set with perfect diamonds.

Clogau Gold Tree of Life Sapphire Glass Inner Charm Pendant

The iconic Tree of Life® collection symbolises the relationship of all life on Earth. The Tree of Life® sapphire glass inner charm pendant expresses the infinite power and beautiful continuity of nature. A pretty combination of berries, leaves and vines represent new life forms that intertwine and evolve from the old, creating ever more beautiful designs with an elegant and organic style.

CHRISTMAS SHOPPING GUIDE : MENS GIFTS FOR UNDER £50

In our last blog, we showed you a few of the finest pieces of ladies jewellery that you can purchase for under £50 here at Peter Jackson. So, it only felt fitting that we do the same for the boys and let you know what bargain male gifts you can get on a budget as well!

Christmas is well and truly coming, with the Christmas Adverts being released this week and the Christmas markets popping up in city centers around the country, it’s time you start ticking off that shopping list! To make life easier we’ve compiled this handy list containing a few gift ideas for the lucky men in your lives…

9ct Gold St Christopher Pendant

We love this chain as a gift for someone you know may be going travelling in the new year. Chains can also be purchased with the pendant, contact us for details.

Silver Plated Collar Stiffeners

Add class to your collared shirt with a set of silver-plated Clogau collar stays. Specially designed to maintain the look and feel of your shirt collars, these collar stays have a reassuring feel of quality, style and function.

9ct Gold Diamond Cut Twist Curb Chain

Twist curb chain made with 9ct gold. The length of the chain is 46cm and the width is 0.9mm.

Swarovski® crystal anti-dust headphone stopper

This silver and blue Swarovski® crystal anti-dust headphone stopper provides the most stylish way to protect your audio jack. It’ universal size will fit all audio jacks.

Accurist London Men’s Brown Leather Strap Watch

Men’s 41mm gold plated case featuring a cream dial with date window. The watch is presented on a beautiful brown leather strap.

Thomas Sabo Blackened Silver Karma Bracelet

So add £55, this isn’t technically in the under £50 bracket, but it’s a bargain! The blackened sterling silver bracelet has a fold over clasp, and you can add a selection of Karma Beads to create your own unique bracelet!

INTEREST-FREE FINANCE

If you are purchasing a more expensive gift, we do also offer you the opportunity to spread the cost with our interest-free finance available online and in store. Our simple finance options allow you to spread the cost of your purchase over 6 to 24 months. Just select the finance option on the checkout page or let the sales consultant know if you’re buying in our showrooms!

Christmas Shopping Guide : Ladies gifts for under £50

Seeing as Halloween and Bonfire night have been and gone, and the Christmas lights are starting the switch on in towns and cities across the UK, it’s probably time we admit that Christmas is coming! Before we know it, it will be time to get the tree down from the loft and to stuff ourselves silly with mince pies and Christmas cake. This means we should probably start thinking about ticking of our Christmas shopping lists! If you’ve got a particularly long list of people to buy for, you may need to stick to tight budgets.

Here at Peter Jackson, we understand that sometimes it can be difficult to find affordable gifts that are unique and special, so here we have a list of our finest ladies jewellery that you can purchase for under £50!

Thomas Sabo Silk Ivory Necklace – £6.95

This Thomas Sabo Silk necklace is from their Glam & Soul Collection. Made with ivory coloured silk costing only £6.95, this makes for a perfect budget Christmas gift.

PJ Collection 9ct Gold 3mm CZ Studs – £14.00

These pretty and delicate earrings are made with 9ct gold and claw set with 3mm white cubic zirconia. They are a timeless pair, and make for a beautiful but on budget gift.

Thomas Sabo Charm Club Bracelet – £23.95

We love this pretty bracelet from the Thomas Sabo Charm Club Collection. Made with cultivated freshwater pearls and fine rose quartz beads, up to 3 charms can be attached to this pretty bracelet which comes fixed with a branded sterling silver charm carrier.

PJ Collection Sterling Silver St Christopher Pendant – £37.00

A particularly thoughtful gift if you know someone who is going travelling in the coming year, this St Christopher Pendant is elegant and symbolic. Made with sterling silver, the pendant comes with an 18″ sterling silver chain.

Hot Diamonds Emozioni Rose Heart Bangle – £49.00

This elegant bangle is sure to be a winner this Christmas. Made with stainless steel featuring silver and rose gold plated beads, hearts and charms, we love this delicate piece.

INTEREST-FREE FINANCE

Autumnal Inspiration from Peter Jackson

What’s not to love about Autumn? All of the beautiful colours, fresh air and comfort food – as well as the anticipation that starts building for the festive season – it’s many people’s favourite season and it’s easy to see why!

In celebration of the wonderful Autumn months, we’ve picked out some of our favourite autumnal themed pieces available from us here at Peter Jackson…

Thomas Sabo Leaf Ear Cuff

The ideal way to nail a very on-trend look and embrace Autumn – this ear cuff is a must have right now. Made with sterling silver and set with white cubic zirconia, this 2.4cm alternative to standard earrings is a real stand out piece.

Royal Clogau Oak Leaf Ring

We can’t get enough of Clogau Gold, and this ring is no exception. The mighty oak is often associated with royalty and symbolises strength and endurance – this beautiful silver and rose gold Royal Clogau® Oak leaf ring represents the tree’s significance in British history. It’s a really a beautiful piece, and the perfect hand bling for this time of year.

Thomas Sabo Leaf Charm

What could be more Autumnal that a pretty and elegant 1.8cm falling leaf charm. Made with sterling silver and white zirconia pavé, this charm is a real bonfire night essential. It also makes a beautiful symbolic gift if you know someone who has a birthday that falls in the fall.

We hope these stunning pieces have given you some Autumnal Inspiration! Please browse out expansive ranges for more ideas from the likes of Theo Fennel and Thomas Sabo, and remember you can always call our help team if you need any help or assistance.

Essential Items every Woman needs in her Jewellery Collection

There are a few special items that every woman deserves to have in her jewellery collection. While some ladies out there are jewellery obsessed – and we can’t blame them – some women just aren’t that taken by jewellery. This is totally fine, but we feel that are some occasions when the right jewellery really is an essential part of an outfit and that jewellery really important aspect of a woman’s wardrobe! Even if you only own 1 or 2 special pieces, you should have some sparkle in your life!

We’ve selected a few items from our beautiful, extensive ranges to inspire you to extend your jewellery collection. You really only need a few essential items you can always fall back on!

The Statement Necklace

In our humble opinion, everyone needs a statement necklace. Whether it’s to jazz up a simple blouse at work, or to make that little black dress pop on a Friday night, it’s a must in every woman’s wardrobe.

Example :

This Silk 10 Row Bracelet is a dainty, fun addition to any party outfit! The ultimate in understated sophistication, this Links of London necklace is ideal for adding a dash of glamour in the evening. The diamond-cut cable chain with a silky smooth texture makes this a gorgeous piece that is sure to make a statement!

The Eye-catching Ring

Your hands deserve some glitz! Pop your finger on the fashion pulse with an eye-catching, statement ring. Whether you’re into s sparkling statement ring, or prefer something a little more delicate like pretty stacking sets, now is the time to invest in some wow-worthy pieces hand bling.

Example :

You really need to look no further than Thomas Sabo when it comes to statement rings. The beautiful ranges really do have something for everyone. One of our favourites is this Thomas Sabo Lotos Ring made with sterling silver and set with white zirconia pavé – simple and elegant, just what you deserve!

Simple Earrings

A simple pair of studs really can work wonders. not only to they work with literally any outfit or look, they can soften your features and make you look dressed up even on your laziest of days! Studs are great because you never have to worry about taking them out or putting them in, because they can be worn with everything! They are definitely a jewellery essential.

Example :

These Georg Jensen Aria Cube Studs have to be THE most versatile pair of earrings ever. Made in simple sterling silver stud earrings, these 6mm x 6mm cubes can be worn everything and with everything. You are guaranteed to get your moneys worth – if we were you, we’d never take them out!

Cufflinks – The perfect Gift for any Occasion

Cufflinks are the ultimate sign of style and class. They make any man look smart and sophisticated. If you thought that they were only suitable to be worn to an interview or a wedding, you are very much mistaken. The modern man is wearing cufflinks more and more, so much so they are becoming a standard part of most gentlemen’s jewellery collections.

Cufflinks instantly make a good impression and make someone feel special. So naturally, they make a fantastic gift. Luckily, here at Peter Jackson we have a pair of cufflinks to suit every man. Here are a few of our favourites…

Silver Plain Oval Cufflinks

We love the simplicity and class of these cufflinks. Made with sterling silver and with a delicate finish, you simply can’t go wrong.

Black & Silver Skull Cufflinks

Is the person you’re buying for a bit of a rocker? These ultra edgy cufflinks are made with sterling silver, black enamel and set with black cubic zirconia and, let’s be honest, look the part.

Gucci Trademark CufflinksSimple and classy, with a touch of glamour, we think these sterling silver cufflinks are suited to any man. Complete with Gucci packaging, they make a special gift for any special occasion.

Whether it’s a birthday, graduation, wedding or bar mitzvah, a new pair of cufflinks are a wonderful gift. Even if the recipient wouldn’t wear them daily, they make for a wonderful keepsake and token of affection. We have a wonderful and vast range of cufflinks here at Peter Jackson the Jeweller. We pride ourselves on our first rate customer care, so if you have any queries or questions about any of our products, please give out helpful staff a call.