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Step into Spring with these Spring Jewellery Favourites

Spring has finally sprung! This weekend we will see the clocks “spring forward”, and while we may lose an hours sleep, we think it’s more than worth it for the extra hour of sun in the evenings! To celebrate, we’ve put together some beautiful spring-esque pieces that will get you ready to enjoy the sunshine a little more…

Flowers are obviously a spring thing. The Daffodils are in bloom and the sun is shining – so you should embrace this season in your fashion choices as well! Thomas Sabo is a great choice, because they have such a wide range of floral inspired items. Whether you’re into the ultra girlie looks from the Lotus ranges, or the slightly darker looks in their black charms, they really do offer something for everyone. If you prefer something a little more understated, you could go for the Thomas Sabo rose gold flower stud, which are suitable for all occasions.

We also love the pretty Rose Gold and Peridot styles from Hot Diamonds as displayed above. They are very Spring/Summer – and also make a wonderful gift if you know someone with a spring birthday!

In the mix of Spring inspired looks is also Michael Kors. We love this delicate rose gold watch with pink strap – which looks very elegant without being too girlie! Rose pink and green are definitely the colours of the season – so you should embrace them. These two rings offer you an example of how you can look fab this spring no matter what your personal style.

Here at Peter Jackson, we have a huge range of beautiful pieces to bring your jewellery looks into Spring. If you want any advice or some more suggestions, please do give our helpful team a call!

Some Gift Inspiration for this Mothers Day

Mothers Day is fast approaching – and we couldn’t be more excited! Peter Jackson is the perfect place to find a Mother’s Day present, whether you want to treat her to beautiful jewellery, a luxury watch or even something a little different.

JEWELLERY

Here at Peter Jackson we pride ourselves on our fabulous range of jewellery, whether you are looking for a bracelet, earrings, a necklace, or perhaps even something from our exquisite collection of diamond jewellery – we guarantee that you will find something to perfectly suit your Mum.

We have of jewellery from the leading brands, so why not spoil her to Michael Kors, Gucci, or Thomas Sabo jewellery, that she is sure to love.

Here are a few favourites…

WATCHES

We are a leading watch retailer, so if you are looking for something other than jewellery, why not look for the perfect Mother’s day gift in our selection of watches. We have the latest styles and ranges from the world’s most iconic watch brands, including Perrelet, TAG Heuer and Accurist. With such a wide variety ofdesigner ladies watches you are bound to find a timepiece that your mum will love! Here are a few favourites…

Here are a few favourites…

GIFTS

Sometimes flowers and chocolates are not enough and if you have a smaller budget, we have plenty of choice for you too. From stylish pens and key rings to jewellery boxes, get her something from the heart and let her know how much you love her!

Here are a few favourites…

Whatever you get your mum we’re sure that she’ll love it. Make sure you make the day all about her!

New in from Thomas Sabo

Since they launched in 1984, the name Thomas Sabo has stood for versatile, innovative and trendsetting jewellery – so whenever we have anything new in from them, you know it’s going to be bang on trend.

The unmistakable look of Sabo gives the brand its face, their diverse designs including pendants, earrings, chains, rings, beads and bracelets are harmonised and can be combined beautifully with one another. This gives you the opportunity to create unique personal looks that are perfectly harmonised.

Here are a few of our favourite new pieces from Thomas Sabo…

Silver and Mother of Pearl Heart Edge Disc Pendant

Symbol of Love and Affection: Silver disc framed by filigree cut out hearts featuring a mother of pearl cabochon cut stone in the middle of the pendant. There is an engravable surface on the reverse which offers the possibility of personalising this beautiful pendant.

Love Bridge Turquoise and Silver Bar Bracelet

We love this Love Bridge turquoise bead and sterling silver chain and bar bracelet. The perfect balance between elegance and class, with that added edge, we even offer a complimentary engraving service so that you can really add your own stamp.

Lotus Flower Earrings

These earrings are instantly recognisable as Sabo. The stylised whale fin symbolically represents strength, protection, healing powers and emotional development. The wave-shaped elements in this Maori-inspired bracelet embody the magical attraction of man to the ocean.

Glam And Soul Pendant

From the Thomas Sabo Glam And Soul Collection, this ocean spirit pendant in unique and stand out – without being too much. With matching chain and mosaic pattern celebrates the radiant-blue colours of the ocean with its imitation turquoise disk. Sparkling, faceted diamonds and the reconstructed haematite at the centre create magical light reflexes – beautiful!

Early Gift Shopping for your Mum!

Mother’s day is the perfect time to show how grateful you are for all of the things your mum has done for you. Every mum deserves to be spoilt rotten and what better way to say I love you than with the perfect gift? If you want to go one above flowers and chocolates this year, then we have some extra special pieces for you to consider. There is something for every budget, so don’t worry, buying her jewellery doesn’t mean you have to break the bank!

Hot Diamonds Trio Pendant

HOT DIAMONDS TRIO PENDANT

£99.00

This beautiful Hot Diamonds necklace is made from sterling silver, with a pendant that is set with three diamonds. This stunning ladies jewellery piece is ideal for any special occasion.

LINKS OF LONDON ESSENTIALS SILVER BEADED CHAIN 3 ROW BRACELET

£70.00

This sterling silver Links of London bracelet, featuring 3 rows of beaded chain is such an elegant piece. It’s eye catching beaded detail gives it an extra something compared to some simpler bracelets, but is still chic and stylish – perfect for any mother.

THOMAS SABO ROSE ORNAMENT RING

£135.00

This Thomas Sabo ornament ring is made with 18ct rose gold plated sterling silver. It’s intricate detail and large size make it the perfect statement ring for special occasions. It is also available in sterling silver.

9CT WHITE GOLD 6MM KNOT EARRINGS

£35.00

These delicate knot earrings are made from 9ct white gold, and are part of the PJ Collection. Their small size and subtlety mean they’re perfect for everyday wear. These earrings also come in 9ct gold.

THOMAS SABO MUM CHARM

£45.00

If your mother already has a charm bracelet, then a new charm could be the perfect addition. This beautiful “Mum” charm by Thomas Sabo is made with sterling silver and features an 18 carat yellow gold plated crown.

Why we love Rose Gold…

The fashion and jewellery industry has had a long history with rose gold, a colour that strikes a harmonic balance between luxury and high fashion. It’s not as ‘gaudy’ as gold and opens up gold to a youthful audience. While it does come in and out of style, right now it’s very much back in – and looks like it’s here to stay. So while rose gold enjoys its inaugural moment, we have selected a few of our favourite rose gold pieces for your perusal…

Thomas Sabo Glam And Soul Collection Watch

This classic Ladies Thomas Sabo watch with a 33mm rose gold-coloured stainless steel case and white zirconia stone, featuring a red sunray dial and a rose gold-coloured mesh bracelet with a rose gold-coloured stainless steel push buckle. It’s a real stand out timepiece.

Thames 18kt Rose Gold Vermeil Necklace

With intricate wave-inspired openwork detailing the Thames 18kt Rose Gold Vermeil Long Station Necklace is an ode to modern London style. Polished rose gold vermeil discs of varying sizes sit elegantly along an 85cm diamond cut chain. This stunning necklace can be worn to give your casual looks an elegant finish or doubled up for a statement look.

Michael Kors Rose Tone Logo Earrings

These Rose Gold-tone studs are set with a grey mother of pearl centre stone and the Michael Kors writing around the edges. We love them for their individuality and effortlessness.

Thomas Sabo Rose Gold Plated Love Bridge Bracelet

This beautiful rose gold plated love bridge bracelet has a heart symbol and an infinity symbol, creating a romantic look. It also comes with a complimentary free engraving.

Why Do We Celebrate Valentines Day?

It’s February the 14th! The most romantic day of the year. Every February 14th, people across the world exchange chocolates, roses and meaningful gifts with their loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. It is considered to the best day to express your love and care for your special one or even express your feelings to the one you love. But do they really know the history behind this day? It is considered to the best day to express your love for your significant other – or to your family and friends! While many of us lap up Valentines Day, a number of us don’t actually know why…

We’ve trawled through the history books to try and discover the real reasons – and what we found casts a very different light on the holiday.

According to the Catholic Encyclopedia, there were at least three early Christian saints by the name ‘Valentine’, so the St Valentine that inspired the holiday may have been more than one man.

The saint officially recognised by the Roman Catholic Church was a real person who died around AD 270, but an account from 1400s describes Valentine as a priest who was beheaded by Emperor Claudius II for helping Christian couples wed. The emperor had banned marriage as he thought single men made better soldiers. Valentine felt this was unfair so he celebrated marriages in secret. When the emperor found out he was thrown in jail and sentenced to death.

Valentine’s Day is an old tradition thought to have originated from a Roman Festival known as ‘Lupercalia’. It was held on February 15 as a fertility festival dedicated to Faunus, the Roman God of agriculture. During the celebration boys would draw names of girls and the pair would be partners during the festival – a match that often led to marriage.

The festival survived the initial rise of Christianity but was outlawed at the end of the 5th century when Pope Gelasius declared February 14 St Valentine’s Day.

But when did it become a tradition to celebrate love on this day? Well, St Valentine did help marry couples in secret, which is arguably very romantic and a celebration of love in itself. He is the patron saint of beekeepers and epilepsy among other things… like the plague, fainting and travelling (not so romantic). That doesn’t stop people calling on his help for those romantically involved. He’s now also the patron saint of engaged couples and happy marriages.

However, it’s thought that Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales writer, may have actually been behind ‘creating’ the tradition of celebrating Valentine’s Day. The medieval English poet apparently took quite a few liberties with history, dropping his poetic characters into real-life historical events leaving readers wondering if that’s what really happened.

There is no official actual record of Valentine’s Day before Chaucer’s poem in 1375 in which he linked the tradition of courtly love to the St Valentine’s feast day. The poem refers to February 14 as the day of ‘birds coming together to find a mate’…

“For this was sent on Seynt Valentyne’s day / Whan every foul cometh ther to choose his mate,” he wrote.

The tradition didn’t seem to exist until after his poem. So he may have actually “invented” Valentine’s Day as we now know it. Happy Valentines Day everyone!

A VALENTINE’S GIFT GUIDE FOR HIM

Valentine’s Day is a day to spoil your significant other by showering them with gifts. Be it jewellery, flowers or just good old-fashioned romance – it’s a time to make them feel super special and loved.

Jewellery should be something that is thoroughly thought through with an edge of romance. Don’t leave your shopping to the last minute and consider your Valentine’s Day issues solved with our selection of men’s jewellery.

Thomas Sabo Wide Rose Love Cuff Bangle

Thomas Sabo bangle made with 18ct rose gold plated sterling silver – get it engraved for an extra special touch!

Thomas Sabo Ethno White Love Bridge Bracelet

Another from Sabo, but in a totally different style. This bracelet is made with sterling silver, white agate, simulated turquoise and obsidian.

Cufflinks made with sterling silver

The classic gift, every man needs a good pair of cufflinks. This sterling silver pair are simple, but elegant and classy.

Thomas Sabo Black Onyx Necklace

This simple mens necklace is made with black onyx beads. Again from Thomas Sabo, it makes for an ideal Valentines gift.

What womens jewellery trends will feature in 2017

While most fashion trends come and go, you can usually find that some jewellery is simply timeless. With this said, there are trends within the jewellery world as well. Here we have a few looks that are predicted to be popular in the coming year…

Charm Bracelets

Charm bracelets are so popular because they are so personable and individual. You can make them totally your own and personalise them in whichever way you want. This year will see the rise in popularity across ranges like Thomas Sabo Charms, as people start to see how perfect they are as a gift…

Layered Bracelets

Why stick to one bracelet or bangle? This year layering your bracelet and bangles will be a very popular look. Try out a few different metals and styles to really make the look stand out…

Pretty pearls

The precious pearl has been branching out from its traditional, regal image over the past few seasons, featuring in more modern pieces like chockers and cuff bracelets. However, this year will see a return to its roots. The classic pearl necklace will be very popular in 2017, like this beautiful Jersey Pearl Oval Pearl example.

Chunky Necklaces

From pretty pendants to chunky chains, it’s all about making an impact with your neckwear this year. We love styles like this Thomas Sabo gold plated ‘leaf tendril of the fairy twines’ necklace set with dazzling white cubic zirconias.

Floral Rings

Brands like Clogau Gold have boosted this trend. Pretty floral inspired band rings look delicate and pretty and will be very popular in the coming year. We love this elegant example from them.

Why you should buy your man a watch for Valentines Day

It can be difficult to know what to buy your significant other for Valentine’s Day. You want to get him something personal and special, that is also unique and that you haven’t got him before. A holiday like this calls for something that shows how much you really care about him, you listen to him, and you think about him all the time.

So what better was to signify this than with a watch? Let’s face it: A nice watch is not usually something any man can just buy himself. The price is just too high to justify such an extravagant present to himself!

So, this Valentine’s Day, buy him a luxury watch that he can treasure forever. Here are a few watches that will suit both your budget and your man’s style…

While the brand faithfully perpetuates the watchmaking heritage of its legendary founder, it expresses a huge passion for horology in both present and future tenses.

Tag Heuer Connected

If you’re looking to go modern, with a classic edge, try the Tag Heuer Connected. The TAG Heuer Connected Smart Watch, an alliance between the Swiss watchmaking and the Silicon Valley technologies Intel Inside and Android Wear, is a luxury watch that benefits from over 150 years of Swiss expertise, savoir-faire and heritage as cultivated by TAG Heuer.

Perrelet

Perrelet watches are classic. They really are the masters of their trade, bringing innovate, unique and stand out designs that are instantly recognisable. You can read more about their brand in our last blog, here.

U-Boat

If you want something that is stand out, U-Boat watches have a number of distinguished features when compared to other timepieces. Their use of materials is hugely selective and each watch is hand-crafted with advanced and unique practice.

Storm

British brand Storm lead the way with statement designs, so if your man’s a little bit out there, Storm if the brand for you. With a multitude of cutting edge designs across both casual and contemporary styles, storm push boundaries through its unique fashion watches.

Raymond Weil

This watch the brand has a such wide variety of designs, that even the most picky of watch enthusiast will be able find a design that suits them. One of the last independent brands in the Swiss watch industry, Raymond Weil Genève are a family company founded in 1976 and has become one of the biggest name in the industry since.

Hugo Boss

Hugo Boss has maintained a reputation for their cutting-edge style and masculine overtones for years. If you’re looking for contemporary design aesthetics, that boast fine attention to detail and a quality build a go for a Hugo.

5 Ladies Rings to keep in mind this Valentines Day…

Valentines Day is fast approaching and will be with us before we know it. So, in the coming weeks, we’ll be taking a closer look at the kind of gifts we think women all around the UK will be swooning overcome February 14th. This week’s blog will focus in on rings. How, don’t panic, we don’t necessarily mean “the” ring! Whether you are married, engaged, or just dating, a ring is a lovely and thoughtful gift for your valentine. Rings are so versatile – they can come in so many different styles, shapes and price ranges. So, here we have a few of our fabulous ranges to give you a little bit of inspiration!

Georg Jensen Gold Magic Pearl Ring

This alluring pearl ring exudes the relaxed elegance of the independent woman. The sleek, classy design is a signature from Georg Jensen, and is surely to be a winner.

Gucci White Gold Stardust Diamond Ring

Instantly recognisable as Gucci, this white gold stardust Ring is a real favourite. The delicate diamond accents and intricate design will look beautiful of any finger.

Links of London Love Note Silver And White Sapphire

This sterling silver heart-shaped ring is truly unique. The three ring design set with sparkling white sapphires, your valentine will be weak at the knees when you present her with this!

Emporio Armani Ladies Deco Pearl Silver Ring

Another modern and unique design, this ladies’ Emporio Armani sterling silver ring has a real eye-catching design. The crystal set pyramid creates a pleasing balance with the beautiful, glowing pearl.