Jewellery

Dior’s exquisite jewellery and watches will add the finishing touch to any new outfit.

By Dior Published 26 April 23

The first sprinkling of frost heralds that winter is on its way. Here, we showcase Dior’s exquisite jewellery and accessories hidden in a winter garden, each drawing inspiration from Nature, especially roses — magical in the icy months and the perfect adornment for the festive season.

By Dior Published 9 November 22

In a world where everything is increasingly durable and worryingly disposable, those making quirky accessories from cast-offs are doing both the planet and our wardrobes a favour, says Claire Jackson.

By Claire Jackson Published 22 September 22

With wedding season fully underway, we look to jeweller Cassandra Goad, whose years of experience make her the perfect adviser when it comes to choosing a special piece of jewellery to buy a bride, mother, bridesmaid or page boy, and best men for a wedding day.

By Cassandra Goad Published 20 June 22

With the RHS Chelsea Flower Show around the corner (May 24-28), and set to be even more glorious than ever, we focus on Chelsea-based jeweller Cassandra Goad’s passion for nature, and her use of floral motifs throughout some of her favourite collections. 

By Cassandra Goad Published 16 May 22

Jewellery is so often inspired by nature and jewellery designer Cassandra Goad has long been fascinated by fruit, seeds, pods and flora. Always influenced by her exotic travels to different cultures, she creates intricate designs which hark back to the shapes of nature through her beautiful jewels.Nature has the patterns and shapes that so often speak to a wearer, a tactile link to the earth and growing things, a sign of birth, life and renewal.

By Cassandra Goad Published 20 September 21

Cassandra Goad takes us on a journey to Morocco in her latest collection

By Cassandra Goad Published 28 April 21

Penny Churchill shares this 'truly magical place', which was originally a cider press and orchard.

By Penny Churchill Published 2 April 21

Buying an engagement ring at auction sounds like a daunting prospect, but Hetty Lintell urges you to dip your toe in the water — you’ll be surprised at the gems you can find.

By Hetty Lintell Published 26 March 21

Using unworn family heirlooms to create new pieces that will be worn over and over — and enjoyed, rather than sitting redundantly in a jewellery box — is a wonderful way to give old things new life. Hetty Lintell takes a look at how jeweller Cassandra Goad does just this for her clients.

By Cassandra Goad Published 24 February 21

Buying an engagement ring can be the most exciting yet terrifying of purchases. Cassandra Goad can take away all the worry.

By Cassandra Goad Published 26 January 21

Not all the best purveyors of luxury hold January sales — but some do, and the Country Life team has picked out some of the most beautiful items on offer.

By Country Life Published 7 January 21

Matthew Dennison takes a look at the life and times of Henry Paget, aka the 'Dancing Marquess', whose legendary shopping sprees saw him blow a vast fortune.

By Matthew Dennison Published 18 December 20

Choosing the perfect present needn’t be a chore — in fact, it should be fun. Choosing jewellery from Cassandra Goad is a good place to start, and Country Life's Luxury Editor Hetty Lintell picks out some of her favourites.

By Cassandra Goad Published 23 November 20

It’ll be game, set and match to the lucky owners of these classic pieces of fine jewellery. The heirlooms of the future, they are to be treasured now and for generations to come.

By Country Life Published 18 June 20

PLAX Jewellery is a brand that specialises in luxury pearl jewellery.

By Country Life Published 1 January 20

Spectacular butterfly specimens from across the world are being given a luxurious afterlife as jewellery boxes, humidors and watches. Nick Hammond reports.

By Country Life Published 2 September 19

Treasured by the Victorians in remembrance of their lost loved ones, hair jewellery is beautiful, intricate and intriguing, as Charlotte Cory discovers in a visit to the British Museum.

By Country Life Published 30 August 19

The Stratford-upon-Avon-based jeweller Pragnell has expanded its premises — but they've not had to move to do so. Instead, they've knocked through into the house next door, a home built by a friend of William Shakespeare.

By Pragnell Published 19 June 19