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Winter Styling

Here in the Southern Highlands, Winter can be a bit frosty and most of the time my focus is on just staying warm, that I don’t play around with styling my jewellery as much as I would in other seasons.

So it is time to change that! I am bringing you all along for the ride as we restyle for Winter!

Let’s get into it!

EARRINGS


Maya Fan Earrings.
Wear a feature earring with your favourite coat and your hair flowing!

Our new Moon Earrings and Pendant a perfect feature for a casual knit look.

PENDANTS

I wear so many more solid colours in winter so long necklaces are a great way to add more interest. My go to is the Geometric Pendant in Circle

Layering necklaces are a great way to add interest and fun while having high necks and coats.
Here I have mixed the Abundance Pendant, Small Textured Pendant and Moon Pendant

HAIR PIN

I am obsessed with this Small 2 Piece Hair Pin and use it so many more ways in Winter. It looks great with hair half up (above) as well as a brooch though knits (below).

hair pin as brooch

RINGS

Some of our staple layering pieces and some new additions great to wear under gloves in Winter without getting caught up. From left: Fused Ring, Lace Ring, and stacked: Thin Hammered Ring Band, Abundance Ring, Twisted Ring, Hammered Ring.

BANGLES, BRACELETS & CUFFS

A simple stack of layering Bangles can give you a little feel of movement when wearing lots of layers. Here we have the Pentagon Bangle, Lace Bangle and Spiral Bangle along with the Hexagon Ring and ring stack with Twisted Ring, Fused Ring and Hammered Ring.

Such a gorgeous mix of everything here. I love this with a feature coat or rolled cuff jumper to really add some shine. Here we have from left: Daisy Bangle, Pentagon Bangle, Ziggy Cuff, Spiral Bangle, Focus Bracelet and Lace Bangle.

Thanks for coming along as I share with you new ways I am playing with styling some key jewellery pieces this Winter. I would love to hear how you love to style your jewellery through the winter season, so please let me know via email or Instagram (asilvercircledesign@gmail.com or @asilvercircle)

x Corinne

Inside the Jewellery Box

Hi Everyone! Corinne here writing directly to you in this blog post. As the owner, designer and maker here at A Silver Circle, one of the most frequent questions I get asked is, ‘You must have so much jewellery?!’ and the answer us always, ’no, not really’. As much as I love all of the pieces I make, I do not own all of them. So, today I am going to run you through what my jewellery collection looks like and how I go about selecting my jewellery for the day.

My jewellery collection is stored on a shelf surrounded by beautiful smelling body oil, cute travel ornaments which also double as earring stands and my go to hair accessories. I love having an inspiring little corner to find my favourite additions to any outfit.

My jewellery collection is made up of two types of jewellery pieces: Collection pieces and Samples/One of a Kind pieces. So they are separated into sections. Lets dive in!

COLLECTION PIECES

The below pieces are all from the current ASC collection.

RINGS

These are my constant companion. I rarely change them and don’t take them off so rings are the pieces that need to survive my lifestyle and go with everything i own.

Silver Hexagon Ring – I wear this ring on the ring finger on my right hand. It is the perfect one for this finger as it is a statement piece that is super light and easy to wear for all parts of my life. I once decided to switch it out but it made its return pretty quickly! It hasn’t left since then.

Circle Ring with Domes – This is the second one I have owned in this style. The first one was gifted to my beautiful friend Iris, as she was leaving to move back to her home town of Toronto, Canada. Easy to wear yet a statement piece, i move this one around a few fingers depending on mood.

Amazonite Ring – I have not taken off this ring since I first made it! I am actually still wearing the initial prototype for this piece and I absolutely love love love it! it is great to layer with my Twisted Ring and Hammered Ring, but can also work as a stand-alone piece. The calming energy of the stone is a great reminder to let things go, and an added bonus is that the colour compliments everything in my wardrobe!

PENDANTS

With pendants, i do swap them out, though i will usually have a staple piece for a few days that is shorter and then change it up with or without the addition of long chains.

Nava Deco Pendant – This piece was one that took me a long time to hone in on the design of. I had it floating around in my head and just couldn’t quite figure it out. Finally, it came into being and it has been a staple piece for me ever since. I adore the way it captures the light and has a nice movement to it. It is perfect framed when I wear my longer necklaces!

Islamic Stone Pendant – Simply put, I love this piece! I have a lot of shades of navy, turquoise, and purple in my wardrobe so the Turquoise stone always matches with my outfits. It also helps to soothe my ever-fidgeting hands to have something to play with as I rotate the stone around.

Ladder Pendant – This one is a bit of fun, and I wear it whenever I am feeling a little quirky! I love seeing people’s reactions when they realise what it is. It is so simple in its lines, yet still makes a statement with how much it pops against a solid colour top, such us with navy, teal, and maroon colours.

EARRINGS

Earrings are my go to piece to make an outfit. They can be the feature and these 3 are my go to pieces to make the outfit pop.

Maya Fan Earrings – This is from one of my more recent collections. Since its inception, I have been grabbing these as the ‘go with everything’ piece whenever I want an effortlessly stylish look. They are lightweight yet statement size and are great for day and night, so I don’t need to change when going to dinner from a day in the studio.

Islamic Stone Earrings – This is the only matching set I own. Personally, I have never been big on matching jewellery, but I adore this set with the Islamic Stone Pendant. I alternate between wearing them separately and together. This collection was created from my love to travel and architecture, and I am transported back to those places every time I wear them.

Geometric Earrings – I own the Hexagon shape of these, which match my ring from the same collection. I have had these for so so many years and they are still a go to favourite of mine. I love the sound they make! It is like having light, delicate wind chimes on my ears (not annoyingly so – trust me!). These are always a best seller and I am a big advocate as to why.

HAIR PIN

Small 2 Piece Hair Pin – I originally made the hair pins to tame my waist length locks and I didn’t realise how much I would love them at the time. I have this piece in both the Diamond and Teardrop shapes. This is a rarity for me to have more than one variation of an item. They are perfect for that half up, half down hairstyle when I want to get my hair out of my face.

HONOURABLE MENTIONS: I couldn’t put everything in, but I will mention a couple of other go to’s are the Teardrop Pendant with Figure (Reading Girl figure – she is me!), Blue Lotus Short Earrings, and the Textured Medium Ring (perfect in a ring stack).

SAMPLES AND ONE OF A KIND

Not many people realise what each collection piece goes through before they are put into production. I am always making samples or prototypes of my ideas once they have made it to the final design process. I will then wear each piece to test it for at least 2 weeks constantly to see if there are any practical issues.

Rose Quartz Heart Pendant – After having a particularly hard couple of weeks, I felt called to create a pendant with the Heart Chakra and healing in mind. When I got to the studio, I found this beautiful Rose Quartz (good for healing!) and the creation just flowed. This would usually take me a day or two to create and I finished it in 3 hours! It was truly meant to be.

African Blackwood Chain Earrings – I was gifted some rare pieces of African Blackwood from a friend and I knew I wanted to make something out of them, just like the above piece, it just flowed. These are a more statement piece that I love to wear with lots of colour. The chain movement is a lot of fun too.

Maya Oval Earring Sample – This just didn’t quite work for the collection, but as I do not own the collection version, this is a great go-to piece instead. The size and pattern were changed as the proportion wasn’t quite right for the collection. They are still super cute and go with everything.

Overall, it is so interesting how these pieces can become such a big part of our lives. I use my jewellery to express to the world who I am and what I love. Through colour and form, it is referring to where I have been and where I want to be.

I hope you all have enjoyed a little delve into my jewellery collection. I would love to hear your stories of how your ASC piece has become a part of your life. Share via our socials or via email asilvercircledesign@gmail.com.

xx Corinne

Let the stars decide…

Astrology has been around for a long time and it is so tied into our lives. We have explored the stars in order to understand each other and to embrace the variety of amazing personality types in our family and friends. Through this process we have matched some pieces we love for each of the signs of the zodiac so that you can embrace your star signs energy and tackle life feeling embowered!

Aires
March 21- April 19
Element: Fire
Colours: Red
Ruler: Mars
Compatible Signs: Libra and Leo
Stones: Bloodstone, Howlite
Strenghts: Courageous, determined, confident, enthusiastic, optimistic, honest, passionate.

As the first sign of the zodiac, Aires marks the beginning of an energetic and exciting time. Our Resin Square Studs in Red Gold embody the passionate and courageous energy of your natural element, fire. You excel in leadership positions and approach each task with confidence and determination, so pin back those lovely locks with our Large 2 piece Hair Pin! But all that excitement can get a little exhausting at times so feel centred with our Blue Lotus Long Necklace. Featuring the cool colours of Howlite and Lapis Lazuli and the warm comfort of Red Agate, this piece will help remind you to take a moment for yourself.

Taurus
April 20-May 20
Element: Earth
Colours: Green, Pink
Rulers: Venus
Stones: Green Onyx, Lepidolite
Compatible Signs: Scorpio and Cancer
Strengths: Reliable, patient, practical, devoted, responsible, stable.

Taurus born are exceptionally patient and responsible people. You have a well grounded personality and practical nature is embodied through your earth energy also seen in our Branch Pendant. Its earthly elements and structured design reflect your strong connection to nature and ability to work with your hands. The smooth, warm style of the Gold Plain Ring also embodies your deep dedication to those you love and your unwavering devotion to helping those in need. As a Taurus, your most valuable asset is your reliability and honesty with yourself and others. This is perfectly symbolised by the Maya Oval Earrings with their open and balanced design. Try these unique pieces and express the inner you!

Gemini
May 21- June 20
Element: Air
Colours: Light green and yellow
Ruler: Mercury
Compatible Signs: Sagittarius and Aquarius
Stones: Agate, Clear Quartz, Chrysocolla
Strengths:Gentle, affectionate, curious, adaptable, ability to learn quickly and exchange ideas.

Your gentleness and affection for those around you, makes you one of the sweetest star signs, Gemini. This kind nature is best embodied by the warm colours of the Amazonite Long Drop Necklace. Pair this with our beautiful Silver Roller Ring, its spinning silver tube will keep you centred in times when you feel you’re feeling divided. Wrap up your look with the Domed Long Drop Earrings. Their inward and textured design symbolises your quick wittedness and ability to learn things quickly. These pieces work wonderfully for any occasion and truly express your Gemini beauty!

Cancer
June 21- July 22
Element: Water
Colour: White
Ruler: Moon
Compatible Signs: Capricorn, Taurus
Stones: Pink quartz, Emerald, Sodalite
Strengths: Tenacious, highly imaginative, loyal, emotional, sympathetic, persuasive.

Deeply intuitive and sentimental, Cancer is one of the kindest and most loyal of the signs. Your strong connection to family and friends is captured by the intricate patterned finish of the Textured Rings. As a water sign, you are also deeply imaginative and have a strong creative spirit. The fluid shape of the Organic Studs best captures this remarkable energy. Don’t forget to appreciate your lovely self though! Embrace the open, calming design of the Curved Bar Necklace, emblematic of your ruler, the Moon. Find comfort this year and appreciate how far you have come.

Leo
July 23- August 22
Element: Fire
Colour: Gold, yellow, orange
Ruler: Sun
Compatible Signs: Aquarius and Gemini
Stones: Tiger Eye, Onyx, Citrine
Strengths: Creative, passionate, generous, warm-hearted, cheerful, humorous.

People born under the sign of Leo are natural born leaders. The strong shapes of the Geometric Earrings really suit your dynamic and confident personality. With your ‘king of the jungle’ status, nothing would better suit you than the vibrant colours of the Large Round Resin Studs. That is not to forget your affectionate and warm-hearted nature, for this we recommend the open, calming energy of the A Silver Circle Ring. So, embrace your passions and wear these pieces with pride!

Virgo
August 23- September 22
Element: Earth
Colour: Grey, Beige, Pale-yellow
Ruler: Mercury
Stones: Amazonite, Unakite
Compatible Signs: Pisces and Cancer
Strengths: Loyal, analytical, kind, hardworking, practical

Hard-working and loyal, Virgo-born are a remarkably attentive and empathetic sign. The unique design of the Oval Earrings with Figure expresses your keen attention to detail. Despite your head-on approach to life, your tenderness and loyalty do not go unnoticed! The inward, inclusive shape of the Domed Patterned Pendant expresses your eagerness to meet new people and go out of your comfort zone. So pull your hair back with the stylish Small Two- Piece Hair Pin, and try something new this year.

Libra
September 23- October 22
Element: Air
Colours: Pink, green
Ruler: Venus
Stones: Lapis Lazuli, Ruby Tourmaline
Compatible Signs: Aries and Sagittarius
Strengths: Cooperative, diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded and social.

Just like the soft air drifting through the wind, the peaceful calm Librans are people of fairness and friendship. Our stylish Ladder Pendant symbolises continuous balance and peace, the perfect statement accessory. Freshen up your fingers with the Silver Hexagon Ring, to capture your unique strength and diplomatic nature. Don’t forget our Islamic Studs which incorporate harmony and tranquility though their delicate carvings. Venus is calling you, what are you waiting for?

Scorpio
October 23- November 21
Element: Water
Colours: Scarlet, red, rust
Ruler: Pluto, Mars
Compatible Sign: Taurus and Cancer
Stones: Tourmalinated Quartz , Onyx, Snowflake obsidian
Strengths: Resourceful, brave, passionate, stubborn, a true friend

All Scorpio-born are passionate and assertive individuals. Our new intricate Maya Fan Shaped Earrings will help reflect that ambitious resourcefulness. To facilitate your connection with water, our Navajo Necklace hangs delicately on you neck mimicking the rising sun over water. A perfect fit for those seeking beauty and truth. Further your search for enlightenment, and show the world what you have to give with our Thick Hammered Ring Band! Its simple design is bold and beautiful, just like you.

Sagittarius
November 22- December 21
Element: Fire
Colour: Blue
Ruler: Jupiter
Compatible Sign: Gemini and Aries
Stones: Citrine, Iolite, Red Jasper, Mookite
Strengths: Generous, idealistic, great sense of humour

Curious and energetic, Sagittarius are known to be true explorers, ones that know no boundaries. Our Islamic Pendant combines global culture with elegant chic, the perfect addition for the adventurous Sagittarians. For those looking for an extra pop to their expressionist style, couple our Thin Hammered Ring Band with our Rhodonite Ring. Together these pieces will connect you to your fire element and help you embrace inner strengths you didn’t know you had.

Capricorn
December 22 – Jan 19
Element: Earth
Colour: Brown and black
Ruler: Saturn
Stones: Ruby, Fluorite, Garnet, Blood Stone, Hematite
Compatible Signs: Taurus and Cancer
Strengths: Responsible, disciplined, self-control, good managers

As a true Capricorn, self-discipline and responsibility are your strongest assets. Our Dark Resin Studs, reflect an inner state of independence, through their bold yet simplistic design. We have paired them with our Organics Necklace to help you capture a deeper sense of tranquility and strengthen your connection to Saturn. And through our Gold Roller Ring we promise you timelessness, a ring that will never go out of style! Don’t forget its ok to let go sometimes, so embrace that inner creative beauty within.

Aquarius
January 20- February 18
Element: Air
Colours: light blue and turquoise, silver
Ruler: Uranus, and Saturn
Stones: Moss Agate, Garnet, Goldstone
Compatible Signs: Leo, Sagittarius
Strengths: Progressive, original, independent, humanitarian

The shy Aquarius-born are sometimes the most eccentric and energetic. As deep thinkers and humanists, our Islamic Stone Drop Earrings compliment your reflective nature. Ground yourself with our stunning Amazonite ring, whose stone will help you connect you to your symbol the water bearer. Don’t forget to show your individuality with our Geometric Necklace, it’s a true symbol of uniqueness. Together these delicate and original accessories amplify your truest Aquarian nature.

Pisces
February 19- March 20
Element: Water
Colours: Mauve, lilac, purple, violent, sea green
Ruler: Neptune and Jupiter
Stones: Amethyst, Labradorite, Agate
Compatible Signs: Virgo and Taurus
Strengths: Compassionate, artistic, intuitive, gentle, wise, musical

As the last sign in the constellation, Pisces are known to be very selfless, tolerant and unapologetically friendly. Let your compassionate nature shine through with our Amethyst Stone Drop Necklace. Its fluid design truly captures your water element. Accentuate your creative flare and ingenuity, with our Circle Ring with Domes. A delicate and one- of- a- kind piece. To finish your look, add our Twisted Ring, its dainty band and spiral design will help carry you through the rest of your day.

We would love to know what you liked about our post and the choices for your sign and what your sign is. Share with us on Instagram @asilvercircle.

Put some Spring in your step!

This year has flown by us so fast and Spring is well and truly upon us, so we are inspired by the sunshine and longer days and come up with four gorgeous looks to inspire your own outfits for all your Spring activities. So here we go: 4 looks to spice up your outfits and bring the heat this Spring/Summer.



A Picnic by the Lake

What better way to spend the Spring Season than a picnic on the weekend, with a spacious spread and a beautiful view overlooking the lake. For this look we’ve gone with a bohemian feel, with an emphasis on comfort and effortless elegance.

This outfit features two statement piece necklaces, the Navajo Diamond Pendant and the Islamic Stone Pendant, broken up by the minimalistic Curved Bar Necklace to achieve balance. The Navajo Diamond Pendant immediately draws attention with its bright, textured, silver finish and unique combination of geometric shapes. Whilst the Islamic Stone Pendant, featuring a turquoise stone, provides a vibrant pop of colour to match flowy/ patterned Spring skirts. The Curved Bar Necklace is the finishing touch, acting as a perfect complimentary piece and softening out the statement pieces. Our necklaces are perfect to layer on flowy Spring wear to elevate any simple look. 


We’ve also gone with the Geometric Earrings to tie in the strong lines and symmetrical shapes that the Navajo Diamond Pendant provides. These earrings add a trace of complexity to the look with the skilful way the shapes interact and intertwine together.

In order to leave the spotlight on these beautiful pieces, we’ve kept it simple on the hands. The Plain Rings are incredibly versatile. These were paired with the Silver Hexagon Ring, Textured Medium Ring, Amazonite and Rhodonite Rings. These rings bring together the whole outfit, with the brighter colours you’ll be wearing this Spring.

Walk in the Park

For those days that you just want to go outdoors and enjoy the sun, we’ve put together a look that encapsulates a playful, whimsical aura that doesn’t get in the way of enjoying the outdoors.

For this look, we’ve layered more statement rings with simple Hammered Rings and Twisted Rings that draw the eye by reflecting the Spring sunlight beautifully. For some added interest, we’ve included the Bar Ring Single. It adds depth and shine in its textured designs and appears to floats on the hand. Additionally, we’ve included some playful statement pieces, including the Silver Triangle Ring and the Roller Ring to add both style and entertainment to your outfit.

For the centre piece, we’ve chosen the Oval Pendant with Figure. The Pendant swings gracefully at the end of a fine closed cable chain giving the impression of a figure sitting on a swing. This quaint piece adds extra quirkiness to vibrant outdoor outfits.

The Curve Bar Necklace is back at it again but this time using the shorter length. It’s a staple piece that’s perfect for off the shoulder tops, to sublimely contrast against any skin tone. It draws the eye upwards, towards the Islamic Stone Earrings, another statement piece for this look.

The Islamic Stone Earrings are perfect for Spring as they reflect the light, to highlight the embellished decorative patterns. The semi-precious stones hang beautifully at the base of the piece, allowing movement and flow.

For those especially humid days, we’ve added the Small 2 Piece Hair Pin, available in tear drop or diamond, to keep your flowing locks out of your face. This accessory is a perfect addition to any Spring hairstyle, long or short, as it adds texture and thickness to your hair.

A Day at the Office


It’s hard to concentrate when the weather outside is so lovely while you’re stuck in the office. Instead, you can concentrate on your hands typing furiously away or just being hard at work with this gold or silver accessory set up.


Gold

For this look we’ve made the 9ct Gold Roller Ring the statement piece. This fun accessory is your perfect companion when you need to be hard at work but can’t keep still, as the ring will glide back and forth with the movement of your finger. For added interest we’ve included the 9ct Gold Thin Hammered Ring and the Gold Layering Rings to create a sophisticated style that’s convenient for the office.

We’ve layered two simple reversible necklaces to this Spring office look, the Small Diamond Reversible Pendant and the Large Circle Reversible Pendant. The 18ct Yellow Gold side of these pieces are perfect against light neutral tones of office wear. 

To keep it practical in the office we’ve styled this look with two of our gold studs. The Square Gold Studs and the Small Round Gold Studs keep the warm feel of the look consistent, while the domed shapes capture the natural light from your office window. 


Silver

If you’re more of a lover of silver this Spring we’ve created an office look just for you! 

The look shines with statement rings to create a dainty yet elegant feel but won’t get in the way of your productivity in the office. The Rhodonite Ring adds a warm pink tone to compliment the rosier work wear this Spring.

A Night Out

On nights out we’ve created a look that draws attention to your outfit but is practical and light so you can be ready for any spontaneous activities that you’ll embark on through the night.

The statement piece for this look features the Geometric Pendant. With the two different shapes hanging independently on opposite angles, their gentle movement will really catch the eye. Coupled with the Domed Patterned Earrings Long which incorporates great depth to capture and reflect the night light.

On the hands, we’ve kept it simple: Layering Plain Silver Rings, with Thin Hammered Ring Bands to add a lustrous shine and change up the thickness of the bands. Paired with the Oval Ring with Domes which floats effortlessly in an oval frame to complete the modern yet unique look.

And that completes the final look we have for you guys. Feeling inspired? We hope you are! Tag us #asilvercircle so we can see all the incredible looks you’ll be rocking this Spring. To see any more information or snag some of these pieces yourself, head over to our online shop and make these pieces your own.