One of my three fashion loves is jewellery. I’m such a little magpie, I just adore shiny jewels, from rings to watches, bracelets to earrings and necklaces, I could wander through a store looking at every item all day long. And with the brand new Fashion Room at Weir & Sons, this is very easy to do, because it’s full to the brim of beautiful selections from a host of brands. This festive season, the Dublin landmark is lit up and decorated, with a stunning bespoke mistletoe light display on the corner of its Grafton Street flagship store. Founded & established in 1869 by Thomas Weir, the family-run store is known for being that somewhere special to provide men, women & children with luxurious gifts all year round. At Christmas we love to spoil our loved ones, and if you are on the lookout for something extra special this year, then get to Weir & Sons for those sparkling, dazzling and lavish little presents.
COMPETITION: If you do visit the Grafton Street store, ensure you pucker up under the mistletoe light, snap it and share the photo using #MerryKissmas, tag and follow Weir & Sons on Facebook and you’ll enter a competition to WIN two Citizen watches! (Closing date: Christmas Eve, December 24)
Budget Buys (€30-100)
For those of us who can’t, or don’t want to overspend this Christmas, there are plenty of pieces to gift wrap for that someone special. Whether it’s your other half, your parents, friends or even yourself, take a look at the gorgeous jewellery below. From American brand ALEX AND ANI and their recognisable signature bangle bracelets, Swarovski and their sparkles, to Mi Moneda and their statement coin pendants, as well as select pieces from the Daisy London collection as designed in collaboration with Irish gal Laura Whitmore, there is a variety of more budget buys without losing out on the quality. Here are my favourite pieces for under €100.
- Path of Life Bangle, ALEX AND ANI, €36
- Love Bridge Filigree Tree Pendant, Thomas Sabo, €39
- Silver Plated Rectangular Cufflinks, Newbridge, €45
- Palm Green Wrap Bracelet, ALEX AND ANI, €49
- Infinito Rose Plated Coin, Mi Moneda, €50
- Angelic Pierced Earrings, Swarovski, €59
- Verano Champagne Bracelet, Mi Moneda, €65
- Love, Life & Laughter Bracelet, Chupi, €72
- Single Chain Plectrum Bracelet, Daisy London Laura Whitmore, €85
- Rose Tone Drop Earrings, Michael Kors, €85
- 18K Rose Gold Bronze Set of 2 Rings, Bronzallure, €93
- Glam & Soul Ear Jacket Earrings, Thomas Sabo, €98
- Rose Gold Plated Friend Bangle, Swarovski, €99
- Gents G-Shock Watch, Casio, €100
- Path of Life Bangle, ALEX AND ANI, €36 http://weirandsons.ie/alex-and-ani-path-of-life-bangle.html
- Love Bridge Filigree Tree Pendant, Thomas Sabo, €39 http://weirandsons.ie/thomas-sabo-love-bridge-pendant-6119.html
- Silver Plated Rectangular Cufflinks, Newbridge, €45 http://weirandsons.ie/jewellery/cufflinks/cu901-sp-rectangular-cufflinks.html
- Palm Green Wrap Bracelet, ALEX AND ANI, €49 http://weirandsons.ie/alex-and-ani-palm-green-wrap.html
- Infinito Rose Plated Coin, Mi Moneda, €50 http://weirandsons.ie/mi-moneda-infinito-rose-plated-coin.html
- Angelic Pierced Earrings, Swarovski, €59 http://weirandsons.ie/swarovski-angelic-pierced-earrings-6304.html
- Verano Champagne Bracelet, Mi Moneda, €65 http://weirandsons.ie/mi-moneda-verano-champagne-bracelet.html
- Love, Life & Laughter Bracelet, Chupi, €72 http://weirandsons.ie/chupi-love-life-laughter-bracelet.html
- Single Chain Plectrum Bracelet, Daisy London Laura Whitmore, €85 http://weirandsons.ie/the-laura-whitmore-single-chain-plectrum-bracelet.html
- Rose Tone Drop Earrings, Michael Kors, €85 http://weirandsons.ie/michael-kors-rose-tone-drop-earrings.html
- 18K Rose Gold Bronze Set of 2 Rings, Bronzallure, €93 http://weirandsons.ie/jewellery/rings/bronzallure-set-of-2-rings.html
- Glam & Soul Ear Jacket Earrings, Thomas Sabo, €98 http://weirandsons.ie/thomas-sabo-glam-soul-earrings.html
- Rose Gold Plated Friend Bangle, Swarovski, €99 http://weirandsons.ie/swarovski-friend-bangle-6296.html
- Gents G-Shock Watch, Casio, €100 http://weirandsons.ie/brands/watch-brands/casio-g-shock-watch-579
Spendy Spendy (€100-200)
If your budget allows you to spend that little bit more, then the selection of gifts to choose from just got much bigger. Some of the jewellery, watches and menswear are just over the hundred-Euro mark, but then there are also unique pieces that will cost a little more. Look to Daniel Wellington watches, which have become quite the cult product with their simplistic but classy design, or look to my personal favourite brand Thomas Sabo and their variety of luxurious pieces. Irish designer Chupi also stocks at Weir & Sons now, as well as worldwide favourites DKNY and Michael Kors. Here are my favourite pieces between €100-200.
- Trinkets Horseshoe Bracelet, Missoma, €105
- Bisous Mother of Pearl, Missoma, €105
- Crystal Pavé Spiral Earrings, Swarovski, €119
- Stanhope Two Tone NY2401 Watch, DKNY, €130
- Yellow Gold Plated Crown of Love Ring, Chupi, €139
- Belvedere Multi-Crystal Ring, Paul Costelloe, €140
- Sterling Silver Astra Amethyst Bracelet, Missoma, €145
- Rose Gold Classy Warwick Watch, Daniel Wellington, €169
- Sterling Silver Gents Two Tone Woven Cufflinks, Weir & Sons, €170
- Roesia Necklace, Ted Baker, €179
- Rose Gold Plated Logo Charm Bracelet, Michael Kors, €189
- Westminster Black Leather Strap Watch, Henry London, €195
- History of Ireland Celtic Cufflinks, Weir & Sons, €200
- Trinkets Horseshoe Bracelet, Missoma, €105 http://weirandsons.ie/vermeil-blue-chalcedony-horseshoe-charm-bracelet.html
- Bisous Mother of Pearl, Missoma, €105 http://weirandsons.ie/jewellery/rings/vermeil-medium-wht-mop-bisous-ring.html
- Crystal Pavé Spiral Earrings, Swarovski, €119 http://weirandsons.ie/swarovski-spiral-earring.html
- Stanhope Two Tone NY2401 Watch, DKNY, €130 http://weirandsons.ie/dkny-stanhope-ny2401-watch.html
- Yellow Gold Plated Crown of Love Ring, Chupi, €139 http://weirandsons.ie/chupi-crown-of-love-ring-in-gold.html
- Belvedere Multi-Crystal Ring, Paul Costelloe, €140 http://weirandsons.ie/jewellery/rings/sz-m-ring-pc2011.html
- Sterling Silver Astra Amethyst Bracelet, Missoma, €145 http://weirandsons.ie/silver-astra-link-bct-in-amethyst.html
- Rose Gold Classy Warwick Watch, Daniel Wellington, €169 http://weirandsons.ie/daniel-wellington-classy-warwick-watch.html
- Sterling Silver Gents Two Tone Woven Cufflinks, Weir & Sons, €170 http://weirandsons.ie/jewellery/cufflinks/silver-yw-cufflinks.html
- Roesia Necklace, Ted Baker, €179 http://weirandsons.ie/ted-baker-roesia-necklace.html
- Rose Gold Plated Logo Charm Bracelet, Michael Kors, €189 http://weirandsons.ie/michael-kors-logo-charm-bracelet.html
- Westminster Black Leather Strap Watch, Henry London, €195 http://weirandsons.ie/henry-london-westminster-watch-4680.html
- History of Ireland Celtic Cufflinks, Weir & Sons, €200 http://weirandsons.ie/gifts/for-him/cufflinks-s6502.html
The Sky is the Limit (€200+)
Some of us do wish we had a limitless amount of money, and especially so at Christmas. So if you’re lucky enough to have those extra Euro to spend on your loved ones, then check out the gorgeous sparkles CARAT* London offers, designer goods from Gucci, watches by Dyrberg/Kern and Thomas Sabo, and Irish designer Paul Costelloe too. As for presents that are rather expensive but still thoughtful, well Bvlgari and Fifth Season will be hopefully inspire you. This category is also a goodie if any of you lovely gents (and ladies) are planning to propose to your other half this Christmas, engagement rings are a big feature at Weir & Sons. Here are my favourite pieces over €200.
- Princess 9K White Gold Diamond Stud Earrings, CARAT* London, €210
- Sterling Silver Boule Bracelet, Gucci, €230
- Gold Plated Heritage Watch, Dyrberg/Kern, €239
- Rose Gold Plated Glam & Soul Infinity Necklace, Thomas Sabo, €259
- Gents Rebel Spirit Chrono Watch, Thomas Sabo, €298
- Sterling Silver & Green Emerald Fitzwilliam Bracelet, Paul Costelloe, €360
- Grand Cushion Border Set in Fancy Pink Ring, CARAT* London, €365
- Sapphire Pear Drop Earrings, CARAT* London, €405
- Treccia Gold Gilt Silver Open Bangle, Fifth Season by Roberto Coin, €470
- Stainless Steel Save The Children Bracelet, Bvlgari, €530
- Gents G-Timeless Watch, Gucci, €795
- Diamond & Marquise Ruby 18K Rose Gold Chain Bracelet, Weir & Sons, €925
- The Grafton Engagement Ring, Weir & Sons, €1,820
- Diamonds Butterfly Brooch, €1,950
- Princess 9K White Gold Diamond Stud Earrings, CARAT* London, €210 http://weirandsons.ie/9k-w-gold-elegant-princess-syn-stone-earrings.html
- Sterling Silver Boule Bracelet, Gucci, €230 http://weirandsons.ie/gucci-boule-bracelet-4121.html
- Gold Plated Heritage Watch, Dyrberg/Kern, €239 http://weirandsons.ie/catalog/product/view/id/6568/s/dyrberg-kern-heritage-watch/category/231/
- Rose Gold Plated Glam & Soul Infinity Necklace, Thomas Sabo, €259 http://weirandsons.ie/thomas-sabo-glam-soul-necklace-6106.html
- Gents Rebel Spirit Chrono Watch, Thomas Sabo, €298 http://weirandsons.ie/watches/mens/gents-thomas-sabo-rebel-spirit-chrono-watch.html
- Sterling Silver & Green Emerald Fitzwilliam Bracelet, Paul Costelloe, €360 http://weirandsons.ie/jewellery/bracelets/bracelet-pc8037.html
- Grand Cushion Border Set in Fancy Pink Ring, CARAT* London, €365 http://weirandsons.ie/carat-grand-cushion-border-ring.html
- Sapphire Pear Drop Earrings, CARAT* London, €405 http://weirandsons.ie/carat-sapphire-pear-drops.html
- Treccia Gold Gilt Silver Open Bangle, Fifth Season by Roberto Coin, €470 http://weirandsons.ie/jewellery/bracelets/silver-gold-plated-wide-plait-like-open-roberto-coin-bangle.html
- Stainless Steel Save The Children Bracelet, Bvlgari, €530 http://weirandsons.ie/jewellery/bracelets/bulgari-save-the-children-bracelet.html
- Gents G-Timeless Watch, Gucci, €795 http://weirandsons.ie/gucci-g-timeless-watch-4952.html
- Diamond & Marquise Ruby 18K Rose Gold Chain Bracelet, Weir & Sons, €925 http://weirandsons.ie/jewellery/bracelets/3-rd-dia-18-2-mq-ruby-18k-p-bracelet.html
- The Grafton Engagement Ring, Weir & Sons, €1,820 http://weirandsons.ie/engagement-rings/engagement-rings/the-grafton.html
- Diamonds Butterfly Brooch, Weir & Sons, €1,950 http://weirandsons.ie/jewellery/brooches/72-dia-85-18k-w-g-butterfly-brooch.html
The Fashion Room is available in Weir & Sons, 96-99 Grafton Street and in Dundrum Town Centre as well as online on their e-store
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Nirina xx
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