WRITTEN IN THE STARS

Anyone who says fine jewellery can’t be cool and modern has obviously not seen CARAT*’s starspangled, diamond-paved Stella collection, delicate yet attention-grabbing.

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Anyone who says fine jewellery can’t be cool and modern has obviously not seen CARAT*’s starspangled, diamond-paved Stella collection, delicate yet attention-grabbing. Nothing says “attitude” more than dangly statement ear cuffs, an eight-point star pendant, and trio stud earrings.

This 13-year-old English jewellery brand has a lot going for it: a celebrity following from the likes of Lily Allen and Ellie Goulding to the cast of Gossip Girl; assurance of quality – every stone is hand- cut and polished; and an expert team – it takes nine months to train a single CARAT* craftsman.

Pieces feature only precious metals – like sterling silver, 9K to 18K gold, and gold vermeil – and prices start at a super-friendly 50 euros (S$76). WRITTEN IN THE STARS Anyone who says fine jewellery can’t be cool and modern has obviously not seen CARAT*’s starspangled, diamond-paved Stella collection, delicate yet attention-grabbing. Nothing says “attitude” more than dangly statement ear cuffs, an eight-point star pendant, and trio stud earrings.

Available at Ladies’ Accessories Department, Level 1 Takashimaya D.S., tel: 6506-0370.

Get 10 per cent off purchases of $250 and above (regular items only). Plus, receive a $30* nextpurchase voucher when you spend $300 or more.

*Terms and conditions apply.

Sterling silver necklace with diamonds, $130.
Sterling silver necklace with diamonds, $130.

From top: Sterling silver triple-stud earrings with diamonds, $160, sterling silver ring with diamonds, $130, sterling silver ear cuffs with diamonds, $160, and sterling silver earrings with diamonds, $160.