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Gold is striding into the jewellery spotlight, as its sculptural purity and sensual allure propel it from supporting role to centre stage, says Vivienne Becker. Styling by Thea Lewis-Yates. Photography by Andy Barter

The gold bracelet watch is back in fashion, marrying the femininity of jewellery with the assertiveness of precious metal, says Vivienne Becker

The dress watch has reached a new apogée. Prepare to be dazzled, says Vivienne Becker

In rose gold on alligator strap, £11,700

A perfectly considered brooch on a lapel or tie creates an elegant opportunity for self-expression. Vivienne Becker reports

The born-again, racy-retro cocktail ring is an audacious festival of intense colour, immense proportions and unbridled creativity – prepare to be dazzled, says Vivienne Becker. Photography by David Newton

Organic jewels celebrating the primal beauty of cacti, corn and creepy-crawlies present nature in a dynamic new light. Vivienne Becker reports. Photography by Andy Barter. Styling and set design by Thea Lewis-Yates

The taste for elaborate women’s watches gives way to an era of refined simplicity, with revived classics and pared-back new designs sharing the laurels, says Lucia van der Post

Moving designs with a sense of magic are bringing beguiling new stories to women's jewellery, says Avril Groom. Photograph by Omer Knaz

The reappreciation of golden age make‑up glamour is to be applauded, says Ruth Caven

In gold with diamonds and mother-of-pearl on alligator strap, £12,870. Also in steel

Luscious ultra-long earrings are brushing shoulders with all the right people once again, says Vivienne Becker. Photography by Chris Turner. Set design by Kara Sims

Autumn’s rich jewellery harvest is wheat-inspired

A vibrant new generation of jewellery designers is forging a spirit of relaxed opulence. Vivienne Becker reports

In rose gold and steel on alligator strap, £4,650

The jewellery watch is the apogee of all the attention lavished by watchmakers on the fast‑growing women’s market. Little wonder it is topping Christmas wish lists, says Vivienne Becker

Precious beads are bringing a new dimension, fluidity and informality to high jewellery. Vivienne Becker reports. Photography by Jobe Lawrenson

In gold, diamonds and mother-of-pearl on satin strap, £19,440. Also in other materials