London - May 09, 2006

Niced Gems

Rach.L Jewellery

They say diamonds are a girl’s best friend.

But don’t underestimate the beauty of a nice coloured gem or two.

Talented Rachel Green trained as an architect before turning her hand to jewellery design. Now she’s drummed up some stylish and beautifully structured alternatives to the big D, with Rach.L, her range of handmade, semi-precious baubles.

Stones like rose quartz, garnet and black onyx are mixed with freshwater pearls and Swarovski crystals to make shoulder-swiping bunch-of-grapes earrings (which come with a charming corset-clad stand) and eye-catching pendants that dangle seductively above the cleavage.

For those who seek a one-of-a-kind piece, Green offers custom services; discuss with her what you want, and she’ll make it up for you in any colour or manner you desire.

What a gem.

Available at Intimates, 11 St. Johns Wood High Street, NW8 (020 7722 7058); online at rach-l.co.uk.