Prada jewellery goes vintage, Armani gets royal

Clear cut Vintage anything trumps every trend. Fact. And Prada, not being one to miss a trick, has released a spring-summer jewellery line that harks back to the 19th century, when refinement reigned supreme and ostentation was currency. Crystals are the focus of the collection, which features heavy earrings with teardrop jewels alongside slender bracelets with square-cut stones. We adore the emerald green crystal earrings (above right; HK$4,150), the clear chandelier pair (above left; HK$4,500) and the ruby-coloured bracelet (above, centre; HK$11,800). Prada is in IFC Mall, Central, tel: 2234 7211.

True blue Emporio Armani's summer line has gone big on blue, with royals and navies appearing on maxi stripes, puffball skirts and resin bustiers. The brand has daubed its accessories in the regal hue, too (albeit aimed at the more casually attired monarch), such as the simple shopper (above right; HK$5,700) for daytime and the geometric evening clutch (above left; HK$3,200). Emporio Armani is in Lee Gardens Two, Causeway Bay, tel: 2808 0781.