This Autumn/Winter I’ve been fawning over exquisite, luxurious headbands by Deepa Gurnani, Maison Michel and the two Jennifers – Ouellette and Behr.
As all of the above designers, except for Maison Michel, are based in and around Manhattan, it’s pretty obvious that New York is leading the way with intricate head confectionery.
When I first saw Dauphines of New York, I fell in love with the stunning collection of embellished headbands that double up as eye catching necklaces.
Founded by New York writer and former Voguette, Summer Rej, Dauphines of New York has already had a rapturous reception at recent Bergdorf Goodman and Henri Bendel trunk shows and in the US press.
The beautifully-crafted headbands feature an adjustable strap and are made from luxurious materials such as natural Agate, Citrine, Turquoise and Amethyst stones, Swarovski crystals, pearls, metal chains, leather and suede.
One of my favourite designs from the collection is the Rock Goddess Bohemian in Green or Blue Agate…
Dauphines of New York headbands are investment accessories that you’ll want to keep and cherish forever, but they are also an affordable addition to your costume jewellery wardrobe, priced from $70-$225.
Luckily, we won’t have to wait too long to adorn our locks with beautiful stones and crystals, as Dauphines of New York launches at Kabiri, both online and in store in January 2011.
In the meantime, the full collection is available to buy online at www.dauphinesofnewyork.com, which ships internationally.