Harlequin Market

Mama mia, these are gorgeous. Who’s interested in buying new jewels when there’s so much divine bling to be had second-hand for a fraction of the price?

You’ll have to beat me to the tassel necklace below from Harlequin Market.

Harlequin Market

Wearing reclaimed pieces from head to toe can be a bit much at times.  No-one wants to feel like Second Hand Rose, after all. But many so-called luxury items aren’t what they used to be; and by that I mean well-made or rare. It leaves me wondering why I aspire to buying them on the few occasions we treat ourselves.

That’s why I got such a thrill visiting Harlequin Market yesterday – they have an excellent collection of high quality vintage jewellery you won’t see everywhere. The Chanel chains & belts are a particular highlight, but they also have exquisite pieces from fêted design stars Kenneth J Lane and Laurence Vrba, amongst others. And Sasha the sales assistant gave the very best kind of service; her knowledge and enthusiasm for the jewellery was infectious.

When I next have the spare change, I’m spending it here.