Television presenter, model and former Dancing with the Stars contestant Glenda Gilson has launched her autumn/winter 2021 collection for her jewellery brand, G by Glenda Gilson.
The new range features a mix of simple everyday necklaces, bracelets and earrings as well as some statement star sign pieces - all sterling silver and coated in a thick layer of 18k gold, and hallmarked in Dublin Castle for authentification.
We caught up with the Dublin woman to find out more about the collection and the presenter's post-lockdown style.
Congrats your new collection! What are the stand out trends for this season?
Thank you, I'm really happy with this collection. I think it’s very grown up. What I’ve always loved about jewellery is that it fits everyone, and is an easy way to dress up any look even if you’re wearing leggings.
Trends for autumn 2021:
- Mismatch your earrings or wear one solo.
- Edgy mixed with delicate.
- Double layer/triple layer your chains
Stars and star signs are very popular in jewellery right now, what's your interest in them?
My last collection for GByGlenda was all about gold coin star signs. I’ve always been intrigued when it comes to star signs/horoscopes. Each piece in the collection is sterling silver with a thick layer of 18ct gold plating on a 22 inch gold chain.
The paper link chain looks to be popular this season, did Normal People serve as inspiration?
I just love the paper chain necklace. It was so popular during lockdown that we decided to introduce it into this collection. You can now get it in two different styles of bracelets as well as a double layered chain and a triple layered chain. There's hints of the paper link throughout.
During lockdown some of us have lost track of trends (we've been living in leggings!), how are you getting back into your fashion groove?
I’ll put my hand up to that. I lived in my leggings throughout lockdown and found myself investing in a few more pairs a few months in. I had just had a baby so legging are always a comfortable option (I’m wearing them right now actually!)
Whenever I do get out these days I find I doll myself up to the nines. I missed not having anywhere to go and as a result not making an effort on a daily basis. When you look good, you feel good. It’s great to get up and dress up!
Do you have any rules for accessorising?
A guy I know once told me the more hungover you are, the more layers/accessories you need to add to your look’. Unfortunately, I don’t really get to experience that luxury anymore but I can relate when I’m seriously over tired. I always make sure my hair or my outfit do the talking so I don’t have to!
Are there any pieces from the collection that you're looking forward to wearing for party season?
The great thing about this collection is that you can wear a few pieces together as everything is gold. I’d have to pick the triple row necklace. This one piece will give you that’s instant stylish layered look.
The different chain styles (skinny, shiny snake & paper link) will add texture to your neckline and most importantly because it’s just one chain, you can dance the night away and have no fear of your layered look necklaces intertwining. Winner!!
