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Brighton is a tourist city fifty miles south of London on England’s south coast. It’s a popular destination for visitors from the capital and across the world due to it’s relaxed, informal nature, restaurants and nightclub scene.

A visit to Brighton should take in the following places:

The Royal Pavilion
Usually known as the ‘Brighton Pavilion’ or locally as just ‘The Pavilion’, this glorious building stands in the heart of Brighton and is the best historic building to visit in the city.

Originally a farmhouse, it was used as a seaside retreat for the then Prince Regent, who later became King George IV, who suffered poor health and visited Brighton to take advantage of the supposed healing properties of the local sea water.

The building was extended in to the ‘Marine Pavilion’, then in 1823 John Nash finished updating it for King George IV, adding domes and minarets for a distinctly Indian style. Nash also planned the Pavilion gardens, which are now much smaller due to the addition of more roads and buildings over the last two centuries.

It’s a highly impressive building, both outside and in, and well worth a tour, which costs a small fee. If you’re visiting the Pavilion, you may also want to visit Brighton Museum, which is on the edge of the Pavilion gardens. The museum grants free entry and has a variety of local art and historical pieces.

The Palace Pier
The only survivor of three piers built in Brighton, the Palace Pier opened in 1899 to house amusements and allow pleasure craft to take on passengers. It currently holds several amusement arcades, small shops for tourists, restaurants, nightclub and a small fun fair. In 2000 the name of the pier was changed to ‘Brighton Pier’ by it’s owners, which caused some controversy as this is the official name of Brighton’s West Pier, which was mooted for restoration at the time.

A visit to the pier is a must for it’s kitsch attractions, and the view of the seafront available from the promenade.

The Lanes and North Laine
These are the interesting shopping areas of Brighton. While the large chain stores you can find in many English towns are available in the Churchill Square area, the strange, independent stores are almost all in the Lanes (also known as the East Lanes) and North Laine areas.

The Lanes are mainly known for their large number of antique and jewellery shops, although recent years have seen restaurants and fashion stores take over many of the shop fronts. The Lanes is a twisty, complex area where it can take several trips to find all of the streets hidden away around hidden turnings. It’s based in the oldest part of Brighton and should you wish to visit the town hall and tourist information office, they’re in the heart of the Lanes, and easier to find than many of the shops.

The North Laine is an area easily missed by visitors to the city, but starts close to the main railway station and leads through to the Pavilion and main chain shopping district. It is full of small shops run by independent traders backed by a strong community spirit. From a bead specialist through clubbing clothing to a myriad of book shops, if you like making obscure finds then this is the best area for you to shop.

Beach
As Brighton is a coastal city, it’s only right to mention it’s beach. If you’re looking for lots of beautiful sand, you’ll be sadly disappointed as it’s populated mainly by pebbles, unless the tide is particularly low. However, it’s also home to many beach front bars, nightclubs, a relaxed atmosphere, and free wi-fi internet between the Palace Pier and the old West Pier, thanks to a local community group.

The beach has been used for free film showings, and two live music events featuring DJ Fat Boy Slim, who lives nearby in Hove.

There’s a lot more to Brighton than these few places, but if you’re coming for a visit, they’re ones you must see, and are all within a short walk of each other. If you’re coming down from London then you can get a direct train and walk through the North Laine, visit the Pavilion, then continue through to The Lanes on your way to the beach and Palace Pier. If you’re in a hurry, you can see them all within a couple of hours, but be warned, many people come for a visit and find they can’t leave. Brighton’s relaxed, informal nature is very enticing.

Paul Silver lives and works in Brighton. If you’re visiting he can recommend the Cavalaire, a lovely bed and breakfast in Brighton which is a short walk from the Pavilion and Palace Pier.

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A world powerhouse and Europe’s biggest city, London is one of the ultimate city-break destinations. Whether you enjoy its fabulous art, history and architecture, breathtaking sights, world-class cultural events, fine dining and vibrant nightlife or top quality theatre, ballet and opera, this pulsating metropolis fits the bill. While the capital often enjoys the limelight thanks to a number of high profile sporting events such as cricket at the Oval and Lords, tennis at Wimbledon and this year’s Tour de France, there’s even more of a buzz these day as it limbers up to host the 2012 Olympic Games.

There’s a wide range of accommodation from budget youth hostels to some of the most luxuriously expensive hotels on the planet. It’s not cheap but it’s certainly unforgettable.

Getting there/getting around London

London is easily accessible by road. Of the major motorways, you can travel to London from the M1 in the north, the M4 and M40 in the west, the M3 and M23 in the south and the M2 and M20 in the east. If you’re flying, choose from Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Stansted and City airports. By coach, nearly all national services come into Victoria coach station. Once you’re in London, you can choose the bus, train or tube.

You’ll also spy plenty of the capital’s iconic black taxi cabs, but they do tend to be on the expensive side. Driving in London is quite an experience and not for the faint-hearted. If you do drive or hire a car, remember that during the week you’ll have to pay the congestion charge (£8) between the hours of 7am and 6pm.

Sightseeing in London

You’d need a few weeks to tour all of London’s famous landmarks, galleries, museums, parks etc. Probably the best way to get your bearings and take in as many famous landmarks as possible is aboard an open-top bus. There are tourist bus stops all over the city and one ticket enables you to hop on and off as and when you need to. Most routes take in Buckingham Palace, St Paul’s Cathedral, the Tower of London, the Houses of Parliament and Piccadilly Circus. The London Eye is one of the city’s most popular attractions and offers fantastic views.

Top museums include Tate Britain, the Tate Modern, the National Gallery, the Victoria and Albert Museum, the British Museum and the Natural History Museum. There are wonderfully relaxing parks like Hyde Park, Regent’s Park, St James’s Park and Richmond Park or you could explore some of the city’s interesting markets at Camden, Notting Hill or Spitalfields.

London family attractions, day trips and shopping experiences

Family attractions in London

The Natural History Museum is superb for children and there are lots of interactive exhibits. You can experience what an earthquake feels like, get up close and personal with dinosaurs such as the terrifying T-Rex and examine weird and wonderful specimens in the Darwin Centre.

London Zoo and London Aquarium are popular destinations for animal lovers and the Tower of London and the London Dungeons make for an entertaining few hours. See your favourite celebrities (not quite in the flesh) at Madame Tussauds or head to east London to check out the Bethnal Green Museum of Childhood.

Day trips from London

Windsor Castle sits on the River Thames about 20 miles west of London and a tour of the world’s oldest occupied castle is extremely popular. If you fancy heading down to the coast you can catch a train to Brighton from Victoria Station and be sucking in the sea air in around one hour. Hampton Court Palace in the south west of London is probably one of the most spectacular palaces in the world and its famous maze should keep you busy.

Visit in the winter and you can ice-skate with the palace as your backdrop. Theme parks such as Chessington World of Adventures and Thorpe Park lie on the city’s outskirts and Whipsnade Wild Animal Park is around 30 minutes north of the capital.

Shopping in London

A shopping splurge won’t be cheap, but there’s not much you couldn’t buy. You’ll find high street fashion in Oxford and Regent Streets and big department stores like Selfridges, Harvey Nichols and world-famous Harrods in Knightsbridge. Around Covent Garden you’ll find exclusive boutiques and more high street names and the markets are great for variety. Portobello Market’s great for jewellery and Camden draws a very mixed crowd in search of ethnic arts, crafts, jewellery and second-hand clothing.

If you’re feeling peckish then Borough Market is wonderful for all manner of organic, regional and international produce. Just don’t go on an empty stomach or you’ll end up spending a fortune.

London nightlife, restaurants, bars and clubs

Restaurants in London

London’s fast becoming a culinary capital of the world and a place where you can try almost any kind of cuisine including Iranian, Lebanese, Vietnamese, Thai, Chinese, French, Italian, Spanish, Argentinean, Nepalese, Greek, Turkish, American and Mexican. Many traditional English pubs in London serve excellent cuisine and you can’t visit without trying a traditional Sunday roast.

If you really want to splash out, dine at one of the restaurants of the many ‘celebrity’ chefs in the capital like Gordon Ramsay’s Claridge’s restaurant or Jamie Oliver’s Fifteen. There are also more than 30 Michelin starred restaurants including Hakkasan and Yauatcha (Chinese), Nobu and Umu (Japanese) and Aubergine and Chez Bruce (French).

Nightlife in London

Some of the world’s best nightclubs, theatre, dance and music are found in the capital. Plays in the West End can be very expensive but the UK’s best actors (as well as a few stars from the States) love to tread the boards. The Royal Opera House in Covent Garden has ballet and opera and there are live music venues all over the city where you can watch the planet’s best-known groups.

London’s nightclubs attract top DJs from all around the globe and hotspots include Fabric, China White (full of celebs) and Funky Buddha.

London has a massive choice of accommodation from simple and cheap guest houses and hostels to internationally famous five star hotels such as The Savoy and The Ritz.

Mark Williams writes travel articles on London and the rest of the UK for http://www.latebreakhotels.com.

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Denison Boston

“Contemporary fashion in its purest form” Based in Brighton, once upon a time the holiday capitol of England. Perhaps the pier lights in the harbour gave him early inspiration; I guess very thing is open to interpretation. One thing is for certain, this designer knows the meaning of form and function; his cufflinks are testimony enough; ask any architect?

Historic Interlude: Madder Print

The colouring agent in madder root called alizarin was in fact first chemically extracted and then synthesized in 1869 by two English chemists. Although the dyeing process, even today, requires a variety of painstaking steps, synthesized alizarin brought the price within the reach of commercial producers. Testimony to the significant part science plays ensuring the longevity of styles and textiles. Silk dyed in this manner is characterized by a dusty-looking finish and a feel (referred to as a chalk hand by the experts) very much like fine suede, and a matte finish.

Historic Interlude

During the 1920s the enamel cufflink became the most prevalent style. In

Russia, the communist revolution forced the luxury artisans of Faberge to emigrate across Europe and often to America, where they taught their enamelling skills to others. Their designs often reflected the art movements of the day, but by the 1930s low-cost production of plastics led to a decline in the use of enamel. But these enamel cufflinks remain highly collectable; especially the hand-made ones.

Silver Jewellery For Men

Veritas Gifts have been designing fashion accessories and jewellery for men since 1999. Noted world wide for their silver cufflinks and decorating them with unusual materials like Swarovski Crystal, Gold Lace and Lapis. They don’t fall under the umbrella of “Quirky” and so appeal to a very small percentage of the market. The nicest thing is classically styled and will outlast the whimsical trend that abounds today.

Historic Interlude

Thomas Burberry opened his own business in 1856 in Basingstoake, Hampshire. His commitment to both form and function in apparel design has been significant throughout the development of the company and its products. Noticing how local shepherds and farmers wore linen smocks, which were cool in summer and warm in the winter, he attempted to apply the same principles to other clothing. In 1879 he developed a fabric which was weatherproofed in the yarn before weaving, using a secret process and then proofed again in the piece, using the same undisclosed formula. The new material was untearable and weatherproof, whilst cool and breathable. He called the cloth ‘gabardine’ and registered the word as a trademark.

Floral Masterpiece

It’ll take a mighty strong southerly to blow the petals off this little flower, tightly woven onto ultra fine satin silk. A striking design to mark the launch of “The Patrick McMurray” range of handmade designer silk ties, winter or summer, come rain or shine, never out of season. And for those who seek something out of the ordinary, this should fit the bill.

Patrick Cox

On the eve of his first decade in the industry, The British Fashion Council awarded Patrick with ” Accessory Designer of the Year” for two years running. We like his leather wallets most of all, because after searching the net and traipsing the High Street stores you’ll be hard pressed to find anything that compares. Naturally “not everyone’s cup tea” So for those conventionally and budget-wise gentlemen, have a look at Simon Carters’ Wallets

A simple approach to design is his hallmark of success.

If you would like to learn some interesting historic anecdotes about the evolution of style and fashion follow this link http://patrickmcmurraysfashionaccessories.blogspot.com if you would like to see some stunning silk ties, cufflinks, belts and wallets, follow this link http://www.patrickmcmurray.com

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If you’re considering a move soon, why not look into property in Sussex? This area has some of the best coastal towns and cities in the UK, and so if you like the idea of fresh sea air in your lungs each day, consider property in Sussex.

This south-eastern county has lots to offer and boasts some of the best seaside towns in Britain including Brighton, Eastbourne, Worthing, Hastings and Bognor Regis.

Property in Sussex tends to be a little more expensive around the popular city of Brighton, but this is for many good reasons; Brighton is one of Britain’s most vibrant and exciting cities.

The city has a huge gay scene, with many gay clubs and bars. It also plays host to Gay Pride in the summer, which is a huge gathering of people both gay and straight looking to have a good time. Brighton is collectively a very open-minded, friendly city and is loved by many for this reason.

The city has a vibrant arts scene, making it one of the coolest places to own property in Sussex, and many quirky independent shops which make up The Lanes shopping area. There is a wealth of design talent to be found here, particularly in the jewellery sector.

Of course, one of the main reasons people visit Brighton in the summer is for the beach. Brighton’s beach is shingle and huge, and becomes very crowded in the peak summer months.

Those looking for property in Sussex who would prefer something perhaps a little quieter than Brighton should consider Worthing, which is about 30 miles west along the coast. Worthing is the largest town in West Sussex with a population if around 100,000.

During the 1970s Worthing became a popular place to retire to, and became somewhat typecast as an ‘old person’s place’. It offered the best of countryside and coast, along with being very flat, and once British seaside holidays became less popular with the advent of cheap foreign package holidays, Worthing became the elderly person’s destination.

Those looking for property in Sussex shouldn’t be put off by this however, as in the 1990s and 2000s, Worthing turned itself around again. New industry moved in and with it new families, and the town thrives once again.

Eastbourne’s story is similar to that of Worthing’s, and the town boasts some wonderful and interesting beaches such as Falling Sands beach which has lots of intricate rock pools full of sea life, dramatic chalk cliffs and pretty gardens.

There’s so much to explore in Sussex that it’s truly a great place to buy property in.

Discover more about property in Sussex by visiting http://www.exploreliving.co.uk/property-search/property-in-sussex

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Unless you are escaping to a desert island for the whole of December, Christmas shopping is pretty much unavoidable but if your local shops just aren’t going cut it this year (and you don’t want to rely on the post!), then why not use our guide to head out to the best shopping locations in the UK? Pre-Christmas sales are not uncommon now so search around for some real bargains.

1. Oxford Street, London

Forty million shoppers making their annual Christmas pilgrimage every year can’t be wrong. People come for the lights, the two mile stretch of 300+ shops, the extended ranges in many of the international flagship stores and the massive amount of choice (Selfridges, Top Shop, Nike Town, John Lewis, the list goes on). Although they probably don’t come for the crowds. Oxford Street is one of London’s top tourist attractions and is still one of the most popular shopping destinations in the world.

2. Manchester

England’s unofficial second city has the cooler edge on many of it’s rivals. Not even counting the The Arndale Centre, this city is a shoppers paradise and is crammed full of small niche retailers, vintage/retro boutiques and shabby chic/boho stores many with an original Mancunian style. Perfect if you really stuck for Christmas shopping ideas – just remember to pack the umbrella!

3. Brighton & Hove

Even though it’s a small city, Brighton & Hove has made it high on the list because of it’s amazingly diverse range of shops from chic boutiques, contemporary unique fashions to antiques and original art and jewellery. The more bohemian and trendy shops are located in Brighton’s North Laines. Wander the half a square mile of streets and alleys buying 50s and 60s kitsch, aspirational lifestyle products or french reproduction furniture and then stop for a mung bean burger at one of the many health and vegetarian food outlets. Designer bargains are to be found in the Brighton Marina and the big name stores are located in Churchill Square.

4. Edinburgh

Edinburgh is a very aesthetically pleasing shopping location and is often considered one of the most beautiful cities in Britain. People brave the cold to come here and view the sights as well as do their Christmas shopping. The locals take style and consumerism very seriously and as well as being packed with designer names (Stella McCartney, Louis Vuitton, Prada etc) there are plenty of hip and trendy smaller boutique shops.

5. Birmingham

England’s official second city shouldn’t disappoint would be shoppers, it’s an easier place to get your bearings than you might think with most shops located in the newly redeveloped Bull Ring and New Street. Brummies love trendy designer labels but they also love a bargain. They also love unusual architecture (the £40 million futuristic Selfridges building is worth coming to Birmingham to see in itself although, having said that, it might not be to everyones taste!). As well as all the major high street shops including Harvey Nichols and House of Fraser, the well-known jewellery quarter should sort you out with all your bling!

6. Spitalfields Market, London

Okay this would be the alternative choice but if you’re fed up with the same old stuff in all the usual high street stores then Spitalfields market with it’s eclectic range of stalls – many with original designs – is definitely worth a visit. Buy your cool cousin an original leather satchel, your mum a vintage brooch, your niece or nephew a trendy printed babygrow or just pick up a slice of wheat-free Christmas cake.

7. Newcastle

If you like your shopping experience to be on a very large scale then this would definitely be the place to visit. The enormous Metrocentre is probably the reason most people travel to Newcastle for shopping as it’s one of largest shopping and leisure centres in Europe. North Easterners also have a fondness for original designs so as well as the usual high street favourites there is also a wide range of independent shops and a popular art and craft market each Sunday on Armstrong Bridge in Jesmond.

8. Bath

If it’s the quintessential English Christmas shopping experience you are after, look no further than Bath. With it’s grand Georgian streets, Roman baths and beautiful abbey, Bath is very easy on the eye and even the most discerning shopper is well catered for. As well as all the familiar big name stores, the town offers a wide range of independent shops and stylish boutiques and a well-organised Christmas Market running from 26th November to 6th December 2009.

9. Dublin

Ok, it’s not in the UK, but Dublin is a fun and vibrant city and would make an excellent choice for an easily accessible Christmas shopping destination. It’s a very compact city with all the shops in walkable distance and most of the shopping centred around the pedestrianised Grafton Street (shops towards the upper-end of the market) and St. Stephens Green Shopping Centre (the usual high street shops). After you finished there head for Temple Bar for trendy and more unusual clothing, music and art stores (and probably also a pint of Guinness).

10. Cardiff

Even if you’re not searching for a rugby shirt or a Welsh Love spoon don’t overlook Cardiff as a Christmas shopping destination. Cardiff is a very friendly city and is now one of the best shopping locations in the country thanks to the new St. David’s shopping centre £675 million extension. Every major store is represented in the very impressive “St. David’s 2″ but if it’s more intimate shopping you are after try the cute Morgan and Castle shopping arcades still with their Victorian and Edwardian features.

Becky Padmore, http://www.globalgrasshopper.com/ travel related articles, fun stories, photos and tips.

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Brighton has long been known for its gay-friendly community and open, tolerant attitude towards all lifestyles in general. The city of Brighton not only welcomes all types, they provide events, attractions, and things to do for everybody.

Night Clubs

A big part of Brighton’s social life is all the night clubs – and there are many to choose from in the city. Some of the bigger clubs boast names like Religion, Revenge, and Wild Fruit, but there are plenty of smaller gay-friendly clubs and bars for those who prefer a more intimate crowd, too.

Shopping

You can’t have a hot tourist destination without plenty of shopping facilities, and Brighton is no exception. There’s something for everyone in Brighton; whether you need to enhance your wardrobe at one of the designer clothing stores like Wolfram Lohr, the Jaba Yard, or Last, or even if you’re browsing for fine jewellery from Baroque Bespoke Jewellery store you’re sure to find something you like.

BLAGSS

The Brighton Lesbian and Gay Sports Society, or BLAGSS for short is an organization based in Brighton that hosts some 500 sporting events and other social activities year round. They provide a safe, friendly environment for gays and lesbians to enjoy their favourite sports, including skiing, swimming, running, badminton, tennis, golf, football, and more. As such, it’s not hard to find some great events to attend and even participate in right here in the town.

Gender Trust

Established in 1990, only one year after the start of the Brighton Ourstory Project, the Gender Trust charitable organization was setup in Brighton as well. This is a group that focuses on helping the transgender community specifically with any issues they may have. They have helped numerous transgender individuals over the years, and they even have a completely confidential national helpline for anybody who is struggling with their own gender.

Brighton Pride

Perhaps the biggest homosexual-friendly attraction in Brighton is the annual gay pride carnival. Held the first week of August in Brighton, the event attracts thousands of gay and lesbian visitors every single year; in fact the 2005 Brighton Pride event hosted over 120,000 visitors.

Winter Pride

In addition to the main Brighton Pride carnival, there is also a smaller Winter Pride event held every March. Though Winter Pride doesn’t attract nearly as many visitors as the summer event, it remains popular with both tourists and the residents of Brighton itself.

Hotels In Brighton

Because the city is such a popular destination, finding hotels Brighton has to offer can be difficult; and depending on what time of the year you are planning your holiday, hotels in Brighton can be downright impossible to find. The internet has made the process of finding great Brighton hotels much easier, however, and gives you the ability to directly compare prices and locations.

Max Brockbank is an online writer and editor.

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Don’t you just hate it when your expensive jewelry set will not sparkle forever? It’s not a do it yourself clean up act like the human body because it doesn’t have the means to manufacture its own cleansing methods and chemicals. Even humans have to bathe to remain glowing and fresh as ever. Face it. That nice shiny emerald brooch, that elegant gold bracelet and that silver earring that cost you a fortune will still lose its dazzling sparkle if you don’t have the time or knowledge to care for it. Don’t you want to be the envy of the crowd when years pass and your set of magnificent jewelry are still going to make heads turn in your direction?

To understand the basics of cleaning jewelry, one needs to know how those stubborn stains develop or why the metal tarnishes. What about scratches? Real gold or silver nor platinum always exhibit scratches. The skin produces chemicals when metal gets in contact with it and these then exhibit signs of dark unsightly spots on that fine ring or watch of yours. When bleaching your skin take off your jewelry as the chemical might just cause some unsightly blemish or even corrode the metal of your jewelry.

After a wonderful but tiring day, before retiring don’t forget to take off your jewelry one at a time and clean them off with a wet flannel cloth. This will remove the grime and salt deposits that your skin sweats usually leave on the metal or stone. If some stains have already developed try to use an effective solution to clean out the dark spots. You can try rubbing it off with a solution of 1 tbsp Hyposulphite to 1 glass of water. Hyposulphite is a chemical that you can buy off the shelf in drugstores.

Metal can corrode or develop unsightly stains if it comes in contact with spa or hair solutions or the one’s that are used in bleaching parlors. Usually some people just cry out when their expensive watch suddenly dulls because it came in contact with bleach. One active chemical ingredient found in clinics and hospitals is Iodine which leaves dark spots on metal jewelry.

The military recently found that platinum is the best and sturdiest metal so far. It even surpasses gold and silver. Silver is the most malleable however it comes third in terms of being affected by the ravages of time and natures concoctions. The second is gold and the most enduring piece of metal would be platinum. If you have a platinum piece with your diamond set you can fully understand that the price is worth it as that piece of expensive jewelry will outlive the rest.

Gold pieces can be washed with liquid detergents without the bleaching agents of course. Silver tarnishes quickly and needs to be upkeep by using the same. Store your jewelry in tight containers with fine velvet cloth after cleaning them. Take care to avoid moist areas. Also, avoid bathing or pool swimming while wearing your jewelries, it might slip off unnoticed or the chlorine content in the water might do its damaging job to your precious items.

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There has always been something really interesting about the Peterson Jewellery collection. Maybe it is the manner in which she melds disparate fabrics together, including plastics and felts, or the imagery she utilises (if imagery is the true phrase to employ, possibly scribbles would better describe her work than imagery) that stirs up such a unique formative dream like style and ensures her jewellery compositions are immediately identifiable. I think perhaps more than any of these things, I find that Linas jewellery disregards the constraints of fresh, identifiable jewellery fashions, which makes her jewellery more akin to miniature carvings or objects that just happen to be wearable.

One of the main attractions for me is her forward-looking use of cloths in amongst each of her disparate technologically advanced textiles which instantly remove connotations of workmanship, and so thrust the possibilities of textile design forward a notch or two. With pieces such as her slender-looking Embroidered Brooch which employ gold-plated copper and a finely seamed cloth or the Orange Necklace which merges material with finished wood and beads, and the Collage Brooch which features foam, textiles, and dip-coated all-metal in Citrus lemon yellow, Lina’s Jewellery traces a precise line between cloths more normally connected with industrial processes and fabrics much neglected in present-day jewellery.

Lina started out her imaginative career on a Foundation course at London Guildhall University in Art & Design before moving on to further study at the University of Brighton. After having achieved tremendous success on graduation, coming away with the New Designer Association of Contemporary Jewellery Award, she also featured as a runner up in the Jewellers Design Junior, Goldsmiths craftsmanship and Design Awards, before going on to perfect her workmanship at the prestigious Royal College of Arts MA Goldsmith, Silversmith, Metalwork and Jewellery course.

Since graduating, Lina has undertaken numerous teaching positions, including the Reach Out program at the RCA, as well as splitting her time as a visiting lecturer at the University of the imaginative Arts Farnham, Glasgow School of Art and even as far flung as the King Saud University & The Art & Skills Institute, in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia!

For Spring/Summer 2009, Lina took on a commission for New York brand Ports 1961, who exhibited her collection of jewellery on the runway.

Lina continues to formulate her collections alongside teaching, and has plentiful stockists all over the globe, the majority of whom are UK and USA based whether it be from London and Cornwall located galleries to Washington DC, Chicago and Seattle.

I am hoping to interview Lina about her jewellery for a designer of the month column in 2010 so watch this space!

Peter Falconer is a writer for a number of publications including Ysh London a site dedicated to the World of contemporary fashion, design and textiles. The site includes information on the latest Lina Peterson collections.

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