When she wants to look regal but relatable, Princess Kate turns to the gems from Monsoon Accessorize.
Founded in London in 1973 by businessman Peter Simon, the retail chain sells trendy and alluring accessories with colorful stones, pressed flowers and radiant rhinestones. Bold and blingy, the brand specializes in statement jewelry with a focus on modern and memorable accessories.
With an eye toward sustainability, the retail chain operates hundreds of stores in the UK and Italy. Similar to US based Claire’s, the accessories label focuses on curated and fun fashion jewelry for the masses.
With a message centered on celebrating individuality and originality, Accessorize is Kate’s go-to brand for pretty pauper-priced jewelry pieces with colorful character. From her hammered pearl huggie hoops with polished pearls to her chandelier gem drop earrings with shimmering scarlet stones, the princess covets this budget label for affordable glam.
Here are 8 of Kate Middleton’s Accessorize Earrings:
1. Pearl and Disc Hoop Earrings, $6.55
Priced at a meager $6.55, these huggie hoops have a modern twisted profile with a molten hammered coin and petite pearl. Designed to capture the light, the swinging pearl gives these unique earrings extra flair and charm. The princess has worn them on five total occasions since their debut for Christmas tree trimming in December 2022.
2. Accessorize Polly Petal Drop Earrings, $10.57
Capturing one of Kate’s favorite themes — nature and gardening, these glassy pink petaled earrings are perfect for laidback summer ensembles. Noteworthy for their cluster of rose pink petal stones — the fun and flirty earrings are captivating but cost-conscious.
3. Accessorize Twisted Circle Drop Earrings, $6.61
At under $10, these gold tone earrings have a mesmerizing textured surface with a unique twisted design. Appearing on the princess on seven occasions since their March 2020 debut — including for three Zoom sessions and a visit to Scarborough in fall 2022, these braided hoops are classic and chic.
4. Accessorize Small Filigree Short Drop Earrings, $6.61
Delicate and dainty, even a commoner could afford these lightweight drop earrings. Having an air of ornate opulence, the small filigree drops have a flaunt-worthy design with an openwork cut-out and scalloped edging. The princess has worn the earrings on six occasions with two outings in Pakistan in October 2019, as well as for their debut at a Back to Nature Festival in September 2019.
5. Accessorize Filigree Beaded Short Drop Earrings, $16
Exquisitely detailed, these enchanting earrings boast tiny embellished faceted beads and dangling discs. Worn in India in April 2016, the boho earrings might be costume jewelry but they exude an expensive vibe.
6. Accessorize Hammered Disc Drop Earrings with Crystals, $23
These bold textured disc earrings feature decorative crystals mounted on a striking hammered plate. With a baroque sensibility, the dynamic earrings have unique flair with their teardrop, marquise and round multi-colored crystals set on a gold pendant with a twisted rope border. The princess has worn the low cost earrings on just one occasion in May 2023 for a visit to the Anna Freud headquarters in London.
7. Accessorize Mini Hammered Door Knocker Hoop Earrings, $2.77
At under $5, these earrings are likely Kate’s most inexpensive accessory in her entire royal jewelry armoire. Adding a hint of panache to business casual ensembles, the earrings are eye-catching and appealing. The princess has worn the hammered door-knocker drops on just one occasion in January 2022 for a visit to the Foundling Museum.
8. Accessorize Eclectic Gem Statement Long Drop Earrings, $18.50
The perfect pair of holiday earrings, these dazzling drops feature alternating ruby and berry colored stones. The multi-colored linear gem sparklers have been photographed on the princess on one occasion in December 2022.
Up for Debate
Accessorize Twisted Rope Pearl Drop Earrings
A few royal style sleuths claim that Kate’s jewelry vault also included these bargain priced pearl drop earrings. The princess made an appearance in the post back earrings for a Natural History Museum video announcing her reveal of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year. Later, the earrings were disputed to have been from the Accessorize label.
Kate’s Other Accessorize Jewelry:
In addition to her eight earrings, the princess also owns a pair of silver toned teardrop earrings from the budget-minded label that feature a single central black onyx stone. Furthermore, she has a pair of white resin hoops with silver studs and chain fringe earrings in her collection. It’s also believed the princess owns a gold dome cocktail ring with rhinestones and a large amber pendant necklace from the Accessorize brand.
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