The Fan Earring
Fan earrings are trending – and so are robe dresses, especially over jeans, which give classic diamonds a cool factor.
Pair of diamond earclips, Oscar Heyman & Brothers. Starting bid $7,000.
AlexaChung High-Rise Frayed Jeans. $320.
Johanna Ortiz Florari Belted Velvet Kimono Robe. $1,995.
Sanayi 313 Stelle Embroidered Metallic Slippers. $1,100.
The Twinset
Keep the focus on those mouth-watering (and Moda pink) kunzites by pairing them with a mod shift of the same hue.
Gem-set necklace and pendant earclips, Tony Duquette. Starting bid $10,000.
Judith Leiber Couture Enchanted Crystal-Embellished Satin Clutch. $3,495.
Emilia Wickstead M’O Exclusive Sleeveless Presley Dress. $890.
Paul Andrew Arco Satin Sandals. $845.
The Brooch
We’ll be going the less expected (and far more fabulous) route by pinning this brooch on a turban.
Mabé pearl, ruby, chalcedony and diamond brooch, Tony Duquette. Starting bid $8,000.
Eugenia Kim Malia Headband. $135.
Ephemera One-Piece Swimsuit. $210.
Jacques Marie Mage M’O Exclusive Fascination St. By Kate Bosworth Sunglasses. $625.
The Belt Bracelet
A cute peplum top (Johanna Ortiz is our go-to for anything with a ruffle) echoes the cinch, and it makes for a great alternative to a day dress.
Diamond, ruby and gold bracelet, Tiffany & Co. Starting bid $1,800.
Johanna Ortiz Sandy Strapless Ruffle Blouse. $625.
Oscar De La Renta Floral Brocade Straight-Leg Pants. $1,390.
Johanna Ortiz M’O Exclusive Nude Eugene Sandal. $625.
The Statement Clip-Ons
The Moda woman commands sartorial envy wherever she goes, and the beach is no exception. Clip-on earrings (easily removed for a quick dip in the water) are the ideal option.
Pair of shell and chalcedony earclips, Seaman Schepps. Starting bid $2,000.
Marysia Swim Fixed Triangle Bikini Top. $150.
Marysia Swim Santa Monica Scalloped Bikini Bottoms. $150.
Rochas Bonita Sandal. $725.
The Pearl Necklace
The key to making pearls feel modern? Wear them backwards and let a backless top show them off. Plus, a clasp this beautiful deserves equal time in the spotlight.
Cultured pearl and diamond necklace, David Webb. Starting bid $5,000.
Rosetta Getty Backless Wrap Blouse. $1,390.
Khaite Kassandra Mid-Rise Skinny Jeans. $340.
Alexandre Birman, M’O Exclusive Gergia Velvet Mules. $495.
The Quirky Ring
Zebra print plays up the graphic colour-blocking without detracting too much from an eye-catching ring.
Resin and lapis lazuli ring. Starting bid $1,500.
Emilio Pucci Zebra Knit Dress. $3,280.
Tibi Lia Leather Slingback Pumps. $425.
Jeffrey Levinson Midnight Gloss Clutch. $895.
Since 2016, Sotheby’s has unveiled the impressive collection of late philanthropist Marjorie Fisher, whose vast treasure trove of jewellery perfectly reflects her fabulous Palm Beach style. Capturing Florida’s luxe coastal sensibility, turquoise, pearls, pink tourmalines and rubies are just some of the delightful gems she owned that will be on offer in Sotheby’s Jewels Online: Part I sale this summer. Ahead of the sale, Moda Operandi styled some of their favourite jewels from the auction with garments and accessories from their store. Click ahead to discover how the Moda woman wears Sotheby’s jewels for every summer occasion.
Jewels Online: Part I
30 June–14 July
Discover more at modaoperandi.com