Ladies are you ready to Leap?

Ladies get your proposals ready it's nearly time for a Leap year. Ancient folk law acknowledges that for 1 day every 4 years the roles are reversed and women can get down on one knee and pop the question.

The Leap year Cocktail

In need of dutch courage? 

The Leap Year cocktail was invented at The Savoy Hotel, London on February 29^th 1928 and legend suggests it has spurred on many marriage proposals. Okay, so we realise that times have changed and traditional gender roles really have become a thing of the past. Although, we do think the upcoming Leap Year can be used as a great excuse for having cocktails at the Savoy.

Harry Craddock's Leap Year Cocktail recipe for The Savoy hotel, London.

2 ounces gin

1/2 ounce Grand Marnier

1/2 ounce sweet vermouth

1/4 ounce fresh lemon juice

Stir and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Serve with a twist of lemon.

Find this fantastic recipe and more in 'The Savoy Cocktail Book'.

For engagement ring inspiration, please see links below.

http://www.bybrilliant.com/collections/Brilliant-Men/

http://www.bybrilliant.com/jewellery/Rings/

Get ‘The Artist’ Look

Get 'The Artist' Look

 This Valentine's Day we have been inspired by the release of The Artist. After being nominated for 12 BAFTA awards and winning 3 Golden Globe awards it is no surprise that The Artist described as "a love letter to cinema" is the film everyone is talking about. Made in black and white, this modern-day silent film has a vintage appeal that evokes the magic of 1930's cinema. We adore it! The romance, the drama, the style, the glamour…and of course, the jewellery! It's safe to say that "Peppy Miller" is our new style queen.

This Valentine's Day give your own salute to the silver screen starlets, here's how…

Get the "Peppy Miller" look with the fabulous art deco inspired "dreams cuff". Re-create her fabulous 1930's style by wearing over a pair of stunning silk gloves.

http://www.bybrilliant.com/jewellery/Bracelets/Dreams-Cuff-Sterling-Silver-Bracelet/?prices=&mColours=&gColours=&pageSize=96&sortBy=listingOrderAsc&pageNum=1

Or dazzle your audience with the "Coco Brooch" the perfect accessory to jazz up your winter coat while waltzing down the red carpet.

 http://www.bybrilliant.com/jewellery/Pendants/Coco-Brooch-Sterling-Silver-Pendant/?prices=&mColours=&gColours=&pageSize=96&sortBy=listingOrderAsc&pageNum=1

Nothing says 1930's glamour like these pearl "Coco Earrings".

http://www.bybrilliant.com/jewellery/Earrings/Coco-Sterling-Silver-Earrings/?prices=&mColours=&gColours=&pageSize=96&sortBy=listingOrderAsc&pageNum=1

Then finally no art deco inspired ladies should be without these "Elizabeth" earrings.

http://www.bybrilliant.com/jewellery/Earrings/Elizabeth-Sterling-Silver-Earrings/?prices=&mColours=&gColours=&pageSize=96&sortBy=listingOrderAsc&pageNum=1

 

Get The Artist Red Carpet look…

Penelope Ann Miller looks every bit the 'Brilliant' movie star at the Golden Globes. Why not recreate her style with the Brilliant "Fabulous" necklace?

http://www.bybrilliant.com/jewellery/Pendants/Fabulous-Sterling-Silver-Pendant/?prices=&mColours=&gColours=&pageSize=96&sortBy=listingOrderAsc&pageNum=1

Love is Brilliant.

Be Brilliant, be Mine?

It's February, love is in the air and we are thrilled that it's nearly Valentine's Day. The windows are primed, our favourite love songs are on the system, and we are in the mood for love.

The 'Brilliant' Artist.

 This Valentine's Day we have been inspired by the release of The Artist. After being nominated for 12 BAFTA awards and winning 3 Golden Globe awards it is no surprise that The Artist described as "a love letter to cinema" is the film we have all fallen in love with. Made in black and white, this modern-day silent film has a vintage appeal that evokes the magic of 1930's cinema. We adore it! The romance, the drama, the style, the glamour…and of course, the jewellery.  It's safe to say that 'Peppy Miller' is our new style queen.

Vintage Hollywood Style

Hollywood's Golden era has been refashioned by The Artist and rightly so. The darlings of the Silver screen epitomize sophisticated glamour. Take a look at some of our favourites…

Sophia Lauren

Rita Hayworth

Audrey Hepburn

Elizabeth Taylor

Films with extra Sparkle!

There is nothing better than cuddling up on the sofa and watching a classic romantic movie, whether it's a night in with the girls or with your very own Cary Grant. Here are the top 5 Romantic Classics currently melting the heart of the Brilliant Team.

1. The Artist
2. Love Affair (The 1939 original)
3. An Affair to remember
4. Casablanca
5. Singin' in the rain.

Music to sparkle to!

We understand the importance of music and how it can create the perfect backdrop for love, with that in mind here are Brilliant's Top 5 tracks to enjoy this Valentine's Day.

1. Louie Armstrong, 'La vie en rose'
2. Nat King Cole, 'Let there be love'
   
3. Fred Astaire, 'let's face the music and dance.'
   
4. Frank Sinatra, 'The way you look tonight'
5. Ella Fitzgerald,' Dream a little dream of me.'

We've also uploaded them on our in store playlist, so make sure to request your favourite the next time you pop in.

Have a Brilliant Valentine's Day!