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'I've found the perfect water-proof jewellery and some pieces are only £10'

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Although fashion icon Coco Chanel mused 'before you leave the house, look in the mirror and remove one accessory', I'm quite the opposite in that I feel more is better when it comes to jewellery.

Recently, I've been on a mission to enhance my collection of earrings, rings, necklaces and bracelets with staple pieces that I can wear repeatedly, safe in the knowledge they won't stain my skin a delightful shade of green after hours of wear.

When I was younger, I would typically opt for the classic high street choices of Lovisa and Accessorize (they provided cheap and cheerful items that ultimately tarnish), but I recently decided to mature and place an order with a brand I'd seen all over my social media, whose golden accessories are renowned for being water, sweat and tarnish-proof: Bohomoon. Plus, they even have celebrity backing with the likes of Camila Cabello being spotted in their earrings.

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Now, I am a summer girl through and through and love spending my time in the sea so I needed to find some pieces that I wouldn't have to remove every time I went for a swim and wouldn't turn green after one use. And while I adore the likes of Abbott Lyon- I'm the proud owner of its 'E' initial necklace - and would love to invest in some pieces by Ateolaand Astrid and Miyu at some point, their price point is just a bit too steep for me (unless it's a payday treat).

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However, Bohomoonappears to strike a happy balance with decent quality stainless steel jewellery that isn't likely to fade while being relatively affordable - most items are under £35 and the brand is currently offering a 3 for 2 promotion using the code 3FOR2 at checkout. Even better, its outlet has pieces for just £10 - although 'once it's gone, it's gone'.

I've been wearing Bohomoon pieces non-stop since I ordered myfirst earringsa few months ago - since my collection has grown - and at every event I attend, whether it's a wedding, brunch or a walk with friends, my new accessories have drawn compliments, reports OK!.

My simple earring stacks have barely left my ears except for a few hours to keep them properly sanitised. Wanting a bit of consistency in my jewellery, I treated myself to the brand's Spirit Hoop Earrings, Halo Opal Studs and the Amanda OpalStuds - all of which cost £10, totalling £30.

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While the studs are beautifully bohemian, featuring a mermaid blue lab fire opal gem encased in gold, the hoops have a crescent moon hanging from the small huggies. They hold a bit more interest thank your bog standard plain silver or gold studs for me and that's a big win.

They haven't turned my ears green at all either - and I've worn them in the shower, sea and even during the recent heatwaves. They're still as fresh as the day I got them.

While I've had no issues with these earrings, one shopper did note on the brand's website that the studs appear a 'little whiter than expected' rather than bright blue I found, and the hoops' clasps are 'a bit tricky to click in'. For me, this just ensures they'll stay put.

When I'm attending a more glamorous event, I usually switch out the hoops for something a bit bolder, like the brand'sTamara Hoop Earrings, £26, (spotted on Camila Cabello) which have a wavy texture that makes them stand out, and a stud fastening, making them easy to put on and take off.

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For those willing to splurge a bit more on earring stacks, one brand - a favourite among celebrities like Molly-Mae Hague - is Astrid and Miyu. Their cosmic-inspired earrings offer a sparkling, red carpet-worthy look that doesn't overshadow or draw too much attention away from any outfit.

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As for rings, I find myself drawn to textures, patterns and fun, thematic styles - as well as mixing and matching silver and gold. So Bohomoon's £28 True Love Ringand £25 Aliah Ring fit perfectly into my rotation (which includes an unbranded classic holiday silver wave ring, opal stone ring with a rope style gold band and a textured hammered effect silver band - Aalto- which has waves etched into it from a Welsh jeweller called Spiral Sheep Designs).

Both rings have unique hammered and moulded designs that aren't 'clean girl aesthetic' and add a bit of personality, which is something I look for in my jewels.

They're lightweight too, so they don't feel overly heavy when worn, which is always a bonus.

When it comes to necklaces, I do love a good bit of layering and have recently found myself attracted to necklaces featuring initials (a big trend lately), for a personal touch. Bohomoon'sLuxe Initial Necklace, priced at £26, is a fantastic way to embrace this style without it being too conspicuous.

The initial is welded onto a gold rectangle with sun-ray accents and a textured background. It's not overly large either, so it won't dominate the outfit, but rather adds a complimentary flair. I typically pair it with the Herringbone Choker necklace, priced at £22.

Of course, for those who prefer a standalone initial necklace,Abbott Lyon's Personalised Initial Necklace can be further personalised by adding the wearer's birthstone. The necklace features the initial as a capital letter and costs £89. Choose from 14-16 inch, 18-20 inch and 22-24 inch.

Edge of Ember - a brand loved by Meghan Markle - also offers a range of these style of necklaces, with its version of the initial necklace currently priced at £95. It's worth noting that the Abbott Lyon necklace is made from 18K gold plated stainless steel while Edge of Ember's version is 18K gold-plated recycled sterling silver, which explains the slightly higher prices.

To view Bohomoon's jewellery range, visit their website here.

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