Dame Emma Thompson’s delicate bumblebee necklace is the timeless gift to add to your Christmas shopping list
It's by a British jewellery designer Kate Middleton loves
We're all starting to think about Christmas, whether that's what to wear for festive events or what to gift your loved ones. Jewellery truly can be the answer to both - if you've got a favourite old little black dress, a gold necklace will make it feel fresh, but jewellery is also a great idea for gifting.
You probably know Missoma and Monica Vinader, but is Alex Monroe on your radar? It's a British brand that's been worn by none other than Kate Middleton and Duchess Sophie, and their signature bee necklace has just gone straight to the top of my Christmas wish list.
Dame Emma Thompson has worn the Teeny Tiny Bumblee necklace on several occasions, but she's pictured below wearing it at a screening of The Dead of Winter in September last year.
This is Emma's favourite necklace, and although it's pricier than some of the other Alex Monroe bee designs, it's made from 18ct Solid Yellow Gold. One customer called it "Minimalist and simply beautiful", while another wrote: "I get lots of compliments on it. It is small in size but not small in detail."
This option is a bit more affordable, as it's made from Solid Sterling Silver with 22ct Fairmined Gold Plate. The detail on these designs really does need to be seen to be believed - the wings are incredible!
What good is a necklace without a pair of earrings to match? Continuing the theme, these feature little bees landing on forget-me-nots, making them twice as meaningful. They're a bestseller on the Alex Monroe site, so don't wait too long to snap them up, as they might just sell out.
Available in gold or silver, this bracelet features a dainty little bee resting on the chain. The chain length is adjustable, and it features the little Aspinal shield, too.
I love the faux pearl design of this bee-autiful necklace. At £39, it's a more affordable Christmas gift, but it's no less striking.
Bees really are everywhere at the moment, and this little pendant can sit on a chain you or your loved one already owns. You can add complimentary engraving, too.
Alex Monroe is known for nature-inspired designs, with the bee motif offering a charming nod to the natural world. Bees also have a great deal of symbolism, so they can be a very thoughtful present, plus Emma's necklace is a reminder that sometimes the smallest accessories can make the biggest impact.
While seasonal accessories can come and go, a beautifully made necklace like this one is something you'll wear on repeat, year after year. Wear it layered as Emma did for a contemporary look, or let it take centre stage with a white shirt or simple knit.
Alex Monroe also recently launched their autumn collection, which is full of whimsical shapes like pinecones and poppy seeds.
