Stephen Webster 'Jewels Verne' collection launch - a few snaps!

Last night saw EC One in Notting Hill transformed into an underwater paradise, as we celebrated the launch of Stephen Webster's new silver 'Jewels Verne' collection - a marine-themed treasure trove of jewellery, inspired by the classic novel '20,000 Leagues Under the Sea'.

With champagne, sushi and those pink shrimp sweets we all remember from our childhoods, the evening was a perfect mix of fun and fabulous; the new collection dazzled both us and our (we must say, discerning) attendees, while punk poet John Cooper Clarke, and upcoming poetry talent Olivia Cole entertained the crowds with thier writings. Roll on the next event - we can't wait!

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18ct white gold Crab ring

John Cooper Clarke, Olivia Cole & Stephen Webster

The book behind the collection, with silver Octopus Pendant and Earrings

Quite a crowd!

John Cooper Clarke with EC One's Jos Skeates

Jewels Verne silver collection on display

Come Fly With Me!

Pretty jewellery with tiny stones, charms and details has always been a favourite here at EC One. Right now, jewellery with birds, bees and butterflies seems to be popular, and we're noticing more and more people falling for these sweet little feathered friends and beautiful beasties.

Below: Silver Butterfly Hoops by Alex Monroe, 18ct Gold Hummingbird and Pearl Hoops by Carolina Barbieri, 18ct White Gold Diamond-set Butterfly Necklace by Mira.

The Alex Monroe Bumblebee necklace has become one of his signature pieces, and an absolute favourite in-store here, amongst staff and customers alike. But new designers, including Helene Turbe and David Aubrey, have been upping the stakes in the 'Oooh it's so gorgeous!' ranks. Let us know what you think... Because we're going to need a menagerie to house them all!

Below: Gold Plated Bird Stencil Earrings by David Aubrey,  Gold Plated Bird and Pearl Bracelet by Helene Turbe, Sterling Silver Dove Ring by Becca.

Stephen Webster 'Jewels Verne' collection launch

Hello all!

So down here at EC One we've been positively swooning while preparing for our exciting launch of Stephen Webster's brand new Jewels Verne silver collection. This exciting collection has wowed us; Webster's unmistakeable audacity is ever-present with gemstones, creatures and designs that seem an impossible mix, but result in eye-catching, oh-so-collectable pieces.

This new collection, based on the classic novel '20,000 Leagues Under the Sea', features an ocean's worth of quirky sea creatures (from shrimps to octopi), mother-of-pearl gemstones, chains and  a pretty mix of rose-gold, silver and oxidised silver. Watch this space for some exclusive snaps!

In other exciting Webster news, the back office here at EC One is currently overrun with giant insects! But don't worry, it is in fact the arrival of Webster's Bug Balls; chunky faceted crystals, decorated with Swarovski-encrusted creepy crawlies. The Wasp is a bit of a favourite, but the Scorpion and Beetle are definitely raising a few smiles. You heard it here first - insects just got a dazzling makeover!

Meet the Bug Balls! (L-R Scorpion, Wasp, Spider, Beetle and Batmoth)

A handful of bugs! (Clockwise, from bottom, Beetle, Scorpion, Spider, Wasp and Batmoth)

Basia, Liza and Ali with thier favourites!