Creature features

As much as women love high jewellery, not everyone can afford it. With Christmas coming up, it's always advisable to stock up on some versatile costume jewellery that won't break the bank. Swarovski's Poetic Night winter collection fits the bill with its black pieces accented with blue, purple and red, and bug motifs that are more chic than freaky. The perfect accompaniment to a black dress is this long strand of black pearls with a scorpion (HK$3,700) or Tiffany-esque dragonfly pendant (HK$2,080). The spider-web hoop earrings feature clear crystals and a dangling charm (HK$1,300). Available at Swarovski, Central Building, Pedder Street, Central, tel: 2566 6301.