As the final series of Strictly Come Dancing with Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman as hosts draws to a close, fans are not only celebrating the duo's presenting legacy but also their impeccable style. Throughout the series, the pair have showcased a masterclass in glamour, but it's a subtle, sentimental piece of jewellery that has captured significant attention.
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Both Daly and Winkleman have been spotted wearing delicate, personalised initial necklaces from the Los Angeles-based jewellery brand, Maya Brenner. This choice immediately drew comparisons to the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, who wore an identical style in her With Love, Meghan Netflix documentary. All three women have customised their necklaces with the initials of their immediate family members, transforming the pieces into intimate tokens of affection.
This is not the first time Meghan has championed the brand. Back in 2016, she was photographed wearing a similar Maya Brenner necklace featuring 'H' and 'M' charms, a look she debuted as her relationship with Prince Harry became public knowledge. The necklace caused a surge in demand and was even referenced in Prince Harry's biography, Finding Freedom, cementing its status as a modern jewellery icon.
Decoding the Personalised Designs
The beauty of these necklaces lies in their bespoke nature. Tess Daly's three-letter necklace includes 'P' and 'A' for her daughters, Phoebe and Amber, accompanied by a heart charm. Claudia Winkleman's four-letter design features 'K', 'J', 'B', and 'T', representing her husband Kris, son Jake, and the nicknames for her son Arthur and daughter Matilda.
Meghan Markle's latest version, seen in her Netflix series, is believed to feature 'A' and 'L' for her children, Archie and Lilibet, along with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's respective peridot and sapphire birthstones.
How to Get the Look: A Guide to Maya Brenner
The brand's signature piece is the Asymmetrical Letter Necklace, a style that has been a favourite since its launch in 2008. Each necklace is crafted from a delicate cable chain and is available in yellow, rose, or white gold. Customers can create a truly unique piece by selecting from a wide array of letters, charms, and birthstones.
The brand's popularity continues to soar, with Florence Pugh and Cynthia Erivo among the latest A-list names to be seen wearing its designs this year. For those inspired to create their own, the brand offers a live preview tool during the design process. It is important to note that as each piece is made to order, all sales are final. However, the brand's Add-A-Letter Boutique service makes it simple to update a necklace in the future should you wish to add another initial.
Beyond the initial necklaces, Meghan has also been seen wearing other pieces from Maya Brenner, including the diamond cascade earrings and the Clarity Retreat necklace, the latter created in collaboration with her close friend and former Suits co-star, Abigail Spencer.
One thing is clear: whether worn by television royalty or actual royalty, these Maya Brenner necklaces are rich in personal sentiment, making them a perfect and timeless gift to celebrate family and meaningful connections.
