Life In Charms with Annoushka Ducas MBE

Royalty, rockstars, Hollywood legends and more than a few secrets that never made it to the papers... Claridge’s has seen it all.  In honour of our Claridges x Life in Charms collaboration, Annoushka sits down with Claridge’s archivist, Kate Hudson, to explore the icons behind each exquisite charm in the collection, reveal some of the hotel’s most unforgettable stories and learn more about those extra special touches that make Claridges, well, Claridges!From Winston Churchill taking up residence in the penthouse post-war to the lavish parties that drunk the hotel dry of champagne (!) and the best concierge team in the business - every detail becomes a story, and every story becomes a charm.Stay tuned to explore each 18ct gold charm in the Claridge’s x Life in Charms collection, exclusively available at Clardige’s.A closer look at the collection:https://www.annoushka.com/uk/blog/claridges-icons-captured-in-gold.htmlListen to more from Life in Charms Podcast: https://www.annoushka.com/uk/blog/the-podcast.htmlFeeling inspired? Design your own bespoke charm: https://www.annoushka.com/uk/bespoke-charmsFollow us on Instagram: @annoushkajewellery

What do fresh fish, the Links of London Sweetie Bracelet, The Beatles’ “Yellow Submarine” and our latest collection all have in common? Tune in to find out...In this special episode of Life in Charms, it's Annoushka's turn on the sofa! Together, with host Susie Lau, they delve into the unlikely beginnings of a career in jewellery that went on to span 35 years, alongside her most cherished memories all captured in 18ct gold, with a few twists and turns along the way - tune in to hear the stories that inspired Annoushka’s very own Life in Charms! Their conversation reveals the stories behind her seven charms, from her mother’s fish business which kickstarted a career no-one saw coming, to a ‘sex on legs’ charm with a seriously tongue and cheek backstory. Along the way, she reflects on launching Links of London and her eponymous brand, concluding on a particularly special full-circle moment. A unique look into how playfulness and personal storytelling remain at the heart of everything she designs.Discover the Life in Charms Podcast: https://www.annoushka.com/uk/blog/the-podcast.htmlFeeling inspired? Design your own bespoke charm: https://www.annoushka.com/uk/bespoke-charmsFollow us on Instagram: @annoushkajewellery Life in Charms  - Annoushka UK

In this episode of Life in Charms, Annoushka welcomes publishing powerhouse and Google executive, Vanessa Kingori. From her early childhood in St. Kitts to becoming the first woman and first person of colour to lead British Vogue commercially, Vanessa’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and fearless ambition. Their conversation covers everything from family roots and first ventures to leading through change—at Condé Nast, and now at Google, where she’s helping shape the future of creativity through technology. As always, each milestone is captured in a beautifully crafted charm. Tune in to see which piece Vanessa chooses to bring to life in 18ct gold—and how a humble childhood tin can still reflects the future she’s building today. Discover the Life In Charms Podcast: ⁠https://www.annoushka.com/uk/blog/the-podcast.html⁠ Feeling inspired? Design your own bespoke charm: ⁠https://www.annoushka.com/uk/bespoke-charms⁠  Follow us on Instagram: ⁠@annoushkajewellery⁠ 

In this episode of Life in Charms, Annoushka welcomes Clare Smyth, the trailblazing chef who made history as the first female to hold three Michelin stars and three hats from the Good Food Guide, simultaneously. Her story begins on a family farm in Northern Ireland, where she grew up during the Troubles, and as the conversation unfolds, she reflects on pivotal moments in her career - including the time a chef dismissed her potential purely because of her gender. Rather than discourage her, it sparked a fierce determination to prove herself. Each treasured milestone, as well as all the trials and tribulations along the way, inspires a beautiful bespoke charm design - stay tuned to the end to find out which charm she loves the most and watch to see us bring her chosen jewel to life! Discover the Life In Charms Podcast: https://www.annoushka.com/uk/blog/the-podcast.html Feeling inspired? Design your own bespoke charm https://www.annoushka.com/uk/bespoke-charms  Follow us on Instagram - @annoushkajewellery 

In this episode of Life in Charms, Annoushka sits down with the incredibly talented Nicola Clarke, London’s renowned hairstylist and colour director, celebrated for her work with icons like Madonna, Kate Moss, and Cate Blanchett. Delving into her journey, from growing up in Essex to what happens when dramatic colour transformations don’t quite go to plan, and the deeply personal conversations that often unfold in the salon chair, they explore her most meaningful milestones and memories and design an exquisite Annoushka charms to represent each one.  Watch till the end to find out which charming miniature jewel Nicola chooses to create in 18ct gold and watch to see how we bring her charm to life!  Discover the Life In Charms Podcast: https://www.annoushka.com/uk/blog/the-podcast.html Feeling inspired? Design your own bespoke charm: https://www.annoushka.com/uk/bespoke-charms  Join us on Instagram: @annoushkajewellery