My Grandma's jewel box works miracles, especially now in summer . No matter if I'm going to a party, a wedding, or even a job interview, or simply go out with friends, I can always find something ... right. I just add a string of pearls or vintage mother of pearl clip earrings, and I'm ready to go.

That's what I love about pearls and mother of pearl jewellery – their universality. Either you're wearing a business suit or a party dress, your everyday jeans and t-shirt, and if you have a shell bracelet, a brooch, or a pearl ring, do wear it. It will match any style and bring out a little femininity and class. The only thing I'd recommend – if you want to concentrate the focus on the accessory itself, wear a simple dress or something with plain fabrics and design. It will be ideal for wearing shell and mother of pearl jewellery, well for wearing any jewellery.

However, when it comes to choosing what jewellery to wear for a certain occasion, it mainly depends on your preferences, and if I may say so, on your talent of combining what colour, how many items and what design will be the perfect match for the event. One thing I always keep in mind while making a choice is that your character and style go together. If you're a romantic person, choose jewellery accordingly. A mother of pearl pin or brooch in the form of a dragonfly or a shell necklace will make an elegant touch to finish your outfit and will create the right mood for a summer evening stroll. If you're an active person, a massive pearl ring or rows of pearls arranged in a choker or rope with shades of black, caramel cream or pink will set the pace for the whole day.

So, whether it will be something in a Byzantine style or graphic minimalism, classic or vintage, my advice for you this summer – follow the basics, but break a few rules and experiment . As Coco Chanel once said about colour, I will rephrase her words and say about jewellery: "The best jewellery in the whole world is the one that looks good on you!"