Theresa May Style Spotlight: Mirta Bijoux

Theresa May has left her mark on political fashion and in the first of the series, we are looking at her love of necklaces from the Italian brand Mirta Bijoux.

Throughout her time as Prime Minister and as Home Secretary, May has worn the chunky accessories from Mirta Bijoux on a regular basis. Bright, bold and definitely outside the box, May has worn her Ballsmania necklaces with dresses, skirt suits and with casual weekend looks. From meeting heads of state to fielding questions at the dispatch box, the Ballsmania collection has been a firm favourite of our second female Prime Minister.

Let's take a closer look at the necklaces from the brand - and how May styled them.

Black, navy and pink

May has worn this one with a striking cobalt blue pencil dress from Amanda Wakeley. The perfect accessory!

Teal, turquoise and light blue

A 2018 holiday purchase, May added a colour clash to a red coat with this great necklace. She's also worn it with navy blazers and jeans.

Metallic blue

We last saw May wear this version of the Ballsmania necklace to the Welsh Conservative Party Conference in May. It added a little pop of electric to a crisp white blazer.

Navy

The first Ballsmania necklace we saw May wear, this classic navy version has been teamed with Daniel Blake dresses, Hobbs coats and jeans.

Gold

Tapping into the popular metallic trend, May wore her gold Ballsmania necklace and matching bracelet to meet the Queen at Buckingham Palace.

Red

Opting for another primary colour, May has worn her red Ballsmania necklace when appearing in front of Parliamentary Select Committees and also at Party Conference.

Silver

When one metallic just isn't enough! May wore her silver Ballsmania with a military knotch jacket from Daniel Blake- the silver picking up the metallic thread in this gorgeous tailored piece.

Black

Another classic, May usually wears this with a brown or black jacket. We saw it when she welcomed New Zealand's Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern to Number 10 earlier this year.

Taupe, orange and gold

An unusual choice for May, we've seen this autumnal version only once. When might it reappear?

Last Week in Downing Street: Theresa May's final days as Prime Minister

Theresa May's three years as Prime Minister came to an end this week. Bowing out in supreme style, here's a recap of her week.

On Tuesday, May hosted her final Cabinet meeting at Number 10 alongside a number of other meetings. She wore her navy Military Knotch jacket from Daniel Blake with navy trousers and kitten heels.

And for her final day as Prime Minister, May returned to the classics. She wore her cobalt blue Orchid suit from the legendary Daniel Blake. May teamed it with her trusted pair of velvet leopard Kitty heels from Charlotte Olympia, and and oversized necklace.

There is much discussion about her bracelet - is it really Margaret Thatcher's much-loved stone bracelet that was recently sold at auction for £40,000? An iconic message if so.

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Thursday saw May take a very well deserved day off to attend the cricket at Lords. May wore a summery Piazza Sempione patterned top and skirt, a Ballsmania necklace from Mirta Bijoux - and some seriously chic oversized sunglasses.

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Celebrations at Downing Street: Theresa May's Week

From marking the England win at the Cricket World Cup to recognizing acts of service at the Policy Bravery Awards, here's a recap of Theresa May's week.

On Monday, the PM welcomed the England World Cup Cricket Team to No 10 to celebrate their World Cup win.

May wore her baby blue Daniel Blake jacket with black trousers and a pair of patent black slingbacks for the event.

On Tuesday, the PM marked India Day with a speech. She wore her Hobbs teal coat, teaming it with a navy shift dress, the Rosebud kitten heels from Russell & Bromley and the blue Mirta Bijoux Ballsmania necklace.

On Wednesday, May took part in her penultimate Prime Minister's Questions. She wore her navy Escada suit, a garnet necklace and her fierce red kitten heels from LK Bennett.

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Later in the day she delivered a speech on the state of national and international politics at Chatham House.

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On Thursday, May hosted members of the policy for the Police Bravery Awards at No 10. She wore her orange Nehru Daniel Blake jacket, black trousers and an oversized necklace.

Later in the evening, it was the annual No 10 staff party. May wore her houndstooth Amanda Wakeley coat.

And on Friday, May was in her Maidenhead constituency where she placed a pair of leopard kitten heels at an exhibition in the Maidenhead Heritage Centre. She wore a navy blazer from Herno, matching trousers, leopard flats and an oversized necklace.

Westminster: Theresa May's Week

A busy week in Westminster- here's a recap of what Theresa May has been up to.

On Monday, the PM visited the NATO Maritime HQ to say thank you to members of the armed services. May wore her olive Piazza Sempione blazer, flared cropped trousers and a pair of leopard kitten heels.

On Tuesday, May was at Number 10 for Cabinet and other meetings. She wore her purple Daniel Blake suit, the leopard Charlotte Olympia Kitty heels and the silver chain necklace and bracelet from Amanda Wakeley.

Later in the day she hosted private receptions and welcomed Cindy McCain to Number 10. May wore her bright blue Amanda Wakeley shift dress, a pink and blue Ballsmania necklace from Mirta Bijoux and the Rosebud heels from Russell & Bromley.

On Wednesday, the PM took part in Prime Minister's Questions. May wore her new Notch Collar coat in angelica green wool herringbone from Daniel Blake, a white dress, a green wooden necklace and a pair of snakeskin kitten heels.

And on Thursday, May was at Number 10 and in her constituency. She wore her new baby blue Daniel Blake tailored jacket and trousers, the Delicious leopard flats from Russell & Bromley and a plastic blue necklace from Jaeger. 

PMQs and the EU: Theresa May's Week

From the weekly PMQs session to a trip to Brussels, here's a recap of Theresa May's week.

On Monday, the Prime Minister was announced more support for mental health services, and held a roundtable with mental health and community leaders.

She also welcomed Afghanistan's President to Number 10 and Colombia's President - a busy day for diplomatic affairs! The PM wore her new baby blue trouser suit from Daniel Blake, teaming it with the leopard Kitty kitten heels from Charlotte Olympia and an oversized necklace.

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On Wednesday, the PM attended Prime Minister's Questions. It was back to a classic outfit, with May wearing a navy shift dress, teal coat from Hobbs and navy kitten heels from Russell & Bromley. She also debuted a new oversized blue necklace. Colour coordination at its best!

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And on Thursday, May attended a memorial service for Lord Haywood at Westminster Abbey with four former Prime Minister's. She wore her cobalt Amanda Wakeley dress (available here!) navy kitten heels from Russell & Bromley and the BallsMania seasonal necklace from Mirta Bijoux.

Later in the day May flew to Brussels for an EU Council meeting.

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TechEast and Geneva: Theresa May's Week

From opening London Tech Week to delivering a speech on modern slavery in Geneva, here's a recap of Theresa May's week.

Monday saw the PM address the London Tech Week conference. May wore her ice blue blazer and the metallic blue Mirta Bijoux Balls necklace and bracelet.

On Tuesday the PM was in Geneva to deliver a speech at the ILO International Labour Conference on ending modern slavery. May wore her navy Escada skirt suit with a garnet jewelled necklace and the Curve heels from Russell & Bromley. She also met with the Prime Minister of Nepal at Number 10.

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On Wednesday May visited Imperial College as part of the announcement that the UK government will commit to the target to end the country’s contribution to climate change to almost zero by 2050.

Later in the day she took part in the weekly Prime Minister's Questions. She wore her navy Military Knotch jacket from Daniel Blake.

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And on Thursday we had a new outfit debut! May wore an acid yellow blouse from Daniel Blake, pairing it with a black and grey tailored coat from the London designer.

Theresa May's New Mirta Bijoux Necklace

We know that Theresa May has many Mirta Bijoux necklaces in her wardrobe, and she's added a new one!

The Italian brand has aptly named the collection after the Prime Minister, and May has worn the new oval shaped necklace in bright blue several times over the past few weeks. Available in 6 colour ways and some other striking styles, it's a great seasonal accessory that works well with a crisp white shirt and blazer as well as a dress.

See the full collection and other great pieces from the May line here. 

Wales and Scotland: Theresa May's Week

From two party conferences in Wales and Scotland, here's a recap of Theresa May's week.

Theresa May started the week with a dinner at The Goring with other female Cabinet members. The PM wore a new dress for this private event - the Cobalt Colour Shift Dress by Amanda Wakeley.

On Wednesday, May was back in the Commons for Prime Minister's Questions. She wore our favourite Daniel Blake navy military Knotch jacket with navy trousers and the Curve heels from Russell & Bromley.

And on Thursday, May welcomed Iceland's Prime Minister to Number 10. She wore the purple Orchid Daniel Blake suit and the leopard kitten heels from Charlotte Olympia.

She also hit the local election trail, voting at her local polling station, switching to jeans and a Herno jacket.

Friday saw the PM address both the Welsh and Scottish Party conferences. May wore a white Peserico blazer with black trousers and the Charlize flats from Russell & Bromley. She accessorised with a blue Mirta Bijoux Balls necklace and bracelet.

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