While in Australia recovering from breast cancer treatment Jeanette met with Kylie Minogue to discuss some designs for photo shoots, her Showgirl Princess book and future projects. Some were used in photo shoots with William Baker, her capelet joined her costume exhibition, some went back to London with her and others were used by sister Danni on various television appearances.

Following the inspiration from the jewelled gown (see below), I created this jewelled capelet in the same style. It was originally designed for Kylie Minogue; because of time restraints she received the jewelled lace version instead. After making the gown I felt it the perfect time to complete the capelet, it's breathtaking and remains one of my favourite pieces.

This piece came to me as a vision that just had to be made. I collaborated with a dear friend Marie Moran who lovingly made the dress base, then I spent the next month or so embellishing the piece.  I worked on it constantly, putting my back out in the process and ending up in hospital! (True story)

Dress Information: This unique couture dress is constructed of a bias cut silk skirt, and metal based bodice, fitted to a transparent mesh lining. The skill and labour involved to mould the metal to the body shape is unsurpassed and truly one of a kind. Over 700 metal pieces were meticulously soldered together one by one to form the bodice and metal decoration. Another10,344 (Yes, over ten thousand!) crystal and crystal based pearls were individually set, to create the jewelled effect. It is a truly unique statement piece and is set with the finest Swarovski crystals and Swarovski pearls, hence the effect it creates when worn is spectacular.  It has a matching bag and accessories.

Jeanette was honoured to make jewellery for Marina Prior's concert with Jose Carreras. She had the privilege to meet them both backstage and hear the warm up, what voices!  Jeanette has also made jewellery for Marina's Carols by Candelight performances. Dress was made by Mariana Hardwick.

Jeanette Maree’s jewelled accessories were worn on models for a national hair demonstration for matrix. The amazing hair styles were created by award winning stylist Andrea de Deugd.