Precious purchases in Venice

Pomellato rings, including these pastel versions, are guaranteed to draw attention

The stiletto-heeled shoes, such as these golden booties, created by Nicolas Kirkwood for Pollini have become a trademark for both the designer and the house

The lion is the symbol of both Venice and Bulgari; the label’s Leoni snakeskin bag is pictured here

Jewellery doesn’t have to be ostentatious to look special, as this gemstone bracelet from Cartier proves

Cinderella would have loved these silk pumps from Casadei’s autumn/winter evening collection

Giorgio Armani’s evening ensembles are stunning and ultra-elegant