Credit crunch? Not in Dubai, it seems - they were partying like it was 1999 when the much-hyped Atlantis opened at The Palm last week. But we bargainistas can take some style tips from the assembled celebs: this festive season, it’s about the rocks, not the frocks. Lindsay Lohan accessorised her simple lbd with some serious sparklers; likewise, Charlize Theron set off her white halter dress with chandelier earrings; while Jade Jagger piled on the necklaces ‘08 style. Message? If you’re looking for a way to update last year’s dress or glam up a high street buy, it’s jewellery that’s making a statement this party season.

image: Getty/Atlantis, The Palm

Feeling special? Then treat yourself to something sparkly at online designer jewellery store Astley Clarke. Enter the code IAMSPECIAL at checkout for a 22 per cent discount between now and midnight on Thursday 13th November; this falls to 18 per cent on Friday and 14 per cent next Monday - so if you’re a fan of designers like Jade Jagger, Vinnie Day and Monica Vinader, as well as the store’s own collection, now is the time to buy.

Best of the rest:

• Jigsaw’s autumn collection was well received by fashion editors, and there’s 30 per cent off selected pieces in store from now until 15th November.
• Enjoy 20 per cent off London designer fashion at Almost Famous until 16 November with the code LYNKUAW08 (and you can also find big savings on the brand here at koodos, of course).
• Take 20 per cent off any full price product at online lingerie retailer figleaves.com when you quote friends and family code BHA13 at checkout.
• It’s VIP week at Dorothy Perkins: enter your email address here to claim 20 per cent off one transaction online or in store. What to look for? Satin prom dresses and bright satin clutches to see you through the party season.

Getting ready for the party season? Well what better than a Monica Vinader cocktail ring at half price to complete your look? The jewellery label of choice for Cheryl Cole on the X Factor, you can also see her wearing it here in the current Nintendo ads. The line is also a favourite with the fashion press, featuring recently in Grazia and ES. Snap yours up before they go here.

There is something a little bit magical about these latest Emma Watson shots for Vogue Italia and no Harry Potter is no where to be seen.

Lil’ Em is all grown up it seems, as she modeled couture for the iconic magazine, being shot by the artistic eye of photographer Mark Seliger. The young actress, who is fast becoming a name in demand throughout the fashion world, said she was so amazed by the quality of the dresses (daaaarling we ARE talking couture) and the fact the jewellery she was wearing had to come with it’s own body guards…

I think it’s fair to say, Miss Watson has come a long way from the frizzy haired goody-goody who first shot to fame in Harry Potter almost 10 years ago now (can you believe it?), looks stunning, and totally within her rights to be there. In fact this is not the first time Emma has been in demand with high fashion…

Having amassed a fortune of over £10 million, Emma has acknowledge she will ‘never have to work for money’ so what better to do than to pose for vogue instead?

(photography from vogue.com)