The August birthstone—believed to ward off evil spirits—is gaining traction with celebrities on the red carpet
Peridots are believed to have been Cleopatra’s favourite gemstone—and today, they’re becoming increasingly popular among red carpet regulars and royals alike.
Here, we take a look at celebrities who’ve sported the “gem of the sun”.
Anna Wintour
Above Anna Wintour arrives at The 2022 Met Gala wearing a peridot-studded tiara (Photo: Gilbert Carrasquillo/Getty Images)
Vogue's global editorial director wore a tiara made of diamonds and peridots in floral and ribbon motifs at the Met Gala in May. According to fashion journalist Laurie Brookins, the vintage diadem is Wintour’s family heirloom, and was made in America in 1910.
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