DG Rosary beads
Earlier this year, the Pope spoke out against the wearing of rosary beads and crucifixes by people making a fashion rather than religious statement, but the Pontiff's message hasn't filtered down to school kids and trendsters in the UK who are currently adorning religious jewellery. Italian designer label D&G are at least partly responsible: their rosary beads which came out at the end of last year have been very popular with fashion heads and celebrities. The black version (?5) has been selling out fast and D&G staff inform us that this is because customers are buying three or four sets at once to be worn together ¨¤ la David Beckham. Currently, Dolce & Gabbana in Old Bond Street has some black sets in stock - call 020 7659 9000 to reserve yours now. Otherwise you might want to consider D&G's more expensive gold (?80) and silver (?70) versions or take a chance on ebay where one black pair is going for ?50 (reserve price not yet met on this) and another set with a single bead missing (the seller is adamant that you can't see the fault once they're on) is at ?2 here. If you don't need designer versions, your local Catholic church or religious paraphernalia shop will sell you a decent plastic or wooden set priced ?-?0.

Dolce & Gabbana, 6-8 Old Bond Street, London W1. Telephone: 020 7659 9000.

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