Author: Solitaire Magazine
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SIJE SOLIDIFIES STATUS AS THE REGION’S JEWELLERY HUB
The presence of a contingent of Italy’s renowned jewellers is set to boost Italian and European exports to Singapore and the ASEAN region. Several important jewellery pieces also debut at SIJE 2024. The Singapore International Jewelry Expo (SIJE) 2024, Singapore’s most prestigious and longest-running jewellery show is held from 11 to 14 July at the Sands Expo &…
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RIVER EXPLORATIONS WITH UNIWORLD
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, the most luxurious all-inclusive river cruise line, traverses the world’s most fabled rivers and offers unique experiences for even the most seasoned travelers. To keep clients and potential guests updated on future journeys, Uniworld held an intimate gathering on 17 April 2024 at ARTitude Galería, Dempsey Hill. A select group of…
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GET WRAPPED AT THE VINYL CLINIC
Here’s a new way to redefine your ride. Do you want to give your automobile a new look without having to shell out a lot of money for a paint job? Let’s not forget the lengthy down time and your interior smelling like a spray paint shop after sitting at the workshop for weeks. Then…
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THE SENSES OF LUXURY
The last 18 months have seen BMW roll out key high-end models with technological touchstones that reflect the future of the Bavarian automobile brand. While BMW’s Creative Director of Sound, Dr Renzo Vitale, and his team focus on producing auto soundscapes for tomorrow’s BMW electric vehicle owners, current drivers can still enjoy the familiar, and…
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PLANET EARTH: HOW CAN ART HELP SAVE THE ENVIRONMENT?
Planet Earth, Singapore’s largest art gallery focusing on sustainable art, wants to start important conversations about the environment through metal sculptures and innovative art pieces. “Owning art is not just about acquiring a beautiful object; it’s an investment in creativity and cultural heritage,” says art gallery Planet Earth. But Planet Earth’s ethos goes beyond just being…
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SECRET SINGAPORE: DESIGNING THE FUTURE OF WELLNESS
By Marc Almagro Photos by Alvinn Lim Video and video editing by Tracey Nguyen Assisted by Zulfadli Bin Rahman More and more answers to questions about the future of health are embedded in our genetic makeup and are emerging from labs where they are examined, identified and applied to prevent or arrest certain types of…
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EXPRESS INTIMATE BONDS WITH BESPOKE, CUSTOM JEWELLERY
Affectionate bonds are best expressed in bespoke or custom jewellery where every element holds a special meaning Giving a piece of jewellery as a present is a challenging task, but it is one that can be accomplished to perfection. Ultimately, the right piece is one that bears an intimate meaning that is shared between the…
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MITA VOHRA
JEWEL TALK WITH MITA VOHRA On personal style and passion for jewellery Kenya-born, London-based Indian entrepreneur Mita Vohra made a crossover from law to hospitality, and later detoured into jewellery — a circuitous route, no doubt, but one that she gladly took. She first launched her fine jewellery brand Jooal, along with her ex-husband. After…
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GRAFF DIAMONDS
THE LEGACY DAZZLES ON Celebrating heritage with a new iconic collection Famously dubbed ‘King of Diamonds’ and Jeweller to the Stars’ in the course of his life, the achievements and exploits of American jeweller Harry Winston occupy an immortal place in jewellery — especially diamond — lore and history. At 12, he reputedly discovered a…
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LEONORI GIOIELLI
SET IN STONE A tribute to rare gems and Italian craftsmanship Cesare Leonori has been making jewellery since he was 14 years old, when he started assisting his father, a jeweller. But he had begun learning long before that. As a young boy, he often rushed home from school to observe his father, Agostino, transforming…
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JESSICA BIEL
GEM OF A LADY Jessica Biel on personal style and vintage jewellery Rumour had it that Justine Timberlake had given The Sinner star, Jessica Biel, a ring that wasn’t quite right, and the couple took longer to look for one that suited her. Others said that perhaps pre-nuptial agreements were getting in the way. There…
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SARTORO JEWELRY
SIBLING REVELRY Championing traditional savoir-faire and innovative approach to fine jewellery Family-run fine jewellery brand Sartoro is a treasured fixture within the jewellery scene in Bangkok. With a profound design understanding, siblings Arto and Saro Artinian, who co-founded the brand in 2001, continue to preserve traditional jewellery-making techniques while embracing new ones. “We want our…