Author: Solitaire Magazine
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LOUIS VUITTON
LASTING FINERY An ode to the modern woman’s timeless style At the recent Haute Couture week in Paris, legendary French fashion house Louis Vuitton embodied the essential image of its ideal woman in a stunning new high jewellery collection aptly named Conquêtes, French for ‘conquests’. The pieces combine two of the Maison’s emblematic signature motifs…
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COVER STORY
LIFE IS A PARTY. DRESS LIKE IT – Audrey Hepburn Sure, you have your reliable little black dress to get you through the festive season. But why not surprise your friends, or even yourself, and show up at a party in a ‘full-on holiday’ mode? Go for silver, sequined, or generally bright outfits — but…
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PATEK PHILIPPE
THE ART OF TIME Championing artisans and their rare hand craftsmanship As we race towards a future dominated by industrialisation and technology, where does it leave a 178-year-old watchmaker like Patek Philippe, a brand that prides itself on tradition and horological legacy? While the brand stands firmly rooted on its heritage, it continues to focus…
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LAZARE DIAMONDS
ROLLIN’ WITH THE TIMES One brand’s enduring vision for elegant designs and timeless luxury In our Insta-obsessed, social media-oriented world, how do you make diamonds appealing enough to catch the fleeting attention of the millennial generation? Like most luxury jewellery brands, this was a challenge that the 114-year old diamond company, Lazare Kaplan International, faced.…
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GAL GADOT
OUR KIND OF WOMAN Wonder Woman Gal Gadot, a real down-to-earth beauty The latest Wonder Woman blockbuster, with a box office total of over $800 million, has turned Israeli actress and model Gal Gadot into an overnight sensation. After doing supporting roles for years, the 32-year-old mother of two has effortlessly transitioned into one of…
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SNOWFLAKE JEWELS
ETHEREALLY YOURS Delicate jewels inspired by the winter season A breathtaking geometric wonder, a snowflake is one of nature’s most exquisite works of art. As small, cool sculptures of frozen water, the star-shaped snowflakes have long inspired jewellery designers to create sparkling jewels most suitable for the festive season’s endless soirées. Harry Winston The Lotus…
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JEWELLERY TRENDS 2018
STEP UP YOUR GEM GAME A guide to 2018 Jewellery Trends In this ‘mobile’ age, fashion trends, unfortunately, are short-lived and changing faster than ever. Nowadays, a trend lasts only a few months, a season, or maximum a year. To help you keep up in style and fashionably ease into the brand new year, here’s…
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PARTY WATCHES
IT’S ‘TIME’ TO PARTY Brighten up the season with these exquisite wrist candies This festive season, bring your own sparkle to any party, wearing one of these glamorous jewellery watches. Impress your guests with a gem-set timepiece, or dazzle your host with a sophisticated complication. Breguet Featuring over 36 carats of diamonds, Breguet’s Haute Joaillerie…
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HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS
IN THE BOX Insider tips for successful jewellery gifting How do you choose the right jewellery gift to make the season much sweeter for your loved one? Women, of course, have a long list of jewels they want to own, but to find the right one can be tricky. As for the men, you want…
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GEMS OF ASIA
QUINTESSENTIALLY ASIAN Home-grown, exceptional gems that redefine high jewellery Home to many precious stones, Asia is known for its impressive list of quality gemstones. Of the stones unearthed here, these four are renowned for their exquisite use in jewellery. From Kashmir sapphires and lush pinkish-red spinels, to fine, opaque jade and playful turquoises, these Asian…