Author: Solitaire Magazine

  • NOVEMBER DESIGNER: LYNN BAN

    Sometimes referred to as the “drama queen” of New York’s jewellery scene, Lynn Ban loves provocative designs. The Singapore-born, US-based designer has garnered an impressive celebrity clientele in just over five years.     Among the favourite pieces from her latest Omber collection are bold multi-strand ear cuffs that sit in the hollow of the…

  • NO LIMITS TO EMBELLISHMENTS

    Body piercing may sound like an impulse to some but not to Maria Tash. Part of the fine jewellery industry for over 21 years, the designer and retailer is no stranger to trends and embellishments. Combining her passion and love for the art of body piercing, Indian-Pakistani designs and jewellery, Maria Tash wanted to produce…

  • WHY THIS PATEK PHILIPPE WATCH WILL BREAK RECORDS

    At the upcoming Christie’s Important Watches sale, the auction house will be featuring a unique 18k white gold triangular bracelet watch with diamond crystal glass, Ref. 3843/1 by Patek Philippe. Here, we explain why we think this timepiece will break records during its Hong Kong sale on 28 November 2016, Grand Hall, Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre.…

  • SHADES OF TOPAZ YOU NEED TO KNOW

    Bringing joy, generosity and good health — topaz may not be the rarest of gems but is certainly one to covet. A hard and durable gemstone, topaz is also dubbed as the stone of love as it known to help stabilise emotions and allows an openness to intense feelings.This traditional November birthstone too, comes in various…

  • CHARM BRACELETS FOR EVERYDAY WEAR

    Jewellery is an investment, many only wearing the prized pieces to the extravagant events. But recently, jewellery designers have recognised the demand for wearable jewellery. Worn on casual days, we’ve looked to the dainty pieces that would add the right amount of sparkle for your weekly tea sessions. But for those who prefer the chunky…

  • CHIC CHRISTMAS

    The festive season is just around the corner, and this only means one thing: year-end parties. So dust off your dancing shoes, take out your favourite jewellery, and party with panache. Elaborate jewellery pieces with coloured stones and diamonds are definitely the go-tos for holiday accessories. But this year has seen some groundbreaking, unique designs…

  • THE RAINBOW COLLECTION

    With various combinations of black, silver, gold, and brown, most timepieces tend to be on the conservative side of colour — save for a few exceptions. Complications may have a pop of red or other shades on, say, the seconds hand or hour markers. And ladies might see a little more colour in bejewelled pieces,…

  • PINK AND POWERFUL

    Delicate and easy on the eyes, the colour pink depicts compassion, love, and healing. No wonder ladies are drawn to this sweet hue. And when paired with sophisticated complications, pink packs a pretty yet powerful wallop in ladies’ timepieces. Allow these rose-coloured horological masterpieces — from pastel, bright, to intense — to satisfy your inner…

  • JEWELS EVERY SCORPIO WOMAN SHOULD OWN

    Born between 23 October to 21 November, a Scorpio woman is most commonly known as the “lady boss” who call the shots. Very expressive with her emotions, passionate and decisive, the Scorpio woman should never be taken lightly when they mean business. Probably one of the hardest signs to please, SolitaireLuxe  recommends getting pieces that symbolise their…

  • STROKES OF LUCK

    STROKES OF LUCK

    Aesthetics notwithstanding, colours are often linked to the way a certain gemstone may benefit its wearer. A red stone, for example, is said to aid blood circulation; while a blue one helps mental clarity. Besides the famous jade, with its symbolic energy highly regarded in Asia, we explore some of the more popular, not to…

  • FANITY AFFAIR

    FANITY AFFAIR

    From the 17th to 19th century, the handheld fan was a crucial accessory that determined the social status of women. The more decorative the fan, the more desired it was among ladies of higher classes. Shielding faces from the glare of the sun or hiding a demure smile, the fan was both utilitarian and ornamental.…

  • OUR TOP FIVE INSTAGRAM JEWELLERY FAVOURITES

    OUR TOP FIVE INSTAGRAM JEWELLERY FAVOURITES

    We love our jewellery as much as our social media. A place to connect, share (and, flaunt!) our favourite eye candies, we search for our top five favourite #jewellery hits that are changing and challenging the way we wear our sparkling accessories today.   Share your looks with us by hashtagging #solitaireluxe and who knows,…