Author: Solitaire Magazine
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BEST CERAMIC JEWELLERY FOR 2022
More jewellery designers are employing ceramic in their creations for head-turning results. Here are our favourites. How do designers stand out from the crowd? In the highly competitive world of jewellery, first impression is key. And it’s here where designers capture our attention – with bold and daring designs, where conformity is no longer an…
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THE SMILEY COMPANY X MESSIKA LAUNCH ALERT
It’s party time at The Smiley Company as Messika joins the celebration. As the Smiley turns 50, the French Maison has come up with three limited edition creations, all dusted with diamonds to make you smile. A quick backstory: The Smiley was designed by French journalist Franklin Loufrani for the newspaper France-Soir in 1971 –…
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CROSS COLLECTION BY CHRISTINA SOUBLI
Greek designer Christina Soubli’s Cross collection is quickly evolving into one of her best-sellers. Her popular Dentelles line’s filigree technique has prompted the designer to employ those stylish little details to shape her cross pendants, both big and small. “Filigree is my signature technique and it also allows me to add volume without that much…
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PALMIERO CELEBRATES THE GLORIOUS GINKGO
Palmiero’s latest range, the Ginkgo Collection, not only highlights beautiful jewellery creations – it celebrates hope, strength, and longevity as well. Palmiero’s founder, Carlo Palmiero, constantly looks to nature for inspiration. His masterpieces from various collections like Rays of Sun, Embracing Flowers, Animals, and more, all call to mind the intricacies of the natural world.…
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JEWELBOX: CHOPARD INSOFU EMERALD
The Chopard Insofu Emerald is a landmark stone; an extraordinary discovery that is sure to light up the history of jewellery. This rare, exceptional find was discovered in the Kagem mine in Zambia and is one of the most important emeralds ever found in terms of weight (6,225 carats) and quality. In time, remarkable jewels…
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A FINE LINE BETWEEN CRAFT AND SENSE
Solitaire gets an exclusive look at one of Cartier’s modern high jewellery masterpieces: the Alaxoa necklace from the latest Sixième Sens Par Cartier collection. How does one perceive the sixth sense? For Cartier, it is a stirring of emotions, sparked by a stimulation of all senses, that can only be felt intimately and intuitively. That…
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Smart Wealth
An early start has provided this young entrepreneur with wisdom and determination beyond her years.
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The Allure of Patek Philippe Jewellery Timepieces
The manufacture’s mastery of artful gem-setting techniques transforms haute joaillerie models into precious jewels.
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COMMITTED TO DESIGN
What does bridal ring shopping in times of social distancing and travel restrictions look like? We spoke to a few jewellery designers to learn more about virtual consultations, design processes, and challenges. We also found out how they persevered in resourceful ways to retain the sparkle in their businesses. Grace Lee Los Angeles-based designer Grace…
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Your Future And Your Wealth
Planning ahead can cushion the impact of an unexpected event. Before the pandemic, architect Jonathan Quek would take his family everywhere — from France to New Zealand — on twice yearly trips. His goal was to expose his three children, now aged 12, 10 and seven, to different cultures, languages and people. “It’s amazing watching…
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ALL EYES ON SOUTHEAST ASIAN TALENT
We place five independent and emerging jewellery designers from Southeast Asia and its diaspora in the spotlight The first wave of jewellery designers from Asia, primarily from China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan have made an indelible mark in recent years, gaining global interest and establishing a loyal following in the West. However, jewellery artists of…
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JEWELS ON THE CUSP OF REVOLUTION
As technology and sustainability demand attention and digital and physical worlds interplay, jewellery design and manufacture head to new frontiers. We’re certain 2022 promises a jewellery revolution. The lines between art, sculpture, and jewellery will blur with a value shift to creativity rather than purely precious material content. This, coupled with demand for planet-conscious sustainable…