uSfuur — Arabic for ‘bird’ — is Yara Tlass’ newly launched jewellery collection. The Syrian-born, Dubai-based designer first founded a charity organisation, Watanili, that sponsors recreational activities within Syria and supports Syrian refugees through art-therapy workshops and educational programs in 2014. She has since decided to expand Watanili’s initiative by…
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THE ART OF CALDER
Expect to see an array of whimsical, avant-garde, and wearable works of art later this month, as London’s Louisa Guinness Gallery brings together all major jewellery pieces of Alexander Calder from around the world. The Boldness of Calder, the first solo exhibition of the artist’s jewellery hosted by London’s Louisa…
INSPIRED & INFUSED
Priced at US$3 million, The Egoist gold teapot is listed by the Guinness Book of Records as one of the world’s most expensive teapots Made by Italian jeweller Scavia, the teapot serves one cup only, and is embellished with 1,658 brilliant cut diamonds and 386 rubies. This is topped…
CHANEL’S FINGER WATCH
Bigger and better may be a little too cliché in this fast paced generation. The pioneers of the J12 timepiece collection was first launched in 2000 and has since evolved over the years. Chanel Fine Jewellery announced its latest addition, the J12. XS collection, a few days ago. Doing what…
POWER OF LOVE
Brazilian jewellery brand Graziela Gems collaborates with the Ian Somerhalder Foundation to raise awareness about animal rights and environmental protection. A philanthropist, designer and founder of brand, Graziela Kaufman decides to combine her passion for jewellery and humanitarian work by creating an exclusive collection to support the foundation. …
HOUSE OF NOOR FARES
Born and raised in Paris, and of Lebanese heritage, it is no surprise designer Noor Fares produces such eclectic jewellery pieces. A source of inspiration in her works, the Lebanese designer launched her namesake jewellery brand in 2009 and started spreading her influences by stockists including Net-a-Porter, Dover Street Market and Bergdorf…
DAMIANI IN KUALA LUMPUR
International jewellery brand, Damiani, celebrates the inauguration of their new boutique in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Located in the heart of the city’s famous shopping district, Bukit Bintang, the new Damiani flagship store opens at Pavillion shopping mall. Expanding its brand in the Asian market, the new boutique features…
TURNING DUST INTO JEWELS
Dutch designer and entrepreneur Daan Roosegaade might have found a solution to one of the world’s main concerns — air pollution. Creating one of the largest air purifier, a Smog Free Tower, it features a seven-metre high tower that uses just 1,400 watts of electricity per hour to clear…
BRINGING JEWELLERY TO LIFE
South Korea-born artist Lee Yojae takes her love for the little creatures to another level. Using her expertise in metal work and jewellery, Lee combines her talent and interest for insects in her upcoming exhibition Revealing the Strangeness and Hidden Beauty of Insects. “Attracted [to insects’] different and strange proportions…
ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE
Turning weaponry into jewellery might just be the solution to the chaos we are facing. Comprising of artisans who want to express their idealistic opinions through design, ARTICLE22 is sure to make an impact with its first collection, PEACEBOMB. Made in Laos, the collection features handcrafted jewellery made with shrapnels…
