Caratell’s years in the industry, coupled with a nimble approach to the business and understanding of the market and their clients, results in an optimistic view of the future. Michael Koh There’s no denying that the future seems uncertain for most – especially those working in the luxury industry. With…
THE NEW CHIC ACCESSORY: MASK CHAINS
As face masks transformed from health and hygiene gear to mandatory wear, a few jewellers got creative and amped up the style factor with chains and beads. Saskia Diez mask chain Old shirts really came in handy for Saskia Diez when she set out to sew some simple masks for…
SPOTLIGHT ON SAPPHIRES
If you haven’t splurged on birthstone jewellery (sapphires) for September, here are some lovely designs to choose from. With blue sapphire embellishments and accents, these fine jewellery pieces also make a great gift for the upcoming holiday season. Larissa Moraes Jewelry, Cathy Waterman, Established, Brent Neale, Van Gelder, Eriness, Ana…
ZOOM IN ON THESE NEW SPARKLERS FROM THE JEWELLERY WORLD
Brand: Jude Benhalim Founder: Jude Benhalim (Cairo) Latest Launch: For her capsule line of convertible sunglass chains, Jude Benhalim remixes elements from her SS20 Etruria Collection. Reminiscent of the ancient Etruscan civilisation, circle motifs and spiral symbols, the handmade brass chains, dipped in 18k gold, are accented with custom-made resin…
WHAT’S NEW IN THE WORLD OF JEWELLERY
New releases and designs from jewellery brands to keep on your radar Brand: Jemma Wynne Founders: Jenny Klatt and Stephanie Wynne Lalin (New York) Latest Launch: The new additions to the Anniversary Collection emerald and diamond gypsy ring. The Toujours chain pieces, set with emeralds and diamonds, are a standout.…
JEWELS INSPIRED BY NATURE: VAK TO SPARKLE AT SOTHEBY’S
This fall, jewellery connoisseurs all over Asia and beyond will have their eyes glued to the bejewelled cabinet of curiosities being unveiled at Sotheby’s ‘Jewels of Curiosity: Ode to Nature’ online auction, to be held on 20 September 2020 in Hong Kong. The exquisite pieces – all inspired by nature…
THE WORLD OF OBJET D’EMOTION
Valery Demure of Objet d’Emotion talks about transforming her dream jewellery retail concept into a reality Objet d’Emotion is a fine jewellery shopping platform curated by Valery Demure. Founded in October 2018, it presents a selection of talented jewellery artists and aims to connect jewellery lovers with up-and-coming designers. Demure,…
THE FOPE FANTASY LIVES ON
By holding on to important qualities that have defined it over the years – elegance, expertise, and knowing the importance of evolution – FOPE is on its way to an even brighter future. FOPE was established over 90 years ago in Vicenza, Italy, a renaissance town in the Veneto region,…
PARIS HAUTE COUTURE WEEK GOES VIRTUAL
Paris Haute Couture Week is one of the most important weeks in the global fashion and jewellery industry’s calendars. However, this year’s unfortunate events threw a curveball at everything. In addition to fashion shows having no choice but to go digital, the Parisian world of high jewellery followed suit and…
MALAIKA GEMS: BOTSWANA IS OUR MUSE
Aerial view of a village in Botswana Malaika Gems shines the spotlight on Botswana and East African culture through its creations Africa has been a perpetual muse for Botswana-based jewellery brand, Malaika Gems. Malaika, meaning ‘Angel’ in Swahili, is often used to refer to a beautiful girl. Botswana’s culturally rich,…
