Tag: fine jewellery
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PALACE’S WONDERS: SIMONE JEWELS’ HIGH JEWELLERY COLLECTION, DOLMABAHCE
Simone Jewels’ latest collection of masterpieces, DOLMABAHCE, is an exquisite homage to the grandeur and opulence of the historic Dolmabahçe Palace, Istanbul. Built during the height of the Ottoman Empire, the Dolmabahçe Palace, known for its artistic influences, stands as a testament to the empire’s unparalleled stateliness in the 14th and 15th centuries. Simone Ng…
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INVESTING IN CONTEMPORARY LUXURY WITH GOLDHEART’S NEW 999 GOLD GU FA JIN COLLECTION
by Priyanka Elhence Goldheart’s latest collection for modern consumers and savvy investors revives the art of Gu Fa Jin – the ancient imperial Chinese goldsmithing technique. One of the highlights of the Goldheart 999 Gold Gu Fa Jin collection is that it brings together ancient craft and Chinese heritage and culture as symbols of contemporary luxury,…
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ULTRALUXE 2024: A CURATED COLLECTION OF FASHION AND JEWELLERY
UltraLuxe 2024 brings together a world-class curation of haute design and meticulous craft by internationally acclaimed independent jewellery designers and houses, prestigious watchmakers, celebrated fashion designers and niche luxury brands. UltraLuxe 2024, Asia’s foremost festival of niche luxury, returns to Singapore from 4 to 13 October. Held at the TENT@ Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza,…
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SHANYA AMARASURIYA ON HOW B.P. DE SILVA CONTINUES TO INSPIRE CHANGE
By Sasha Gonzales Shanya Amarasuriya fifth-generation jeweller and creative director of B.P. de Silva Jewellers tells us about her design influences, how she found her calling, and how she sees the brand evolving. Having grown up in a family of jewellers, it’s no surprise that Shanya Amarasuriya is a creative force at her family’s…
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SIJE SOLIDIFIES STATUS AS THE REGION’S JEWELLERY HUB
The presence of a contingent of Italy’s renowned jewellers is set to boost Italian and European exports to Singapore and the ASEAN region. Several important jewellery pieces also debut at SIJE 2024. The Singapore International Jewelry Expo (SIJE) 2024, Singapore’s most prestigious and longest-running jewellery show is held from 11 to 14 July at the Sands Expo &…
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EXPRESS INTIMATE BONDS WITH BESPOKE, CUSTOM JEWELLERY
Affectionate bonds are best expressed in bespoke or custom jewellery where every element holds a special meaning Giving a piece of jewellery as a present is a challenging task, but it is one that can be accomplished to perfection. Ultimately, the right piece is one that bears an intimate meaning that is shared between the…
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PHILANTHROPIST AMANDA TOH-STECKLER KEEPS HER HANDS ON THE WHEEL AND HER EYES ON THE ROAD
he motoring enthusiast and socialite moves through life as if she’s on the driver’s seat: she knows her destination and the best way to get there.
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HOW THE STRONG & PRECIOUS ART FOUNDATION HELPS UKRAINIAN JEWELLERS
The Strong & Precious Art Foundation is inspiring Ukrainian jewellery designers to brandish their artistic heritage through their work
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JEWELLERY TIMEPIECES SET THE HOURS AGLOW
by Lili Li Gemstones and fanciful designs are paired with precision mechanism. If the raison d’etre of every timepiece is merely to tell the time, we will obligingly strap dull and functional mini machines on our wrists. But, alas, it isn’t. Timepieces are an expression of hopeful anticipation, making the passage of time a…
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STANDOUTS FROM THE 2023 HJ COLLECTIONS
by Smitha Sadanandan There was nothing diminutive in the high jewellery offerings last year. Luxury maisons wowed us with volume, luscious stones, dreamy designs, and innovative techniques as they celebrated their commitment to the craft. We hunt down some of the memorable designs. TIFFANY & CO.: Flight of Fancy The Bird on a Rock…
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LUXURY JEWELLERY BRAND ALIGNS KEY BUSINESS ACTIVITIES TO SUSTAINABILITY GOALS
by Li Haohan, photos courtesy of Boucheron ‘Precious For The Future’, an impact report published in 2022, outlines Boucheron’s sustainability framework and initiatives, covering areas that range from sourcing to operations, and supply chain A key focus for the Maison’s sustainability commitment is raw materials – mostly comprising precious metals and stones – which…
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MAKE EVERY DAY THAT SPECIAL DAY
Making Jewellery A Part of One’s Daily Life Understanding the real value of a precious piece of jewellery begins with wearing it every day