Marion Fasel is a jewellery historian and author of eight other books on twentieth-century jewellery. She is the founder of the online jewellery magazine, The Adventurine. Fasel’s new book, Beautiful Creatures: Jewelry Inspired by the Animal Kingdom, depicts some of the most spectacular beasts transformed into sparkling treasures. She tells…
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TIANCHENG INTERNATIONAL JEWELLERY AND JADEITE AUTUMN AUCTION 2020
An auction that should not be missed, highlighting dazzling diamonds, the finest gemstones, and jadeite 6.70-Carat Natural Fancy Deep Yellow VS1 Clarity Excellent Polish and Symmetry Diamond Ring On 28 November, an array of treasures will be on offer at the Tiancheng International Jewellery and Jadeite Autumn Auction. The main…
STARDUST: THE WORK AND LIFE OF JEWELER EXTRAORDINAIRE FRÉDÉRIC ZAAVY
If you are a fan of Frédéric Zaavy, who has created famous pieces for Fabergé, you’d be delighted to see more of his works in a coffee table book. The first monograph dedicated to the Parisian artist-jeweller is being launched this month. Frédéric Zaavy New York-based photographers John Bigelow Taylor…
ANCIENT TECHNIQUE REVIVAL
With the rise of new-age technology and the proliferation of mechanised production, there’s been a resurgence of contemporary jewellers who are reviving, restoring, and celebrating ancient techniques. Here are four notable ones. Gold Engraving For centuries, the earliest craftsmen adopted carving and engraving as a mode of artistic expression. This…
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,…
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…
CINDY CHAO TAKES ON NEW HEIGHTS
Cindy Chao reflects on 15 years in the business and growth in her latest collection The past five years have been phenomenal for Cindy Chao. Her award-winning sculptural jewellery graced the red carpets of the Met Gala and the Oscars, impressing fashion pundits with her undeniably Asian aesthetic. Then there…
GUY MEETS GIRL
Guy Bedarida’s fresh vision for Marina B. is the most exciting yet for the renowned brand. Almost three years have passed since Guy Bedarida acquired the jewellery company Marina B., and today, the designer-turned-businessman claims it has been “a whirlwind, an eye-opening experience”. Mr. Bedarida is well regarded in the…
FABERGÉ’S CELESTIAL INSPIRATIONS
Fabergé draws inspiration from the celestial world for its new Hilal Crescent Collection. The festival-ready line up of jewels include a pendant, earrings and ring. The capsule collection owes its name to the Arabic term for ‘crescent moon.’ Referencing spirituality and symbolism, the design handcrafted in 18k yellow gold features…
THE ART OF COLLABORATION
Collaborations that bring creative flair to the world of jewellery Luxury jewellers have, in the past, embraced collaborations with original talents and artisans. Oftentimes, they remained an invisible tribe that merely lent their imagination and skill. However, we have seen a shift in the way jewellers collaborate; merging ideas to…
