Tag: jewellery
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FROM JEWELLER TO LEGACY BUILDER
Michael Koh of Caratell shifts his focus from design to education to ensure that the jewellery industry retains its lustre This year, Caratell, which is one of the finest haute joaillerie ateliers in the region, celebrates 15 years in the jewellery industry. Its founder, Michael Koh, is the driving force for its success. He is…
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90 YEARS OF ITALIAN STYLE
As FOPE turns 90 this year, we take a look at key moments in its history, as well as its contributions to the world of fine jewellery FOPE found its start in 1929 as an Italian goldsmith workshop, which, over the course of 90 years, has evolved into an international jewellery brand celebrated for its…
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THE ACCIDENTAL GEM
The beginning of a pearl is a curious thing. In reality, it is merely an accident – an irritant that makes its way into an oyster, clam, or mussel. But nature has a funny way of transforming this adaptive instinct into something truly magical. As a form of defense mechanism, the oyster secretes an iridescent…
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BRIDES & TRADITIONS
A peek at the different bridal customs and jewellery from around the world Traditions play an important role in weddings. Small ceremonies are as important as the big ones and, often, these traditions date back to ancient times. From wearing a veil to cutting the cake and tying the knot, each of these familiar practices…
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GEM OF A BRIDE
Your ultimate bridal jewellery checklist Her wedding day is one of the most important days in a woman’s life. From the dress to the jewellery, down to the flowers and the shoes, every single detail of her wedding is of utmost importance. In addition, making sure that these details all work perfectly alongside each…
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CLASSIC & TIMELESS
Stunning pearl jewellery for the modern bride Pearls have one of the most fascinating histories among all gems. From the dark ages where they were believed to have magical power of protection, to the Renaissance where laws were put in place to prohibit common people from wearing them, pearls have gone through so much. Yet…
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A UNION TO HAVE AND TO HOLD: Ode to Larry Jewelry and Lazare Diamonds’ 30-year partnership
Thirty years ago, Larry Jewelry and Lazare Diamonds took a vow to satisfy the most discerning jewellery connoisseurs in Asia and across the globe. It was a perfect match of two like-minded companies: Larry Jewelry is one of the leading fine jewellery companies in Asia with boutiques in Hong Kong and Singapore, while Lazare Diamonds…
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INTO THE LIMELIGHT
Get to know the House of Moussaieff, the jewellery world’s best-kept secret While many of the top brands are going big in marketing, the House of Moussaieff has, for over a century, taken a different direction. Shunning the limelight and letting their sparkling collections do all the talking, the UK-based brand has built up a…
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For the Love of Camellia
Chanel brings back Gabrielle’s much-loved muse and emblem Which bride has not agonised for weeks, or even months, over the right bloom for her bouquet, or fussed over the floral arrangements on her big day? Weddings and flowers are always mentioned in the same breath. They are made for each other — much like Chanel…
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THE ULTIMATE SHOWGIRL
As she turns 50, Jennifer Lopez shares some of her secrets to ageing gracefully and living a happy life — hoop earrings, included Watching her night by night on stage in Las Vegas, one could never tell that Jennifer Lopez is turning 50 this this year — which she will be celebrating with a birthday…
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CAST IN STONE
As if making up for the low expectation due to a massively downsized exhibition this year, jewelry brands rallied with a scintillating array of new pieces “Baselworld is the platform for the whole industry, not only watches, but also jewelry, gemstones and related branches,” says Mr. Michel Loris-Melikoff, managing director of Baselworld. Participating brands brightened…
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HELLO, SPRING
Belford Jewellery’s latest collection flutters with happiness Belford Jewellery’s mission is to share their love and passion for high jewellery with the rest of the world. And since 1977, it has been doing exactly that. What began as a passionate hobby of two art-loving owners, doing private commissions for good friends and clients, gradually evolved…