Tag: luxury
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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, with an incredible tradition rooted…
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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, large semi-arid sandy savannas have…
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OM COLLECTION FROM YOUNG BY DILYS’: SLOW, MINDFUL, DELICATE
Throwaway culture isn’t a new phenomenon. In fact, it has been around since the 1960s and was associated with mass consumerism, where the average consumer’s mindset is instilled with dated views on material value. Today, throwaway culture has not only been on the rise – it’s the norm. This is partly because of the proliferation…
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TIFFANY’S SPECIAL EDITION BONE CUFFS COME IN BRIGHT NEW HUES
by Smitha Sadanandan The timeless icon designed by Elsa Peretti comes in colourful hues and carved stones to honour its 50th anniversary Earlier this May in New York, Tiffany & Co. unveiled a special edition of Elsa Peretti’s famed Bone cuff, reimagined by the iconic designer. The alluring, shiny new hues celebrate Peretti’s love…
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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 jewellery industry, particularly in design,…
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FABERGÉ’S CELESTIAL INSPIRATIONS
by Smitha Sadanandan 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 a…
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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 create unusual and surprising pieces.…
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COLETTE’S DIVINE COLLECTION: SANTOS Y CIELOS
Colette Steckel Back Story: Colette Steckel grew up between France and Mexico and, though incredibly different, both countries continue to play a large part in who she is, all while informing her design aesthetic. “I still call both countries my home, as my family and I split our time between Paris, Mexico City, and a…
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WELCOME TO THE PIAGET VIRTUAL SALON
With the recent launch of its new virtual boutique in Singapore, Piaget has accelerated its digital presence and brings the Maison Piaget experience to a whole new dimension – one that is accessible, interactive, and perfect for our current lifestyle. According to Petronille de Parseval, Managing Director of Piaget South East Asia and Australia, “Our…
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HANNAH MARTIN’S NEW ACT OF REBELLION
by Smitha Sadanandan London-based Hannah Martin’s latest collection – A New Act Of Rebellion – is a call to arms, if you will. Safety pins and hardware essentials have inspired the designs that feed into the idea of the “DIY punk feel” of the collection, which is rife with references to rebellion. One of…
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A NEW EÉRA IN PLAYFUL DESIGN
Brand: EÉRA Founders: Chiara Capitani & Romy Blanga Based In: Milan, Italy How They Met: Before launching EÈRA with Romy, Chiara was a design consultant for a variety of fashion houses, specialising in bringing creative projects to life, while Romy previously worked for a number of fashion houses in PR and brand communications before moving…
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THE MIKIMOTO EVOLUTION
Mikimoto has been a leader in the world of cultured pearls for over 120 years. What’s next for the Japanese jewellery brand? In 1893, Kokichi Mikimoto set out on a quest for beauty and perfection, resulting in the establishment of Mikimoto – a brand synonymous with exquisite cultured pearls. The impressive feat of cultivating something…