Tag: luxury
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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 and Dianne Dubler worked closely…
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A SUCCESS STORY
For almost a century, Italian jewellery brand FOPE has grown from strength to strength. It even successfully launched a new collection in the midst of a global pandemic. What is the secret to its success? Diego Nardin, the brand’s CEO, tells us more “The Italian spirit manifests itself through FOPE’s cultural background,” says Diego Nardin,…
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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 has always been a distinguishing…
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MIKIMOTO TAKES FLIGHT
For its latest high jewellery collection, Mikimoto embraces the traditional feather motif for artful pieces that celebrate delicate forms and a variety of pearls and gems. When it comes to pearls, there is perhaps no brand as revered as Mikimito. The legendary Japanese jewellery brand found its start in 1893 when Kokichi Mikimoto successfully created…
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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 Katarina, Marina B, and Pamela…
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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.…