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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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CARATELL’S FEARLESS FORECAST
Caratell’s years in the industry, coupled with a nimble approach to the business and understanding of the market and their clients, results in an optimistic view of the future. Michael Koh There’s no denying that the future seems uncertain for most – especially those working in the luxury industry. With tourism at a standstill coupled…
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THE NEW CHIC ACCESSORY: MASK CHAINS
by Smitha Sadanandan As face masks transformed from health and hygiene gear to mandatory wear, a few jewellers got creative and amped up the style factor with chains and beads. Saskia Diez mask chain Old shirts really came in handy for Saskia Diez when she set out to sew some simple masks for her…
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ZOOM IN ON THESE NEW SPARKLERS FROM THE JEWELLERY WORLD
by Smitha Sadanandan Brand: Jude Benhalim Founder: Jude Benhalim (Cairo) Latest Launch: For her capsule line of convertible sunglass chains, Jude Benhalim remixes elements from her SS20 Etruria Collection. Reminiscent of the ancient Etruscan civilisation, circle motifs and spiral symbols, the handmade brass chains, dipped in 18k gold, are accented with custom-made resin stones.…
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WHAT’S NEW IN THE WORLD OF JEWELLERY
by Smitha Sadanandan New releases and designs from jewellery brands to keep on your radar Brand: Jemma Wynne Founders: Jenny Klatt and Stephanie Wynne Lalin (New York) Latest Launch: The new additions to the Anniversary Collection emerald and diamond gypsy ring. The Toujours chain pieces, set with emeralds and diamonds, are a standout. “Each…
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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, who is a regular exhibitor…
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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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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 went virtual for the first…
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SPOTLIGHT ON SPINELS
If you are an August baby, you are spoilt for choice — choose zingy green peridots or sensuous spinels. A relatively new birthstone for August, the spinel has remained one of the most under-appreciated gem, with emperors and monarchs often mistaking it for a ruby. Not surprisingly though, some of the world’s most famous ‘rubies’…
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FIVE MINUTES WITH AMANDA WU, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AT MIKIMOTO
Tell us about your earliest memory of Mikimoto. I am a fashion enthusiast and obsessive about a lot of different brands including Mikimoto. Mikimoto is a very unique international brand, and its vision and philosophy allows me to broaden my exposure and horizons to this jewellery brand with over 100 years of history. Hence, I…
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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 are the museum acquisitions that…
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INTERNATIONAL JMA HONG KONG JEWELRY SHOW
The last UFI-recognized Asia Jewelry Sourcing Platform for Trade and Public in 2020 The 28th edition of the JMA Hong Kong International Jewelry Show will dazzle again in the heart of Asia, from the 26th to the 29th of November 2020. The annual event will be held at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre.…