Tag: Solitaire
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RETROUVAÍ’S NEW ALCHEMY COLLECTION IS TIMELESS AND MEANINGFUL
by Smitha Sadanandan Retrouvaí, a jewellery brand founded by Toronto-born Kirsty Stone, recently unveiled its newest collection called Alchemy, which is inspired by the birth of Stone’s daughter and represents the following virtues: Love, Vitality, Bravery, and Honor. Pendants, signet rings, triple wrap bracelets, hoop earrings, and studs set with hand-cut carnelian, green turquoise,…
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ANDREA FOHRMAN LAUNCHES RINGS FOR MEN
Andrea Fohrman’s eponymous brand, launched in 2004, has any number of jewels that evoke the spirit of California, nature, and its colour palette. “Putting together a design with the help from our natural resources from my surroundings is truly inspiring to me.” Growing up in Marin County, Fohrman remembers a clear night sky on most…
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#STAYHOME SERIES: Read Solitaire #106 For Free
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IT’S A WOMAN’S WORLD
With the popularity of Patek Philippe timepieces like the Nautilus and Aquanaut, which are often highly favoured by gentlemen, we won’t fault those who might overlook the brand’s outstanding offerings for women. However, a quick history lesson proves that it has devoted quite a lot of attention to its female clientele. Take for example Patek…
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#STAYHOME SERIES: HOW DR. ELAINE KIM JUGGLES MOTHERHOOD AND WORKING FROM HOME
As a working mother of three boys, the challenges of balancing working from home with my children around are definitely not lost on me. Every expert out there has shared the importance of a routine, and how crucial it is to maintain a schedule to make work-from-home and home-based learning possible during this period. Other…
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NINA RUNSDORF LAUNCHES ‘ALL THAT IS’ COLLECTION
by Smitha Sadanandan Nina Runsdorf has been designing jewellery for as long as she can remember. She recalls designing her first jewellery line – sitting in her mother’s upstate farm kitchen – when she was merely 12 years old. After an early career in fashion and getting married, Runsdorf reconnected with her passion for…
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PIPPA SMALL’S JEWELLERY WITH A CONSCIENCE
by Smitha Sadanandan UK designer Pippa Small has been in the industry for around 25 years. She started her own business and consulting for larger brands like Gucci under Tom Ford, Chloe, and Dosa, which taught her a lot about the design process. Small is also known for her ethical collections and happens to…
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FIVE MINUTES WITH JEAN PROUNIS
by Smitha Sadanandan Growing up, Jean Prounis was obsessed with ancient Egyptian jewellery and its connection to nature. “When I was in high school, I purchased an ancient Egyptian replica snake ring from the gift shop at Louvre and wore it every day, until the gold plating wore off,” recalls the Long Island-based designer.…
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#STAYHOME SERIES: DESIGN A RESSENCE WATCH TO SUPPORT COVID-19 RESEARCH
Independent watchmaker, Ressence, and Sotheby’s Watches launches a competition to design a timepiece that will be sold by the auction house this summer Ressence and Sotheby’s Watch Division are joining forces against the coronavirus by launching a competition to design a unique watch. The creativity of watch lovers who join will help support medical research.…
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JOUER BY SIMONE’S WEDDING RINGS CELEBRATE INDIVIDUALITY
The wedding edit from Jouer by Simone allows the unique trait of couples to shine through a variety of wedding ring styles Traditionally, choosing a wedding ring might not have been a very exciting affair and was simply a matter of selecting a matching set. For some people, it might be akin to getting the…
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FIVE MINUTES WITH SUZANNE KALAN
by Smitha Sadanandan Evil Eye Fireworks ring A look at Suzanne Kalan’s spring time offerings Fine jeweller Suzanne Kalan has been busy with the launch of three new collections at home in sunny Los Angeles. With life on the slow track since the outbreak of Covid-19, the designer has been inspired on all aspects of…
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#STAYHOME SERIES: LEARN ABOUT GEMS, CRAFTSMANSHIP, AND JEWELLERY IN ART
In order to use the time spent at home wisely, Van Cleef & Arpels encourages us to learn and stay curious by sharing and fostering the culture of jewellery, all while supporting art and education L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts, with the support of High Jewelry Maison Van Cleef & Arpels, provides a different perspective…