Tag: Solitaire
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BEST CERAMIC JEWELLERY FOR 2022
More jewellery designers are employing ceramic in their creations for head-turning results. Here are our favourites. How do designers stand out from the crowd? In the highly competitive world of jewellery, first impression is key. And it’s here where designers capture our attention – with bold and daring designs, where conformity is no longer an…
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THE SMILEY COMPANY X MESSIKA LAUNCH ALERT
It’s party time at The Smiley Company as Messika joins the celebration. As the Smiley turns 50, the French Maison has come up with three limited edition creations, all dusted with diamonds to make you smile. A quick backstory: The Smiley was designed by French journalist Franklin Loufrani for the newspaper France-Soir in 1971 –…
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CROSS COLLECTION BY CHRISTINA SOUBLI
Greek designer Christina Soubli’s Cross collection is quickly evolving into one of her best-sellers. Her popular Dentelles line’s filigree technique has prompted the designer to employ those stylish little details to shape her cross pendants, both big and small. “Filigree is my signature technique and it also allows me to add volume without that much…
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JEWELBOX: CHOPARD INSOFU EMERALD
The Chopard Insofu Emerald is a landmark stone; an extraordinary discovery that is sure to light up the history of jewellery. This rare, exceptional find was discovered in the Kagem mine in Zambia and is one of the most important emeralds ever found in terms of weight (6,225 carats) and quality. In time, remarkable jewels…
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A FINE LINE BETWEEN CRAFT AND SENSE
Solitaire gets an exclusive look at one of Cartier’s modern high jewellery masterpieces: the Alaxoa necklace from the latest Sixième Sens Par Cartier collection. How does one perceive the sixth sense? For Cartier, it is a stirring of emotions, sparked by a stimulation of all senses, that can only be felt intimately and intuitively. That…
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COMMITTED TO DESIGN
What does bridal ring shopping in times of social distancing and travel restrictions look like? We spoke to a few jewellery designers to learn more about virtual consultations, design processes, and challenges. We also found out how they persevered in resourceful ways to retain the sparkle in their businesses. Grace Lee Los Angeles-based designer Grace…
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FOPE ESSENTIALS
For their latest collection, Italian jewellery brand FOPE focuses on what’s essential, plus a range specifically made for men For this year, it’s all about the essentials at FOPE. With the introduction of the Essentials range, comprised of various 18k gold pieces, fans of the Italian jewellery brand can look forward to a universal line…
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GREY SPINELS ON THE RISE
Grey spinels are stepping into the limelight as a major gemstone colour trend The varied hues of spinel have been admired for hundreds of years, but their resplendent grey shades have often been overlooked. In recent years, grey spinel has experienced a rapid rise in popularity due to their luminescent tones, wearability, and affordability. In…
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CLASH GOES BOLD
Clash [Un]Limited cuff bracelet, reversible, white gold, onyx, diamonds Clash [Un]Limited ring, medium model, white gold, diamonds Cartier introduces the Clash [Un]limited range, a Clash de Cartier capsule collection that is all about bold shapes, colour, and attitude Clash de Cartier crashed onto the jewellery scene not too long ago and introduced a jolt of…
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A JEWELLERY AND JADEITE AUCTION NOT TO BE MISSED
Tiancheng International presents its Jewellery and Jadeite Autumn Auction 2021 this November, featuring jadeite, coloured gemstones, and diamonds Tiancheng International’s Jewellery and Jadeite Autumn Auction will be held in Hong Kong on 26 November 2021, with a special preview from 20 to 25 November. The renowned auction house will be offering a sparkling selection of…
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SHOWSTOPPERS: THE SEASON’S MOST FABULOUS TIMEPIECES
If you think that life is too short for plain, utilitarian timepieces, then this selection is for you. It’s all about the craftsmanship, artistry, and colour with these OTT watches. RICHARD MILLE RM 07-01 COLOURED CERAMICS COLLECTION richardmille.com JAEGER-LECOULTRE REVERSO ONE CORDONNET JEWELLERY jaeger-lecoultre.com HERMÈS ARCEAU TOUCAN DE PARADIS hermes.com PATEK PHILIPPE…
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SERVING DRAMA: HIGH JEWELLERY COLLECTIONS FOR 2021
A selection of dramatic standouts from the new high jewellery collections of the worlds most magnificent maisons CHOPARD Paradise Paradise, Chopard’s next Red Carpet Collection, is the realization of a theme near and dear to the brand – the unspoilt, generous, and sublime beauty of Nature. Caroline Scheufele, co-president of Chopard, drew inspiration from the…