Tag: style
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LINEAGE AND LEGACY: SOUTHEAST ASIA’S MULTI-GENERATIONAL JEWELLERY COMPANIES
With a passion for gemstones in their blood, tradition and innovation on their minds, and the future in front of them, three multi-generational jewellery companies in Southeast Asia discuss the most precious treasure of all: family. THE POWER OF FOUR Family has always been at the beating heart of jewellery house Amee Philips, entwined with…
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EXPRESS INTIMATE BONDS WITH BESPOKE, CUSTOM JEWELLERY
Affectionate bonds are best expressed in bespoke or custom jewellery where every element holds a special meaning Giving a piece of jewellery as a present is a challenging task, but it is one that can be accomplished to perfection. Ultimately, the right piece is one that bears an intimate meaning that is shared between the…
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HONG KONG COUTURIER BARNEY CHENG IS ALSO A RENOWNED JEWELLERY DESIGNER
In 1993, Barney opened his design studio, creating bespoke apparel for prominent ladies in society in Hong Kong and around the region. His clients would often bring with them heirloom jewellery and ask him to update the pieces so that they would go perfectly with his bespoke creations.
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IN CONVERSATION WITH: PAIGE PARKER, ON HER GEMOLOGY JOURNEY AND HER RELATIONSHIP WITH JEWELLERY
Paige Parker, GIA Graduate Gemologist, author, podcast host, and activist, talks to us about her gemology journey, the evolution of jewellery, and the future of diamonds.
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FABULOUSLY FESTIVE
Discover festive favourites as chosen by guest jewellery editor Isabella Yan The festive season is upon us and the excitement is mounting, and with it comes a little gift inspiration. In the last year, I’ve scoured globally for resplendent jewels – rings, necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and pendants and made a selection of those that I…
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TO PIERCE OR NOT TO PIERCE?
Alexis Bittar Golden Pebble Cake Large Clip-On Earring Unlike a ring or a necklace, the earring is the only form of jewellery that requires a certain level of commitment. As a jewellery editor, I have found myself still having reservations to get my ears pierced despite being an immense lover of earrings. The notion of…
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ENAMELS GALORE
Susana Martins – Unstoppables Born and raised in Portugal, Susana Martins is a fine jewellery designer based in Dubai. She launched her eponymous brand in 2017 as a “gateway to share my passion for all things creative, inspiring people’s lifestyles through exceptional product experiences.” Trained as a goldsmith and stone setter, Susana’s works often reference…
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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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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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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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HANGING AROUND
A selection of our favourite pendants for Spring 1 Young By Dilys’ presents the Reversible Lucky Coin necklace in 18K white gold and set with white diamonds, resulting in a clean and modern look for an otherwise traditional piece. Flip it over and tradition comes into play with the engraving of an age-old Chinese…
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INSIDE THE FRAME
by Smitha Sadanandan London-based fashion photographer John-Paul Pietrus is also known for his brand, Francis de Lara, which produces bespoke, dramatic, gold plated, and gem accented eyewear. Equally fascinating is his new line of fine jewellery, where his love for Renaissance art and history underpins the designs. Hi John-Paul. Tell us more about yourself. I…