Whether wild or tamed by man, the Chaumet’s jewellers have constantly celebrated the wonder of nature through the ages in their drawings and designs. In Chaumet’s jeweled garden exquisite creativity is joined by the art of storytelling. A wander through Chaumet’s nature “Dess(e)in de nature” exhibition celebrates nature’s motifs in Chaumet jewelry creations … Read more
Sotheby’s Hong Kong Magnificent Jewels and Jadeite Spring Sale 2019 presents a curated auction showcasing decades of jewellery design, from the renowned Van Cleef & Arpels Mystery Set ‘Bellflowers’ brooch, to the iconic Cartier Panthère bangle. This jewelry auction is an assemblage of jewels representing connoisseurship of the highest level. On 2 April, … Read more
The fate of the camellia would have been remarkably different if it were not for the ingenuity of Gabrielle Chanel. Gabrielle Chanel was fascinated with numerology. Superstition in numbers often guided her decisions and held great significance in her life — most importantly, her lucky number five. The number five brought Gabrielle Chanel … Read more
Mikimoto Jeux de Rubans high jewellery is portraying the timeless motif of ribbons with a touch of luxurious whimsy. 125 years ago, Mikimoto’s founder, Kokichi Mikimoto, succeeded to create the world’s first cultured pearl. Since then, the house of Mikimoto has been built upon his dedication to the pursuit of beauty by adorning women around … Read more
Subtle extravagance meets modern elegance in the new collection of Panthère de Cartier eyewear and clutch bags. If the Cartier panther is your power animal and talisman, you are lucky to have a forceful guardian. Liberate your wild side. The panther, Cartier’s enduring symbol, can be fierce, playful, or lovable, displaying all the facets … Read more
More than 300 stunning jewels from the French house are on show at the NGA. But it’s the journey they took from fanciful notion to sparkling creation that’s just as interesting