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Lapis lazuli sits alongside diamonds on Cartier's new "Magnitude" collection.

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Lapis lazuli sits alongside diamonds on Cartier's new "Magnitude" collection.

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From Van Gogh’s twirling sun, through flocks of wading birds on Japanese prints, to Turner’s swirling skies, the celestial world and its wild inhabitants have always inspired the most beautiful works of art. Following the example of the great masters, Parisian jewellery house Chaumet also reached up to the heavens for inspiration for its new high- jewellery collection, Les Ciels de Chaumet (Skies of Chaumet), extending a journey that has celebrated nature since the maison’s inception in 1780.

Les Ciels de Chaumet comprises four lines, all featuring a pictorial and poetic theme, which come complete with tiaras, head jewellery, brooches, body ornaments, necklaces, pendant earrings and watches. According to Chaumet’s CEO Jean-Marc Mansvelt, the new collection shows how the jewellery house is moving forward with more contemporary styles by experimenting with new materials and techniques, while still adhering to house codes and trusted formulas.

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“Elements of nature -- the sky, the sun, the birds -- have always been part of the creative DNA of Chaumet,” he says. “What we’re doing is to reinvent some aspects of fine- jewellery making by adding new perspectives and dimensions. We don’t try to adapt or twist or squeeze just to be trendy. Chaumet is what it is. This pleases our customers, even the younger ones, because they understand our heritage.”
The new collection starts with Les Caprices du Ciel (Capricious Sky), a suite of jewellery that attempts to capture the delicacy of clouds and the power of lightning. Illustrating the theme best is a stunning necklace featuring a host of glorious sapphires, amethysts and tanzanites and an exceptional 37.68-carat imperial topaz that serves as a detachable pendant.
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Another showstopper is the Soleil Glorieux tiara. The colour palette may be simple, but this piece is still opulent and regal -- set in white and yellow gold, a huge fancy-intense yellow diamond is the focal point, surrounded by clouds of cabochon-cut rock crystals and an array of diamonds.
Meanwhile, Les Couleurs du Ciel (Colours of the Sky) captures the magical allure of the sun in all its guises. Whether it’s the soft light of dawn, the uncompromising brilliance of midday or the Technicolor vibrancy of sunset, Les Couleurs du Ciel bursts with fiery hues.

Colourful spinels from Tanzania and Vietnam, ranging from blue and red to green and yellow, run through to compose a richly hued parure. A stunning piece is the Soleil de Minuit bracelet in white gold, which is set with five pear- shaped absinthe-green chrysoberyls totalling 6.29 carats.

Twinkling stars light up Les Fulgurances du Ciel (Dazzling Sky). The star motif is a favourite of Chaumet, having existed in its library of works for the past 200 years.[dual-images right-image-url="https://www.prestigeonline.com/hk/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Les-Ciels_Collier-Planetes_V5-copie.jpg" left-image-url="https://www.prestigeonline.com/hk/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/083642-Collier-Lueurs-dorage.jpg" right-caption="Les Ciels Planetes Necklace " left-caption="Lueners d'orate Necklace "]
And what better way to show off a star-spangled night than crisp white diamonds floating like a galaxy of stars on the Étoiles Étoiles tiara? Complementary earrings feature strands of brilliant-cut diamonds cascading down like a starry waterfall.

There’s still plenty of colour elsewhere in this line. The Passages range of rings features large black Australian opals mixed with ice-blue and purple tourmalines. Exotic birds are placed in the spotlight in Les Habitants du Ciel (Inhabitants of the Sky), ably demonstrating the craftsmanship, virtuosity and creativity of Chaumet’s artisans. The Envol suite of bejewelled swallows -- bodies encrusted by garnets of green African tsavorite, while diamond wings are tipped with orangey-yellow gems -- shows the birds dipping and diving across a necklace, rings, earrings and brooches.

And in a joyous ode to the majestic crane, the Parade suite features the elegant bird in innovative designs. Standout pieces include a brooch in which a pair of birds with entwined necks dangle a large yellow diamond, and earrings that depict two separate avians clutching pink and blue sapphires.

The Les Ciels de Chaumet collection has already received rave reviews. With everything right going for it, it’s bound to become a coveted investment for those who can afford it.

For more information, visit chaumet.com.

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Whether you are looking for a special occasion gold bracelet for women to buy or a simple beaded one for your casual ensemble, it is important to understand everything there is to know about bracelets. Types of Bracelet Styles There is no definitive list when it comes to bracelet styles for women. Designers are always […]

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We all have that wear-always piece that never leaves our side – the wedding band on your ring finger, that little locket hung around your neck, a delicate chain that hasn’t left your ankle for decades, or that exhausted piece of string you call a bracelet around your wrist. Or maybe you still haven’t found “the one” yet. For holistic health counsellor, World Yoga Champion, KOL and jewellery enthusiast Chau Kei Ngai, her search is over since the launch of Piaget’s latest collection, Sunlight.

It was a no brainer for Piaget to use nature as its core for inspiration decades now as its inexhaustible influence. For decades now its creations pay homage to nature’s most powerful symbol – the epitome of life – the sun.

Jewellery is said to be personal – its form and what it represent should resonate with the style and values of the wearer. Which is why Chau Kei is one of many who adore Piaget’s Sunlight collection. The range embodies positive energy, happiness and warmth – all significant attributes held dearly to the yogi and mother. The maison’s frequently featured materials opal and Mother of Pearl are also seen throughout – its natural luminous and opalescence quality is complemented by yellow and rose gold casing hardware and pavé white diamond accents to mirror the same radiating attribute of the enduring sun. Aside from its obvious beauty, opal and Mother-of-Pearl are also believed to possess properties that help the wearer unlock positive and light energies, heal and promote awareness - also important values shared with the art of yoga, which Chau Kei practices daily. 

In particular, Piaget Sunlight Pendant in Opal is her everyday go-to. Set in 18k rose gold the central white opal disk of milky sheen and irregular facets is surrounded by 28 brilliant-cut white diamonds set to mirror the warm rays of the sun. The delicate piece of understated and minimalistic luxury can be worn on its own, or partnered with two accompanying pieces of varying lengths in matching style but unique design for a mix-and-match layering effect. Alongside the collection’s most popular pendant necklaces are also wearable everyday earrings pieces of modern elegance – diamond studs with ear jackets appear to float from behind the lobes like sunrays, drop earrings with the signature motif in brilliant diamonds with chain tassels designed to shimmer with movement, and yellow gold pendulum earrings which dance and dangle catching light with its brilliant diamonds.

Explore the collection:

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For more information, visit piaget.com.

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Louis Vuitton's latest high jewellery opus pays tribute to an ancient time when medieval codes of chivalry and heraldic crests reigned supreme.

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French haute bijouterie school L’ÉCOLE will be opening its first international campus in Hong Kong this fall, to cater to the growing appetite for jewellery arts in Asia Pacific.

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The members-only initiative -- dubbed EIP Privé -- follows the success of a dedicated fine jewellery and watches section, which Net-a-Porter launched last year. The ultra-exclusive e-commerce platform offers VIP customers a space where they can discover one-of-a-kind treasures from the world's leading high jewellery and watch brands in a more considered environment.

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As well as offering online access to traditionally offline brands such as Boehmer et Bassenge, Piaget, Boghossian, Bayco, Nadia Morgenthaler and Giampiero Bodino, EIP (which stands for 'Extremely Important People') will also facilitate customisation and bespoke requests, with the company to introduce men's watches and men's jewellery items later in 2019.

Specifically crafted to model the experience of a private jewellery salon in the digital realm, the EIP experience includes a personal shopper. The dedicated personal shopper helps customers to navigate through the collections and personalising their online journey. They will also be able to arrange private appointments, wherever the customer is in the world, with also secure pick-up and hand delivery, ‘try before you buy' services, and delivery to more than 170 countries.

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Additionally, many of the products selected for the listing will be shown only to a chosen few and are bespoke, one-of-a-kind creations which won't be repeated.

Commenting on the launch, Alison Loehnis, president of Net-a-Porter and Mr Porter said EIP heralds a new era for Net-a-Porter customers which will elevate their shopping experience to new heights. [inline-quote author="Alison Loehnis, President of Net-a-Porter and Mr Porter"]"We are delighted to introduce a special collection of exquisite, high jewellery pieces at Net-a-Porter. EIP Privé will offer clients a truly unique opportunity to discover the world’s most exclusive high jewellery maisons through a highly personalised, invitation-only service."[/inline-quote]

This article was published via AFP Relaxnews.

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Tiffany & Co.'s Vision & Virtuosity jewellery exhibition in Shanghai is the Best way to connect with next generation of Chinese consumers

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Inspired by Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers, this new high jewellery line melds together the language of love with precious gems.

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Critics are wondering if it's a good idea for Gucci to get into the highly competitive jewellery segment but Christie’s Maharajas & Mughal Jewellery auction records exemplify why smart brands should enter the market

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I met jewellery designer Breatrice Pieron Lube in Lucca Italy when I saw her work I fell in love. Her jewellery is avant-garde made from the heart here in Italy. Her collection is original art pieces that can be worn and showcased in my very own home. In all the jewellery I have worn I have […]

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