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News Edit: 17 May 2020
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As we find our 'new normal' here is a round up of last week's international jewellery news...
Chopard taps actress and environmentalist Marion Cotillard to model its ethical jewels
LifeStyle Asia: With the world going on reset mode lately, everyone has gotten a rare chance to pause and reflect on how we’ve been so preoccupied by packed work and social schedules, the blind obsessions for possession and power, or that we’ve forgotten about some of more important things in life: self-care, compassion for your neighbours and, last but certainly not least, for the planet we live in.
8 stunning red and pink jewellery pieces every passionate woman needs
Prestige Online: Any time is a good time to show your leading lady how much she means to you. And what better way to express it than with the colours of passion and sweet love.
My favourite pieces: Sandra Choi travels far for good accessories
FT: The Jimmy Choo shoe designer says jewellery has influenced her work.
Annoushka looks to resume China growth as lockdown lifts
FT: Founders plan for further expansion in Wuhan and beyond.
Here's everything you need to know about jeweller Raj Mahtani's first book of poetry
Vogue: From his inspiration to the creative process, the renowned jewellery designer spills the beans on his maiden attempt at publishing his compilation of poems.
The Story Behind The Jewellery Worn on Netflix's "The King: Eternal Monarch"
How's this for a K-drama romance to distract from the realities of coronavirus?
Asia Tatler: A young crown prince Lee Gon (played by Lee Min-ho) lives in an alternative universe—a Korea that might have existed if the wars of the 20th century had never happened. A Korea where a royal family continues to rule.
The Rise of the Futuristic Jewellery Trend
Asia Tatler: The force is with these space-age structures and stylish sparklers, as futuristic jewellery continues to become the biggest contemporary jewellery trend. These are the best and the latest looks.
How the sea and its secrets have inspired luxury jewellers like Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier and Piaget
SCMP: Chaumet designer Robert Lemoine drew inspiration from the surrealist natural landscapes of Salvador Dali and Meret Oppenheim, while Tiffany & Co. founder Charles Lewis Tiffany called mother nature ‘our best designer’.
The high-jewellery watches that could have been seen on the 2020 Cannes red carpet
The Telegraph: On the day the Cannes Film Festival was due to start, we look at the red carpet watches the stars may have worn.
Toi et Moi: Dior's all new jewellery
The Week: Victoire de Castellane explains her many inspirations.
Introducing Extraordinary Tiffany: the House’s High Jewellery Collection for Spring 2020
Prestige Online: Introducing Extraordinary Tiffany — perfect if you’re looking to find the perfect gem for all the gems in your life.
May 2020: What's New In Jewellery
Asia Tatler: Tiffany & Co looks to the past, De Beers celebrates women, and Fred embraces spring colours.
Museums get behind metal detectorists in their quest for treasure
FT: Ancient antagonists build bridges as treasure finds mount up.
Platinum and white gold begone – luxury jewellery is embracing the 70s swagger of bright, bold, yellow gold in new pieces from Cartier, Boucheron, Tiffany & Co., and more
SCMP: Just as catwalk trends from Celine, Saint Laurent and more are returning to the ostentatious, me-me-me styles of the 1970s, so too are luxury jewellers embracing attention-grabbing yellow gold rings and statement necklaces.
Jewellery designers speak up for people with hearing issues
FT: Smart jewellery can help people with disabilities but funding is needed.
Even Celebrities Are Obsessed With These Australian Jewellery Brands
InStyle: Adorn yourself with homegrown talent.
Jewellery supremo Nadja Swarovski on why the red carpet may never be the same post-coronavirus
The Telegraph: As the Cannes Film Festival was due to begin, the woman behind red-carpet sparkle talks the future of fashion and shares her favourite looks.
Billionaire jewellery tycoon,
Daily Mail: 49, whose diamonds are worn by Kate Winslet and Naomi Watts fights extradition to India over £1.5billion 'Ponzi-scheme' bank fraud.
Effortless jewels that will add *zhuj* to your Zoom outfits
Glamour: It’s the little things that count.
Four ethical luxury jewellers to put on your radar
AFR: As sustainable fashion becomes more of an obligation than a "nice-to-have", the jewellery industry confronts its own shortcomings.
Living With Kosmemophobia: A Fear of Jewelry
OK Whatever: From rings and necklaces to even keys and cutlery, certain metal objects can cause people to feel so physically repulsed they might even throw up.
Baselworld 2021 Cancelled, Raises A White Flag On Refunds To Exhibitors
Forbes: Baselworld has been cancelled, again. The world’s largest and oldest watch and jewelry trade fair, held annually since 1917, was scheduled to be held in April, but was rescheduled due to the coronavirus January 28 to February 2, 2021.
The Gender-Neutral Jewelry Brand You Need To Know About
V magazine: Get to know the celeb-favorited jewelry brand, based in Thailand.
Meghan Markle & Gigi Hadid's Evil Eye Jewelry Has A Secret Meaning
Bustle: One of the most poignant jewelry trends to emerge recently is the evil eye. Just this week alone, celebrities like Meghan Markle and Gigi Hadid have been spotted wearing their evil eye jewelry — and the meaning runs deep.
How This Jewelry Designer Is Expending Her Message Of Hope
Forbes: Spreading positive messages has always important to Caitlin Crosby. As the founder and CEO of jewelry brand with a purpose The Giving Keys, she has helped transition individuals out of homelessness while developing a brand that would share messages of kindness and encouragement.
Mejuri: A Masterclass In Disrupting The Jewelry Industry, On A Global Scale
Forbes: For a fashion brand, winning over its target audience and achieving “it” status can be challenging. But for those who nail it, it can translate into a golden opportunity.
10 Jewelry Display Ideas From The Pros That You Probably Haven't Thought Of Yet
The Zoe Report: The glow of gold and sparkle of Sapphire or Opal aren't meant to be hidden away. Which is why as you perhaps go about a little spring cleaning, a new jewelry organization technique is worth trying. Well-curated ring dishes and granite slabs are two of the latest ways storage has been transformed for the Instagram age. If you're in need of inspiration, designers have honed in on clever jewelry display ideas, assembled from their years creating and collecting forever pieces.
3 Simple Jewelry Trends Everyone Is Wearing Right Now
Who What Wear: Given that many of us are spending most of our time at home these days and dealing with all sorts of life’s curveballs, it’s no surprise that in fashion categories from loungewear to footwear to today’s topic of jewelry, It items have emerged that we didn’t necessarily predict back when we were forecasting spring and summer trends a few months ago. Whether it’s a matter of comfort or simply adapting to the idea of shopping less and revisiting pieces we already own, the fashion crowd has been making the most of its limitations by both creating new, unexpected trends as well as giving new life to old classics.
Jewelry Designer Jean Prounis Is Baking and Listening to Virgil Abloh’s Spotify Playlists
W: The jewelry designer Jean Prounis is known for her simple, elegant 22-karat gold pieces that reference Greco-Roman design motifs and the Art Deco flair of Versailles, the New York nightclub run by her great-grandfather in the 1940s.
Phillips To Hold Cross-Category Online Auction Of Watches, Jewels And Art
Forbes: Phillips auction house for the first time will offer an online-only auction. Assembled by its team in Asia, it will feature a mix of collecting categories that includes watches, jewelry, and 20th century and contemporary art. The sale is an example of how auction houses are reacting to the coronavirus pandemic, which has closed large gatherings around the world, including live auctions.
Hemmerle: Jewels that transcend uncertain times
Arab News: Due to the effects of Covid-19 a quieter form of luxury is taking place, one exemplified by 127-year-old vanguard jewelry house Hemmerle that has strong links to the Arab world.
Closed Expands Into Jewelry With Capsule Collection
WWD: The indie denim brand has developed a nine-piece demi-fine collection in collaboration with jeweler Dari Maximova.
12 Affordable Jewelry Brands That Will Instantly Up Your Summer Style
Vogue: Despite not knowing how a socially-distanced summer will play out, we still have sunny days and warm weather to look forward to and tons of playful seasonal jewelry to wear if nothing else. You don’t need elaborate travel plans to get in the summer mood, and we’ve found that this season’s jewelry offerings have the power to make you feel like you’ve jet-setted off to some tropical locale even if we're staying home.
Working From Home With Laura Lombardi
Coveteur: The jewelry designer talks hand-making pieces from home, connecting with her customers, and packing shipments with love.
How a King’s Secret Affair Produced the Perfect Jewel for a Pandemic
The Daily Beast: Forbidden to wed by British law, a British royal and his mistress exchanged these tiny portraits as a token of their distant love.
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