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Valentine's Day: 18 pieces of jewelry to declare your love

Valentine's Day: 18 pieces of jewelry to declare your love

Motifs with strong symbolism, unequivocal messages, jewellery to share or stones with flamboyant reflections... On February 14th, for Valentine's Day, proclaim your love by covering your loved one with gold and precious stones! Humans have always offered jewelry to express their feelings. Objects of intimacy, universal symbols of attachment, they are the witnesses of a privileged bond with a person, of a particular moment or of a promise. In India, the mangalsutra necklace worn by married women to mark their union and commitment to their husbands is mentioned as early as the fourth century BC under the name of Mangalya sutra in the Parananuru, a text of Sangam literature, while in Rome, beloved women are adorned with pearls... An ultra-personal gift, a messenger of love, sometimes hidin...

Christmas gifts: 20 precious pieces of jewelry under €1000

Christmas gifts: 20 precious pieces of jewelry under €1000

A personalized piece of jewelry, a delicate item, a mini diamond... There are a thousand ways to spoil your loved ones without breaking the bank. Once again this year, jewelry is the ultimate lasting gift: a treasure trove of emotion that transcends fashion trends and can be passed down without ever losing its sparkle. At a time when we favor responsible, well-made, and timeless pieces, here is a selection of 20 pieces of jewelry under €1,000 that will touch your loved ones' hearts this Christmas. 1. The chic alternative: gold-plated brass jewelry When the price of gold skyrockets—around €115 per gram—savvy consumers explore other options. Gold-plated brass, dipped in a gold bath, is an elegant and sustainable solution. Designer Violaine Muras creates jewelry inspired by the mythologica...

The highlights of Parisian high jewelry

The highlights of Parisian high jewelry

The jewels presented in July in the capital during the couture week by some thirty brands are not experiencing the crisis. Fabulous stones, inspired designs, technical prowess, the new collections offered an exceptional demonstration of jewelry know-how. Place Vendôme and the surrounding area, the various houses have deployed jewelry trends that stand out: natural diamonds, colored stones, especially spinels and opals, transformable pieces, evocations of nature as well as distant lands, or a very contemporary graphic elegance. An ultra-luxury "fashion week" that seduced customers and the international press alike. If humans could choose an animal attribute, they would probably set their sights on the wings. Like Chanel, which used this pattern for the first time to sign a collection calle...

Emily in Paris: Season 4’s Show-Stopping Jewellery

Emily in Paris: Season 4’s Show-Stopping Jewellery

While Emily in Paris may annoy some seasoned Parisians for its clichéd and romanticised portrayal of the city, and frustrate the residents of Place de l’Estrapade and nearby streets where the show is filmed, the Netflix series, created by Darren Star (Sex and the City), still has a dedicated fan base—boasting 2.6 million followers on Instagram. Broadcast in 190 countries, Emily in Paris and its female leads serve as a beautiful showcase for renowned Parisian jewellery brands like Dior, Mellerio, or Boucheron, and designers such as Isabelle Langlois, Marie-Hélène de Taillac, or Charlotte Chesnais. But what are the standout jewellery pieces spotted in Season 4? Fans eagerly tuned in on August 15th to catch the latest adventures of Emily Cooper, played by Lily Collins. In Paris to seize a mar...

High Jewellery: Creations That Awaken the Senses

High Jewellery: Creations That Awaken the Senses

An ode to nature, architectural lines, couture inspirations, and majestic gems… Presented during Paris Couture Week, high jewellery collections offer unique immersive experiences. Let’s take a twirl through the latest creations… What better setting than Paris, the City of Light? Twice a year, the jewellery brands of Place Vendôme take advantage of Couture Week to unveil their high jewellery collections. This year, the event was slightly moved up due to the Olympics, but Couture Week delivered on all fronts. Just weeks before the Paris 2024 Olympics, jewellers did what they do best: amaze us. Between the beauty of the designs, the brilliance of the stones, and technical innovations, eyes sparkled in a singular sensory journey through the most prestigious brands of Place Vendôme. Let’s begin...

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