We finally have access to culture and beauty – excellent news that lift our spirits! If there is one temporary exhibition you must see this summer, it is “Gems” at the Paris Museum of Natural History. Book your tickets now! An hour and a half of happiness and wonders to share with your children, who will leave starry-eyed… Enjoy an immersive experience, created by the Jouin Manku duo, in the center of the earth, in the calm and beauty of all these minerals and jewels that shine and bring serenity. It makes us realize how small we are compared to nature, which has been shaping stones for millions of years, which we are able to wear today thanks to our craftsmen and jewelers… it is absolutely essential to support this savoir-faire! Exhibition design © MNHN / Van Cleef & Arpels Exhibition des...

The long-awaited moment has come! As the reopening of restaurants, shops and cultural venues brings us a little joy and vitality, we can finally enjoy the exhibitions and in-person classes organized by L’ECOLE, School of Jewelry Arts. After giving us free training during lockdown through its captivating online talks, L’ECOLE is ready to welcome everyone back on its premises on rue Danielle Casanova to keep sharing jewelry culture. Much to our delight, the establishment, which will celebrate its 10th anniversary next year, has just announced the reopening of the exhibition “Jean Vendome, Artist Jeweler”, extended until August 28, 2021, as well as a new program around Jewelry Design, an art form that remains largely unknown to the public and little studied, although essential to the creative...

Drawings of Samarcande rings by Frédéric Mané for Mathon Paris – Photo © Mathon Paris Most of the time, before making a jewel or piece of jewellery, the first volumes are represented on paper and then reworked by the jeweller who will give them shape and life. The role of the designer (aka draftsman) is essential: using different techniques, he brings a jewel to life. Using all the colours of the gemstone « palette », and a choice of different materials (yellow gold, white gold, brass, silver, leather, textiles, etc.) and using also shape and texture (glossy, matt, brushed, etc.), the designer gives life to jewel with his paintbrush. He knows how to translate the words of the “creators” into technical drawings, he is the link between the concept and its jewellery interpretation. Besides,...