https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/rss/516293/feed en https://assets-v2.i-scmp.com/production/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Ivy has a way of making itself at home. It climbs, curls and spreads with little regard for where it is supposed to stop, taking over walls and trees with its fast-growing natural architecture. For Frédéric Boucheron, that freedom was precisely the attraction. Of all the plants that appeared in his jewellery, ivy became one of the most persistent – a fitting symbol for a jeweller who was drawn to nature in its less orderly forms. The motif entered the Boucheron archives in 1870 and, by the end... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3369525/style-edit-boucherons-ivy-motif-blooms-new-lierre-de-paris-high-jewellery-creations?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3369525/style-edit-boucherons-ivy-motif-blooms-new-lierre-de-paris-high-jewellery-creations?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 05 Oct 2026 02:00:16 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Joséphine de Beauharnais, Empress of France from 1804 to 1810 during her marriage to Emperor Napoleon I, remains one of the most iconic figures in French history. A byword for style, she became known for her patronage of the arts and her exquisite taste, surrounding herself with creative people and helping to shape their work. An innovator who redefined the artistic preferences of her era, she established the wildly influential empire style of architecture and decorative arts, using her own... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3369513/style-edit-chaumet-expands-josephine-collection-inspired-french-empress?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3369513/style-edit-chaumet-expands-josephine-collection-inspired-french-empress?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 05 Oct 2026 02:00:13 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Rooted in ancient symbols and Renaissance architecture, this season’s stand-out jewellery collections bring fresh energy to iconic motifs and precious gemstones. Bibi Van Der Velden From ancient Egypt to the art deco movement, the scarab motif has been a near-constant in jewellery. Dutch designer Bibi Van Der Velden is a big fan, with her scarab rings becoming a signature of her brand. The designer recently expanded her collection with The Scarab Pinky Rings, five smaller rings designed... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3369507/7-thematic-jewellery-collections-october-bulgari-chanel-sabyasachi-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3369507/7-thematic-jewellery-collections-october-bulgari-chanel-sabyasachi-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:00:07 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter In high jewellery, the most interesting ideas often emerge from the meeting of different artistic disciplines. For Bvlgari, that has long been part of its creative vocabulary. With Eclettica, the Roman jeweller looks to sculpture, painting and architecture, translating their language of form, colour and proportion into a collection that places artistic expression alongside exceptional gemstones and craftsmanship. Following its debut in Milan in March, the collection arrived in Shanghai earlier... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3368198/style-edit-bvlgaris-eclettica-collection-dazzles-stars-shanghai?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3368198/style-edit-bvlgaris-eclettica-collection-dazzles-stars-shanghai?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 28 Sep 2026 02:00:13 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso You’d likely never guess that a jewellery brand which leans into everything from punk rock aesthetics to Gothic art, and is worn by everyone from Teyana Taylor to Chappell Roan, is actually from Singapore. That brand is Ask & Embla, the brainchild of life and business partners Ryan Gomes and Olivia Eleazar, who started the brand in 2013 first by selling a curated edit of body jewellery products procured from other suppliers before Eleazar transitioned to creating her own designs. “I was 19 years... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3368322/punk-gothic-how-singapores-ask-embla-built-global-jewellery-brand?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3368322/punk-gothic-how-singapores-ask-embla-built-global-jewellery-brand?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:00:15 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter The diamond industry is increasingly being shaped by AI, according to Al Cook, CEO of De Beers Group. But it’s not the AI you’re thinking of. “For us, AI stands for ‘authentic individuality’,” he told Style at the Jewellery & Gem World Hong Kong trade show earlier this month. “More and more people want purchases that are as individual as they are – something that’s rare and something you can trace back to where it’s from. You can trust that it’s genuine and is going to hold its value.” This is... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3368260/style-edit-de-beers-group-ceo-al-cook-natural-diamonds-desert-hues-and-traceable-luxury?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3368260/style-edit-de-beers-group-ceo-al-cook-natural-diamonds-desert-hues-and-traceable-luxury?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 24 Sep 2026 02:00:09 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter The visual symbols of the grand maison of Louis Vuitton are some of the most recognisable icons in the world, from the LV logo to the four-petalled flowers with which it’s so often interspersed. But perhaps the motif most instantly associated with the legendary Parisian brand is the classic pattern of checks that has adorned its creations since 1888, when it was created as a marker of authenticity. Known as the Damier pattern, after the French word for “checkerboard”, it’s most commonly found... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3367046/style-edit-le-damier-de-louis-vuittons-8-new-pieces-reimagine-checkerboard-design?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3367046/style-edit-le-damier-de-louis-vuittons-8-new-pieces-reimagine-checkerboard-design?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 14 Sep 2026 02:00:17 +0000 Joshua Hendren Joshua Hendren The ring is extending its reach, with recent launches from Cartier to Hermès seeing the jewellery staple stretch across two, three and even four fingers. “A double-finger ring naturally changes the way a hand looks,” says Milka Karaagacli, founder and creative director of the fine jewellery label Kismet by Milka. “It feels stronger and more defined.” The finger-spanning style has a long history, its current trendiness notwithstanding. Multi-finger rings were worn in ancient Egypt, where they... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3367039/hermes-dior-double-finger-ring-designs-are-making-bold-fashion-statement?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3367039/hermes-dior-double-finger-ring-designs-are-making-bold-fashion-statement?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 12 Sep 2026 19:30:06 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Bulgari is the jeweller that perhaps, more than any other, is known for its bold and unexpected colour combinations – chromatic clashes, you may even call them – but the house’s love affair with vivid hues only began in the mid-40s and truly blossomed in the 50s. During World War II, when platinum had to be mainly used for weaponry, Western jewellers turned to yellow gold. While Bulgari’s French counterparts – based in Paris’ Place Vendôme – returned to platinum after the conflict, the Italian... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3366580/inside-bulgari-kaleidos-exhibition-celebrating-vibrant-high-jewellery-shanghai?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3366580/inside-bulgari-kaleidos-exhibition-celebrating-vibrant-high-jewellery-shanghai?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 07 Sep 2026 03:23:24 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre From animal motifs to everyday diamonds – the world’s greatest maisons continue to delight with their enduring artistry. Here are our picks of the latest jewellery collections, some bringing fresh perspectives on iconic signatures and others showcasing groundbreaking design techniques. Boucheron Boucheron adds 12 new designs to its Serpent Bohème collection, the snake-inspired range that dates back to 1968. This latest iteration combines onyx and gold, representing shadow and light. Evoking a... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3365152/7-jewellery-highlights-september-cartier-van-cleef-arpels-boucheron-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3365152/7-jewellery-highlights-september-cartier-van-cleef-arpels-boucheron-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 01 Sep 2026 02:00:07 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Louis Vuitton’s latest high jewellery collection, Mythica, is made for the modern-day heroine in charge of her own story. Style’s high jewellery showcase this month illustrates how these timeless, technically impressive pieces carry a sense of boldness, bravery and elegance into the everyday. The rare emeralds of the Mesmerism chapter and arrow-shaped cuts of the Conquest necklace also evoke the adventurous allure of Morocco, where the collection was first unveiled earlier this... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3365145/style-shoot-louis-vuittons-mythica-high-jewellery-made-modern-day-heroines?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3365145/style-shoot-louis-vuittons-mythica-high-jewellery-made-modern-day-heroines?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 31 Aug 2026 02:00:11 +0000 Joshua Hendren Joshua Hendren The tennis bracelet is very much back in the spotlight, courtesy of some major style moments at this year’s Wimbledon. Among the players sporting the classic jewel was two-time major winner Coco Gauff, who chose a gold vermeil and sapphire blue crystal tennis bracelet from London-based jeweller Missoma as part of her on-court look designed by New Balance and Miu Miu. Outside Wimbledon’s hallowed courts, the style has also been seen on the wrists of Hailey Bieber, who stacks her Tiffany & Co.... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3364519/tennis-bracelets-trend-again-coco-gauff-wimbledon-meghan-markle?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3364519/tennis-bracelets-trend-again-coco-gauff-wimbledon-meghan-markle?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:00:06 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter For more than four decades, Cammilli Firenze has been steadily building a reputation that’s unmatched in the world of luxury jewellery. The brand was founded in 1983 by painter and sculptor Annamaria Cammilli, and has since grown from a single outlet in Florence to a point of global reference for jewellery excellence, with a presence in the finest jewellery outlets around the world – including, in Hong Kong, at Masterpiece by King Fook. The Florence-based maison’s sculptural origins are vividly... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3363914/style-edit-masterpiece-king-fook-presents-cammilli-firenzes-award-winning-jewellery?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3363914/style-edit-masterpiece-king-fook-presents-cammilli-firenzes-award-winning-jewellery?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 17 Aug 2026 02:00:08 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Everyone is welcome at Van Cleef & Arpels. This is the message the storied French jeweller wants to convey to its clients in Hong Kong – and around the world – with its newly opened Maison at Alexandra House, in the heart of the Central district. One of only five in the world – the other four are in Paris, New York, Seoul and Tokyo – the Hong Kong Maison was originally located in Prince’s Building, which like Alexandra House is part of the Landmark luxury complex. Designed by Paris-based Studio... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3363117/style-edit-van-cleef-arpels-opens-new-larger-hong-kong-maison?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3363117/style-edit-van-cleef-arpels-opens-new-larger-hong-kong-maison?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 10 Aug 2026 02:00:16 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre From heritage brands like Cartier and Chaumet to emerging names like Cece Jewellery and Isabel Delgado, here are some of our favourite picks from this season’s jewellery offerings to introduce to your summer rotation. Oxblood Celebrity tattoo artist Dr Brian Woo and designer Giulia Luchi are the founders of Oxblood, a brand offering jewellery and collectible pieces. Combining the words “oxidised” and “blood” to convey the idea of “passion memorialised in time”, the label adds a further Gothic... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3361957/9-jewellery-pieces-summer-dior-and-cartier-van-cleef-arpels-homage-cher?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3361957/9-jewellery-pieces-summer-dior-and-cartier-van-cleef-arpels-homage-cher?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:00:08 +0000 Joshua Hendren Joshua Hendren The price of gold has spiked in recent years and, as a result, the jewellery trade is quietly turning to other materials. Bronze, copper, titanium and aluminium are turning up in collections, whether from independent designers or established maisons, used not as substitutes for gold but for what they offer in their own right. “Gold has gone astronomically expensive and thus it shifts again in its perception and wearability,” says British goldsmith Joy Bonfield-Colombara, founder of Joy BC, who... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3362244/why-vhernier-and-hemmerle-are-turning-gold-bronze-copper-and-aluminium?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3362244/why-vhernier-and-hemmerle-are-turning-gold-bronze-copper-and-aluminium?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 01 Aug 2026 20:00:08 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter For much of the past century, the natural diamond industry has relied on familiar narratives – bridal jewellery, everlasting romance and flawless white stones. But consumer tastes are changing, and so is the way diamonds are being presented. De Beers Group’s latest initiative, “Desert diamonds”, signals an attempt to broaden that conversation, shifting the spotlight towards naturally warm-coloured diamonds and a more personal approach to luxury. The largest category marketing investment by De... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3362140/style-edit-de-beers-group-redefines-luxury-warm-hued-desert-diamonds?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3362140/style-edit-de-beers-group-redefines-luxury-warm-hued-desert-diamonds?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 31 Jul 2026 02:00:15 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Boucheron’s latest high jewellery collection celebrates the ties that bind as well as the individual idiosyncrasies that make each of us human. Using the same shapes and silhouettes through the collection’s five sets, creative director Claire Choisne’s latest creations force us to look closely at intricate details and the subtle nuances they reveal: gemstones that shine a little differently depending on the light, assortments that bring various colours to the fore. It’s the perfect match for the... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3362106/style-shoot-boucheron-high-jewellery-and-fendi-tailoring-deliver-memorable-contrast?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3362106/style-shoot-boucheron-high-jewellery-and-fendi-tailoring-deliver-memorable-contrast?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 31 Jul 2026 02:00:10 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre De Beers Group took over one of Shanghai’s most striking buildings – the West Bund Orbit, designed by British architect Thomas Heatherwick – to unveil its Desert diamonds campaign in China. Featuring a gong performance, Peking opera and testimonials from figures such as female race car driver Shi Wei, the event was a full immersion into Chinese culture and its many connections with the diamond world. The leading diamond company globally, De Beers Group supplies natural diamonds to the top... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3362365/de-beers-launches-desert-diamonds-campaign-china-spark-new-fine-jewellery-trend?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3362365/de-beers-launches-desert-diamonds-campaign-china-spark-new-fine-jewellery-trend?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Jul 2026 06:45:32 +0000 Francesca Fearon Francesca Fearon Flowers have been blooming all over the catwalks in their voluminous glory for the past couple of seasons and are a reminder that in jewellery, floral designs still reign supreme. For his haute couture spring/summer 2026 show in January, Jonathan Anderson referenced Christian Dior’s personal passion for flowers and gardens with bunches of freshly gathered cyclamen gifted to him by former creative director John Galliano. The gesture was acknowledged in prints and floral appliqués on dresses as... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3362067/floral-jewellery-blooming-chanel-and-dior-asian-ateliers?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3362067/floral-jewellery-blooming-chanel-and-dior-asian-ateliers?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:00:07 +0000 Varvara Rodchenko Varvara Rodchenko Birkin bags and vintage Rolexes aren’t the only luxury collectibles celebrities treasure these days. For the biggest names in hip-hop, chains and signature gemmed items are proving to be serious investment pieces. According to an expert from luxury resale marketplace FashioNica, Drake’s US$1 million purchase of Tupac’s crown ring “is the clearest signal yet, a piece whose cultural value far exceeds the gold and diamonds in it. It’s the same appreciation curve we see in vintage handbags and... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360476/5-hip-hop-stars-most-expensive-jewellery-collections-drake-jay-z-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360476/5-hip-hop-stars-most-expensive-jewellery-collections-drake-jay-z-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 27 Jul 2026 20:00:09 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Graff is renowned around the world for its mastery of diamonds – and there’s no better way of showing off the prized stones’ glittering facets than on the shimmering wings of one of nature’s most exquisite creations: the butterfly. That’s perfectly illustrated by the 12 latest releases from Graff’s Butterfly Brooches collection, each available in a limited edition of just 10. They represent the newest iteration of a collection that has accompanied Graff throughout much of its history,... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3361201/style-edit-graffs-butterfly-brooches-collection-celebrates-goddesses-and-extraordinary-women?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3361201/style-edit-graffs-butterfly-brooches-collection-celebrates-goddesses-and-extraordinary-women?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 27 Jul 2026 02:00:08 +0000 Annie Darling Annie Darling It’s no secret that gold jewellery is back – but not in the sense of a simple revival. After years defined by silver-toned minimalism, mirror finishes and a pared-back contemporary feel, yellow gold reads less like nostalgia and more like correction. It restores warmth to a visual vocabulary that had become increasingly cool and remote. There is a renewed intimacy to its presence and a sense that jewellery is once again designed to be felt as much as seen, restoring a human element to modern... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3361182/why-yellow-gold-jewellery-defining-jewellery-design-2026?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3361182/why-yellow-gold-jewellery-defining-jewellery-design-2026?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 24 Jul 2026 22:00:08 +0000 Gayatri Bhaumik Gayatri Bhaumik The modern engagement ring may have originated as a commercial campaign in the 1930s and 1940s but today, it’s a deeply personal artefact. As they look for the perfect ring to mark their commitment, couples are embracing the uniqueness of their connection. Loletta Lai, Natural Diamond APAC vice-president of De Beers Group, says that in 2026, couples are prioritising personal narratives as they search for rings that tell an “authentic story of individuality and connection”. Sally Ryder, director... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3361158/how-taylor-swift-and-zendaya-are-driving-trend-bespoke-engagement-rings?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3361158/how-taylor-swift-and-zendaya-are-driving-trend-bespoke-engagement-rings?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:00:12 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter For more than two centuries, nature has been the beating heart of Chaumet. From the flowers favoured by Empress Joséphine to the bees that have become an enduring emblem of the maison, the Parisian jeweller has always looked to the natural world not simply for decoration, but for emotion. Its latest high jewellery collection, A Journey Through Nature, takes that philosophy in an entirely new direction – one that engages memory as much as the eye. Rather than recreating landscapes or botanical... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360947/style-edit-chaumets-journey-through-nature-turns-spices-and-sensations-jewels?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360947/style-edit-chaumets-journey-through-nature-turns-spices-and-sensations-jewels?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:00:28 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter High jewellery has never been just about exceptional gemstones. Increasingly, the world’s leading maisons are looking beyond rarity and craftsmanship, turning to art, architecture and culture as sources of inspiration. The result is jewellery that does more than showcase precious stones – it reflects ideas, emotions and creative expression. That intersection of art and jewellery lies at the heart of Eclettica, Bulgari’s latest high jewellery collection. Comprising more than 150 one-of-a-kind... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360946/style-edit-bulgaris-eclettica-blends-roman-elegance-artistic-expression?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360946/style-edit-bulgaris-eclettica-blends-roman-elegance-artistic-expression?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:00:21 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter For Hermès, the horse has always been more than an emblem. It has been at the heart of the Parisian maison. Long before it became synonymous with leather bags and silk scarves, Hermès was crafting harnesses and saddlery for Europe’s finest riders. That equestrian heritage continues to shape everything the house creates, including its latest high jewellery collection, Into the Horsescape. The ninth Haute Bijouterie collection, designed by Pierre Hardy, doesn’t celebrate the horse in an obvious... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360944/style-edit-hermes-horsescape-collection-ode-its-equestrian-roots?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360944/style-edit-hermes-horsescape-collection-ode-its-equestrian-roots?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:00:12 +0000 Francesca Fearon Francesca Fearon Elaborately jewelled hair adornments are deeply rooted in Asian cultural heritage – from the court ladies of the Qing dynasty and the geishas of Japan, to bridal traditions across Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia. Beyond the tiaras of European aristocrats and the silver and tortoiseshell hair combs of the Edwardians – who loved voluminous hairstyles – such jewelled adornments played a less central role in the West. This was an often-missed opportunity to enhance an outfit for a party or gala... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360810/return-jewelled-hairpieces-boasting-fans-lisa-blackpink-and-megan-thee-stallion?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360810/return-jewelled-hairpieces-boasting-fans-lisa-blackpink-and-megan-thee-stallion?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:47:11 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Luxury group LVMH’s jewellery portfolio comprises brands such as Bulgari, Chaumet and Tiffany & Co. but its first jewellery acquisition was a relatively little-known French jeweller named Fred. Founded 90 years ago by Fred Samuel, who moved from Argentina to France at the age of 16 to study jewellery, the brand quickly became known for elegant jewellery for everyday wear. Its sunny aesthetic – informed by Samuel’s Argentinian background and his love for sailing – made the house stand out among... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360637/style-edit-fred-jewellery-ceo-vincent-reynes-90-years-riviera-glamour?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360637/style-edit-fred-jewellery-ceo-vincent-reynes-90-years-riviera-glamour?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 16 Jul 2026 02:00:06 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Italian jeweller Buccellati is one of those “if you know, you know” brands that could only have come out of Milan. Much like the city where it was established in 1919, Buccellati is an acquired taste, a brand for connoisseurs and lovers of the finer things in life. While in recent years Buccellati has experienced rapid growth and increased awareness – especially after being acquired in 2019 by Richemont, the owner of jewellers such as Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels – the house has managed to... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360600/style-edit-buccellati-ceo-nicolas-luchsinger-italian-houses-handcrafted-jewellery?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360600/style-edit-buccellati-ceo-nicolas-luchsinger-italian-houses-handcrafted-jewellery?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Jul 2026 03:46:37 +0000 Annie Brown Annie Brown High jewellery season is something akin to the hard luxury Super Bowl. After all, it’s the annual moment for the top jewellery maisons to show one-of-a-kind creations, using the most exquisite gemstones to wow their top clients in far-flung (and envy-inducing) destinations around the world. A jewellery rush is inevitable. Beyond exceptional pieces, the lavish events held to unveil the collections – from Cartier in the South of France to Louis Vuitton in Marrakech – are important too. For one, as... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360481/years-most-dazzling-high-jewellery-drops-louis-vuitton-gucci-chanel-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360481/years-most-dazzling-high-jewellery-drops-louis-vuitton-gucci-chanel-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:20:35 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter The house of Stenzhorn combines a delicate yet assertive aesthetic, always taking its inspiration from the forms of nature, with a level of technical mastery few other jewellery makers can aspire to. The family-owned company was founded in Germany in 1979 and, to this day, takes the same artisanal approach it has always championed, making everything under the roof of its own atelier. Stenzhorn is perhaps best known for its exceptional craftsmanship and expertise with the invisible setting, in... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360138/style-edit-stenzhorns-nature-inspired-high-jewellery-butterflies-knot-motifs?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360138/style-edit-stenzhorns-nature-inspired-high-jewellery-butterflies-knot-motifs?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Jul 2026 02:00:16 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Messika’s latest haute joaillerie collection marks a compelling evolution for a maison that built its reputation on the brilliance of diamonds. With Terres de Contrastes, founder and creative director Valérie Messika looks beyond the stone itself, embracing the rich palette of Botswana – a country where extraordinary diamonds emerge from landscapes defined by striking natural contrasts. Terres de Contrastes builds on last year’s Terres d’Instinct collection, with colour woven into the house’s... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360132/style-edit-messika-evokes-botswanas-raw-beauty-terres-de-contrastes-high-jewellery-collection?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360132/style-edit-messika-evokes-botswanas-raw-beauty-terres-de-contrastes-high-jewellery-collection?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Jul 2026 02:00:14 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Each year, Boucheron’s Carte Blanche collection serves as a canvas for creative director Claire Choisne’s most thought-provoking ideas. Following recent explorations of environmental fragility, the maison turns its attention inward for 2026, examining humanity itself. At a time when technology and artificial intelligence challenge notions of creativity, Choisne makes a compelling argument for the unique value of human imagination, emotion and craftsmanship. The result is a collection that is... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360117/style-edit-boucherons-carte-blanche-2026-high-jewellery-collection-explores-humanity?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3360117/style-edit-boucherons-carte-blanche-2026-high-jewellery-collection-explores-humanity?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Jul 2026 02:00:09 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter For a visual rendering of the soul of Milan, look no further than Stile Libero, the latest high jewellery collection from the city’s celebrated maison, Pomellato. The brand has been encoding the signature combination of unbeatable glamour and painstaking craftsmanship that characterises its hometown into unique jewellery creations since 1967. Each one is a maximalist showcase of the chromatic majesty of a spectrum of coloured stones; these are curving, sensuous, tactile pieces that feel as good... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3359695/style-edit-pomellatos-stile-libero-collection-flaunts-milanese-elegance-vibrant-stones?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3359695/style-edit-pomellatos-stile-libero-collection-flaunts-milanese-elegance-vibrant-stones?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 08 Jul 2026 02:00:08 +0000 Annie Brown Annie Brown Fashion has long been cyclical, and that goes for jewellery too. Queen Victoria, who can be seen as one of history’s original influencers in starting the trend for white wedding dresses, was also known to wear several rings stacked on one finger. Though to be fair, the Tudors were also partial to a ring stack. In any case, look at Michael Rider’s debut for Celine – the current barometer for a zippy kind of chicness – where models wore rings stacked on every finger. Queen Victoria would have been... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3359684/how-stack-rings-pro-according-jewellers-jessica-mccormack?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3359684/how-stack-rings-pro-according-jewellers-jessica-mccormack?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 07 Jul 2026 22:00:05 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso Thai-born jewellery designer Sophie Schuemers-Rogers, founder of fine jewellery brand Pacharee, knows Bangkok better than anyone. And the spirit of Thailand runs deep in her designs: she recently launched another jewellery brand, Khong, which incorporates Thai spiritual symbols and scripts across several of its signature pieces. Though she splits her time between Bangkok and Zurich, where Pacharee also has an atelier, Schuemers-Rogers will always call the Thai capital home – and she has many... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3359576/ultimate-guide-bangkok-according-pacharee-founder-sophie-schuemers-rogers?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3359576/ultimate-guide-bangkok-according-pacharee-founder-sophie-schuemers-rogers?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 07 Jul 2026 06:00:08 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter In fashion, few houses understand the power of contradiction quite like Prada. For its Couleur Vivante fine jewellery collection, the maison translates that signature philosophy into precious stones, creating pieces that challenge traditional notions of luxury through unexpected colour pairings, asymmetry and a refreshingly modern perspective on jewels. Conceived by co-creative directors Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons, the collection is built around a language of dualities – harmony and tension,... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3359299/style-edit-pradas-couleur-vivante-collection-miuccia-prada-and-raf-simons?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3359299/style-edit-pradas-couleur-vivante-collection-miuccia-prada-and-raf-simons?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 06 Jul 2026 02:00:16 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Louis Vuitton made its first foray into high jewellery just over 15 years ago, and the maison has since made quite the name for itself in a field already filled with more established heritage jewellers. On an exquisite evening in the desert of Marrakech, Morocco, in April, the maison revealed its latest high jewellery collection, Mythica, depicting an epic personal journey that celebrates the modern woman as the heroine and author of her own story. The collection was unveiled in the presence of... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3359237/style-edit-louis-vuittons-mythica-centres-modern-heroines-ana-de-armas-and-lea-seydoux?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3359237/style-edit-louis-vuittons-mythica-centres-modern-heroines-ana-de-armas-and-lea-seydoux?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 06 Jul 2026 02:00:12 +0000 Francesca Fearon Francesca Fearon For a long time, we have regarded Paris’s Place Vendôme as the epicentre of the high jewellery world, and there is no denying that it retains that title. Nevertheless, Asia has made its mark, having produced some remarkable creators over the past 25 years, including Michelle Ong of Carnet, Cindy Chao and Wallace Chan – all names that resonate globally. But there are others from around the region deserving of international acclaim. Among them, mainland Chinese artist Feng J is marking 10 years of... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3359114/how-asian-designers-are-redefining-high-jewellery-craft-globally-sirivannavari-feng-j?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3359114/how-asian-designers-are-redefining-high-jewellery-craft-globally-sirivannavari-feng-j?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 Jul 2026 22:00:07 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter The debut of Chanel’s latest high jewellery collection, Signes & Symboles, deserved a setting as evocative as the collection itself, and Chanel found precisely that at one of Hong Kong’s most breathtaking locations. During a celebration held at The Verandah at The Repulse Bay last month, the collection was unveiled in fitting style with house ambassadors and friends of the brand in attendance, clad in the collection’s magnificent new pieces. Overlooking the South China Sea, the landmark provided... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3359115/style-edit-chanel-signes-symboles-star-studded-hong-kong-launch?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3359115/style-edit-chanel-signes-symboles-star-studded-hong-kong-launch?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 Jul 2026 02:00:06 +0000 Andrea Lo Andrea Lo Torque-style jewellery – defined by its circular or oval silhouette, usually left open at the front, ending in ornamental spheres or gems perhaps – has a long history. Some of the most recognisable torque motifs in high jewellery include Cartier’s Juste un Clou (meaning “just a nail”), envisioned as a nail bent into pieces of jewellery; Graff’s Laurence Graff Signature diamond bangles; and Tiffany & Co.’s T by Tiffany collection, with pieces finished with a “T” at each end. While the style has... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3358831/torque-jewellery-refined-cartier-hong-kongs-chantel-shafie?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3358831/torque-jewellery-refined-cartier-hong-kongs-chantel-shafie?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:00:07 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Cartier is going back to the essence of gemstones with its latest high jewellery collection. Le Chœur des Pierres was unveiled at a Saint-Tropez chateau on the glittering French Riviera in May in an ode to the gems that inspire the design and creation of magnificent jewellery through their shape, colour, history and symbolism. The 17th century estate was turned into a sparkling showcase of stones, artistry and heritage, the event drawing an international guest list that included Shu Qi, Zoe... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3358509/style-edit-cartier-le-choeur-des-pierres-high-jewellery-feted-zoe-saldana-and-shu-qi?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3358509/style-edit-cartier-le-choeur-des-pierres-high-jewellery-feted-zoe-saldana-and-shu-qi?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 29 Jun 2026 02:00:13 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter For more than a century, the symbols that shaped Gabrielle Chanel’s life have echoed throughout the house’s creative universe. The camellia, lion, star and sun were never merely decorative motifs – they are fragments of memory and sources of intuition that guided one of fashion’s most influential visionaries. With Signes & Symboles, Chanel’s latest high jewellery collection, these cherished emblems are brought together in a dazzling celebration of craftsmanship, colour and... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3358450/style-edit-chanels-dazzling-imprime-lion-necklace-leads-signes-symboles-high-jewellery-collection?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3358450/style-edit-chanels-dazzling-imprime-lion-necklace-leads-signes-symboles-high-jewellery-collection?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 29 Jun 2026 02:00:10 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Jeweller Chow Tai Fook unveiled its latest high jewellery collection, Chinese Couture, in Shanghai, China, with creative director of high jewellery Nicholas Lieou on hand to introduce the range. Sonia Cheng, vice-chairman and executive director of Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group, and global ambassador Yang Yang also attended the event. While Chow Tai Fook is known around the world for its gold trinkets and diamond pieces – available across hundreds of stores in Greater China and the rest of Asia –... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3358456/style-edit-chow-tai-fooks-chinese-couture-high-jewellery-collection?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3358456/style-edit-chow-tai-fooks-chinese-couture-high-jewellery-collection?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 26 Jun 2026 06:45:08 +0000 Francesca Fearon Francesca Fearon The skilful combination of filigree, inlay and various other techniques to shape jewellery out of delicate gold and silver threads – known as fine gold art – reached new heights during the Ming dynasty (1368–1644) and was developed further in the Qing dynasty (1644–1912). Over those centuries, a number of China’s ethnic minorities developed filigree jewellery ornaments – hairpins, hook earrings and buckles – with their own characteristics, passing them down through the generations until they... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3357866/how-jeweller-reimagining-traditional-chinese-filigree-modern-pieces?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3357866/how-jeweller-reimagining-traditional-chinese-filigree-modern-pieces?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 23 Jun 2026 06:00:23 +0000 Bridget Barnett Bridget Barnett Long associated with tradition and occasion dressing, the brooch is experiencing a clear resurgence. Bold takes were spotted on Hollywood’s most notable men this past awards season, while the latest ready-to-wear shows were awash with statement iterations and inventive styling. What was once decorative now reads as deliberate, becoming the piece that steals the focus. Brooches began life with a far more practical role. In the Bronze Age, fibulae (Latin for “clasps” or “pins”) were used to fasten... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3357177/why-brooches-are-taking-over-red-carpet-seen-leonardo-dicaprio-tilda-swinton-and-michael-b-jordan?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3357177/why-brooches-are-taking-over-red-carpet-seen-leonardo-dicaprio-tilda-swinton-and-michael-b-jordan?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 20 Jun 2026 22:00:06 +0000 Joshua Hendren Joshua Hendren A new jewellery trend has emerged of late, with men embracing the choker necklace, challenging traditional norms. Chokers have been a staple in women’s jewellery boxes for decades, but over the past few seasons something has shifted. Men are wearing them too – and boy, are they wearing them well. Heated Rivalry star Connor Storrie is a fan and wore a diamond-encrusted version at the Actor Awards (formerly the SAG Awards) back in March. Storrie’s platinum choker was from Tiffany & Co.’s Victoria... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3357145/mens-chokers-jewellery-trend-timothee-chalamet-and-connor-storrie-are-reviving?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3357145/mens-chokers-jewellery-trend-timothee-chalamet-and-connor-storrie-are-reviving?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:00:07 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Van Cleef & Arpels unveiled its latest high jewellery collection, Fascinating Egypt, with a series of events, including talks and master classes, that culminated in a gala dinner at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris on Tuesday. High jewellery is the pinnacle of the jewellery industry. Similar to haute couture in fashion, high jewellery – or haute joaillerie in French – involves the creation of one-of-a-kind pieces that can take years to make. While houses like Van Cleef & Arpels rely on more... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3356570/van-cleef-arpels-fascinating-egypt-collection-inspired-pharaohs-and-pyramids?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3356570/van-cleef-arpels-fascinating-egypt-collection-inspired-pharaohs-and-pyramids?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 10 Jun 2026 03:06:37 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Chanel’s opulent high jewellery collection Signes & Symboles is inspired by those brand icons most dear to founder Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel: the sun, star, lion and camellia. The 85-piece collection charts a clear path linking those house codes and more, a triumphant vision of tradition reimagined for a new, contemporary generation of high jewellery admirers, bridging shimmering radiance with a cool, understated elegance. PHOTOGRAPHY ALEXANDRA UTZMANN STYLING BRITANI CATO MAKE-UP ISIS... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3355811/style-shoot-chanels-shimmering-high-jewellery-collection-signes-symboles?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3355811/style-shoot-chanels-shimmering-high-jewellery-collection-signes-symboles?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 05 Jun 2026 02:00:09 +0000