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Masterpieces
Masterpieces covers the latest news and trends in luxury jewellery and high horology, providing insights on design, craftsmanship and industry developments.
Cartier’s Tutti Frutti necklace sold at Sotheby’s. Hong Kong’s auction houses posted record results in the second half of 2025. Photo: Handout
Jewellery

Spirited bidding, rare gems: inside Hong Kong’s jewellery auction revival

Fierce bidding drove record jewellery auction results last year, with Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels on the block – and spring 2026 is following suit.

High Jewellery

Into the blue: why brands from Dior to Chaumet are falling for tanzanite

High Jewellery

Explainer | The signet ring holds many identities, from status symbol to style marker

Timepieces

The enduring legacy of Rolex’s 70-year-old GMT-Master

GMT watches remain popular for their ability to track a second time zone, and though Rolex is the blueprint, other brands have reinterpreted the design – and frequent fliers still love it.

Rolex’s GMT-Master was created 70 years ago. Pictured here is the Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II. Photo: Handout
High Jewellery

How the ladylike pearl of old is getting a bold new look

Enormous pearls are taking centre stage on the runway, offering bold reinterpretations of the customary ‘string of pearls’ in contemporary fashion to redefine femininity and make striking statements.

High Jewellery

In the world of coloured gemstones, pink is the new must-have

Rare pink gemstones are fast becoming the darlings of luxury jewellery as the colour is linked to spirituality and creativity, something that resonates with consumers seeking deeper meaning.

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High Jewellery

From the runway to the red carpet, floral jewellery’s maximalist bloom

They may be timeless, but floral motifs are experiencing a significant resurgence – as seen on the red carpet and in new high jewellery collections embracing maximalism.

Floral motifs are experiencing a resurgence – as seen on the red carpet, the runway, and in new high jewellery collections embracing maximalism. Photo: Getty Images
High Jewellery

Why the jewellery industry isn’t giving up on natural diamonds

Louis Vuitton and Graff have launched new collections trading on the rarity of natural diamonds as demand for lab-grown stones slumps, with specialists De Beers slashing overall output

Sustainability

Can luxury jewellery ever be truly sustainable?

The world’s largest jewellery brand, Pandora, announced that it will only use recycled gold and silver, while Pomellato is using an ancient Japanese technique to upcycle damaged stones

Diamonds as an Investment

Why jewellery remains a shining investment during troubled times

Jewellery was the second-highest performer on the latest Knight Frank Luxury Investment Index, with period pieces, coloured gemstones and single-owner collections the strongest subsectors.

Jewellery was the second-highest performer on the latest Knight Frank Luxury Investment Index, with period pieces, coloured gemstones and single-owner collections the strongest subsectors. Photo: EPA-EFE
Timepieces

Innovation meets bling in 2024’s jewellery watches

Sleek, sparkly and showcasing creativity, this year’s newest timepieces are blurring the line between haute horlogerie and haute joaillerie

Jewellery watches shine: bling meets innovation in 2024, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels with its Lady Arpels Brise d’Été watch. Photos: Handout
High Jewellery

The ancient techniques and unorthodox materials tempting high jewellers in 2024

Van Cleef & Arpels and Cindy Chao use the ancient cire perdue, or ‘lost wax’, casting technique for their delicate creations, while Joel Arthur Rosenthal, Hemmerle and Forms are turning to aluminium

High Jewellery

The art of jewellery enamelling in 2024, from Rolex to Cartier

Luxury watchmakers are redefining the ancient decorative craft of enamelling to create dynamic timepieces

Blockchain

Radical transparency? Blockchain is making diamond sourcing more accountable

GIA partnered with blockchain platform Tracr and digital registry Everledger, while the latter also partnered with Chow Tai Fook – with 93% of Apac luxury consumers prioritising sustainability initiatives

Radical transparency? Blockchain tech is making diamond sourcing more accountable – and major players from the Gemological Institute of America, to Chow Tai Fook and De Beers are getting involved. Photo: Reuters
High Jewellery

High jewellery inspired by haute couture – from Chanel to Chopard

Dior’s Délicat haute joaillerie nods to the brand’s dressmaking heritage, while military chic takes centre stage in The Power of Couture, part of Boucheron’s Histoire de Style

Chopard’s Precious Lace high jewellery collection is dedicated to lace created by haute couture artisans. Photos: Handout
High Jewellery

The high jewellery designers daring to pair precious and humble materials

Cartier’s Le Voyage Recommencé sees coral beads paired with turquoise stones, while Boucheron’s The Power of Couture combines elements from ceremonial garments with diamonds and rock crystal

High Jewellery

No longer a girl’s best friend? Why semi-precious gems now rival diamonds

Boucheron’s More is More has onyx and mother-of-pearl, Cindy Chao used garnets and aquamarines for her Amour Butterfly, while Pomellato’s Armonie Minerali and Scarabeo both showcase semi-precious gems

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Weddings

Are round brilliant diamond engagement rings out of fashion?

Say goodbye to solitaire round brilliants – bridal jewellery’s new must-haves are fancy-cut diamonds, as seen in Louis Vuitton’s LV Diamonds, and Tiffany & Co.’s heart, pear, oval and emerald cuts

Created by Louis Vuitton’s artistic director of watches and jewellery Francesca Amfitheatrof, the new LV Diamonds collection features a revolutionary star-cut diamond inspired by the brand’s monogram. Photos: Handout
High Jewellery

Boys in bling: the Hollywood men leading the male jewellery revival

As men’s jewellery comes back into vogue, fashion experts tell Style just what the newly jewellery-curious gent should look out for

Auctions

Good as gold: how did jewellery perform at Hong Kong’s spring auctions?

Sotheby’s Magnificent Jewels auction got off to a record-setting start and Phillips’ numbers are up too – but Bonhams’ and Christie’s sales are still to come

Fashion

Men wearing flamboyant jewellery is nothing new – just ask the maharajas

In a return to historical codes, men are once again embracing bold – as well as seriously valuable – jewellery led by today’s royalty: rappers and Hollywood stars

Bulgari’s B.ZERO1 necklace is popular jewellery item for men. Photo: Bulgari
High Jewellery

Sustainable sparkles or sterile stones? How Gen-Z fell for lab-grown diamonds

Man-made gemstones excite the sustainability conscious, but old school high jewellery houses remain wedded to the story and individuality of ‘natural’ diamonds

This Hari Krishna Flower ring uses 50,907 natural diamonds, but Gen Z and others are driving interest in lab-grown stones that can be a more sustainable alternative. Photo: Hari Krishna
High Jewellery

Inspired by Hong Kong: 3 of the city’s finest jewellery designers

The buzzy, busy city has fired the imaginations of designers that are attracting global attention for their innovative high jewellery creations

High Jewellery

Spring bling: the finest high jewellery going under the hammer in Hong Kong

Huge gemstones in spectacular settings are finding a ready market in the city, with many Mandarin speakers among the wealthy buyers since the reopening of borders – here are auctions not to miss

The largest ruby in the world at 55.22 carats, the Estrela de Fura was displayed in Hong Kong ahead of its upcoming New York. Photo: Reuters
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