Styled to a T
Styled to a T:
ANGEL CHEN
Styled to a T:
CHRISTOPHER JOHN ROGERS Styled to a T:
ANTONIN TRON
Timeless, to me, means immortal; it means enduring, ageless, and constant. The word can also carry a suggestion of being antiquated, but this project aims to change that. In the following pages, as a special collaboration, we present Tiffany jewelry through the eyes of fashion’s new guard of three talented young designers: Antonin Tron, Angel Chen, Christopher John Rogers—who are redefining timelessness as being free from the traditional boundaries of gender and race.
For this project, we asked each designer to style their muse in a fantastic mix of Tiffany jewelry and their own creations, and captured the creative partnerships on video. (The three “Styled to a T” films can be seen in their entirety on lofficielusa.com.) On these pages, you will see arresting still images from these films, and you’ll read each designer’s musings on their love of fashion, their own creativity, and their personal relationship with jewelry. L’Officiel and Tiffany: the perfect pair. — Lisa Immordino Vreeland, Director
L’ATELIER
Antonin TRON Where does the name of your company, Atlein, come from? ANTONIN TRON: It’s an homage to the Atlantic Ocean. I spend as much time there as I can. I love surfing; it’s my favorite thing in life. LIV: When did the subject of sustainability become so important to you? How have you applied it to your collection? AT: The concept of sustainability has always been in my life, thanks to my parents. When we would drive the car in the summer, my mom wouldn’t put the air conditioner on because said we needed to save the oil for our future. It’s something that I grew up with, but I also think—same as everybody—I’ve become aware of this very unsustainable lifestyle we are all living. We are in a transitional moment. When you start a company, every choice you make has an impact on the environment. It was very important to me to create a company with certain values. LISA IMMORDINO VREELAND:
We started Atlein in 2015 after I spent many years working for big companies. There was so much waste—it became really difficult for me to cope with, so I wanted to create an alternative system. How do you create fashion today? Whenever you create something, you destroy something. I believe the answers to a lot of these environmental issues lie in making things smaller: making fewer things, and working more locally. Atlein is a family business. It’s me, and it’s Gabriele [Forte], who is my partner in life. My brothers help, and my mom also works with us. She does the accounting, and makes the jewelry for the shows, and then she cooks for everyone after. I couldn’t do it all without her. LIV: What story are you trying to tell by taking Tiffany jewelry and mixing it with your aesthetic? AT: It’s about contrast. Most of my dresses are this very fluid jersey construction, and having this jewelry—this harder element—creates a very nice tension.
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Angel CHEN When you are creating a collection, what are some of the most important elements that you keep in mind? ANGEL CHEN: When I’m creating a collection, the first element I keep in mind is color. I want to make sure the collection is full of color, because my family background is in painting and my dad is kind of a color engineer, and he has been sitting in a lab and discovering color his whole life, so I want to keep the color DNA in my collection. The second is having a mix between Eastern and Western culture. I always want to bring traditional Chinese elements to a more contemporary aesthetic. The third is creating a collection that is somewhat genderless and more contemporary in that way, without boundaries between country, age, and gender. LIV: How did your family inspire you? AC: I think my drawing was inspired by my dad. He was always working with color and different materials and textiles, and I always have tons of inspiration come out from seeing his work. LISA IMMORDINO VREELAND:
My mom is very stylish. When I was young, I would always hide in her closet and steal her beautiful vintage scarf and wrap it around my body, which I guess you could say was my first creation. And my grandma is very kind and good at lots of techniques, especially sewing and crochet and knitting. She’s such a fascinating lady. She taught me how to sew my first pair of trousers by cutting off a piece of a curtain. LIV: How closely interlinked do you feel jewelry is to emotion and sentimentality? AC: I think jewelry has spirit. It might be strange to say that, but I do think it has spirit because it can be something that lives with you. There are some kinds of jewelry you really cannot take off. That jewelry might even protect you. That’s my spiritual thinking. Lots of old Chinese people think jewelry can protect you from harm or some jewelry can bring you luck. Some jewelry can bring you wealth, and some jewelry can bring you love or health or happiness.
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Christopher John ROGERS Is there a woman in your head who you have as a reference when designing? CHRISTOPHER JOHN ROGERS: I think the women or the people that I always reference end up being my closest friends. It’s really about a person who mixes and matches different things, who isn’t beholden to one type of aesthetic or reference, and who creates their own world—not to impress anyone, but solely because they enjoy the journey of getting dressed. :You have to be super self-assured to feel comfortable in these clothes. I also hope that even if you aren’t, the clothes can help you muster that within yourself. LIV: You clearly love color. What does color mean to you? CJR: Color is the way that I see the world, more than any specific reference, any decade, or type of garment, or silhouette. It’s a way to make people feel happy. It’s what has always made me feel happy. My fifth grade school picture was me in headto-toe yellow, which looking back, was hilarious. And my mom was like, “I don’t know what you’re wearing.” LISA IMMORDINO VREELAND:
What is your personal relationship with jewelry like? My grandmother had a ton of jewelry and she definitely loved it, loved it, loved it. She always dressed monochromatically and presented herself in head-to-toe one color, so whether it was costume jewelry that was red that matched her red suit, or it was diamonds that she wore with an all-white ensemble, it was really for her about self-expression and not really taking it too seriously. That aesthetic and that point of view has manifested itself into the work that I do. LIV: How was working with Alek Wek on this project? What kind of story are you telling together? CJR: Alek is one of my top inspirations. Whenever I think of high glam and high fashion, I think of Alek. And that’s definitely something that we’re all about here at CJR is self-expression, taking up space, being glamorous wherever you go. So whether it is a black tie event or you’re just walking down the street to grab a carton of milk, fashioning yourself in a way that allows you to be most yourself. LIV:
CJR:
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Long gone are the days when women waited for a lover or family member to gift them a piece of fine jewelry. Why not take the reins and choose a piece for yourself? Tiffany & Co., through the introduction of their new collection, Tiffany T1, begs the question. Tiffany T1 invites the wearer to consider adding extraordinary jewelry into daily rotation. Pairing graphic forms with elegant proportions, the collection takes everyday jewelry up a notch with the addition of diamonds intricately set in rose, yellow, and white gold. “At Tiffany, we believe that luxury should be effortless and irreverent,” says Reed Krakoff, Tiffany’s Chief Artistic Officer. “Through these pieces, we convey that precious stones aren’t just for special occasions—they can be worn everyday as a celebration of yourself.” Whether you opt for a simple ring or a bracelet set with diamonds, a Tiffany T1 piece will feel right at home in your daily jewelry tray. —Sabrina Abbas
Photography COPPI BARBIERI
Tiffany T1 wide diamond ring in 18k rose gold, Tiffany T1 diamond necklace in 18k rose gold TIFFANY &. CO.
L’OBSESSION
10 Gilded Treasures to Add to Your Jewelry Box this Fall, Courtesy of Tiffany & Co. By TAYLOR JEFFRIES If you are after a sleek and chic piece of jewelry to wear with your fresh fall wardrobe, allow us to introduce you to the latest offering from Tiffany & Co. The Tiffany T1 collection honors the American jewelry maison’s legacy, with the reimagined “T” motif embodying effortless everyday beauty. Created by Chief Artistic Officer Reed Krakoff, Charlize Theron first introduced the new collection to the world by debuting the high jewelry Tiffany T1 diamond necklace at this year’s BAFTA Awards. As of this month, you can snap up the collection’s rings and bracelets in yellow, rose, or white gold. Should you want to take a page from Theron’s book, you too can wear the rose gold and diamond necklace for a cool $150,000. Not many of us will be attending large parties and galas this fall, so for a more demure take on diamond bling, we love a classic tennis bracelet, like the Tiffany Victoria® tennis bracelet, with its delicately crafted marquise diamonds. For those of you who want to make a modern street style statement, look no further than the Tiffany HardWear collection, featuring chunky chainlink necklaces and earrings. The collection has been spotted on some of fashion’s chicest influencers, from Pernille Teisbaek to Marie von Behrens. Tiffany & Co.’s timeless jewelry collections are transformative accessories that empower women throughout everyday life. The Tiffany T1 collection offers courage and optimism to whoever wears its stunning pieces and offers a reminder of accomplishments and strengths. Each of the ten gilded beauties below will be a welcome addition to your jewelry box this fall. Happy Shopping.
Shop the latest additions to the Tiffany T1 collection, and other chic jewels to wear this season.
LE SHOPPING
Narrow Diamond Ring A woman can always wear a few extra rings, especially if they're from Tiffany & Co. This rose gold ring, with pavĂŠ diamonds on one side, is begging to be added to your favorite stack. Tiffany T1 Narrow Diamond Ring, ÂŁ1,475 TIFFANY & CO.
Graduated Link Necklace As chain-linked necklaces are on trend this year, invest in one that’s a bit more luxurious. With its 18k gold graduated chain, this necklace is designed for a woman who loves a bold fashion statement. Tiffany HardWear Graduated Link Necklace, £11,100 TIFFANY & CO.
Link Earrings The gilded links of this Tiffany & Co. earring dangle at just the right length. Perfect for the office, but chic enough for an evening out, these Tiffany HardWear 18k yellow gold earrings will take you from day to night. Tiffany HardWear Link Earrings, ÂŁ4,625 TIFFANY & CO.
Wide Ring This simple 18k gold ring should be on every minimalist’s shopping list. For a classic and polished look, plan to wear this gold ring with beveled edge detail every single day. Tiffany T1 Wide Ring, £1,850 TIFFANY & CO.
Wide Diamond Hinged Bangle Diamonds are a girl’s best friend, so why not buy this 18k gold diamond-encrusted bracelet? With pavé diamonds skillfully set in a honeycomb pattern, this bracelet sparkles brighter than the others you may own. Tiffany T1 Wide Diamond Hinged Bangle, £27,700 TIFFANY & CO.
Narrow Diamond Hinged Bangle If you prefer dainty jewelry pieces, opt for this narrow 18k white gold bracelet. This bracelet offers subtle shine to any cozy and casual outfit you may wear this fall. Tiffany T1 Narrow Diamond Hinged Bangle, ÂŁ8,775 TIFFANY & CO.
Narrow Diamond Ring Some of you may swear by one color of gold, and if that’s you, don’t despair. Thankfully, Tiffany’s narrow diamond ring also comes in white gold. Stack this ring or wear it by itself-either way, it’s a versatile addition to your jewelry box. Tiffany T1 Narrow Diamond Ring, £1,475 TIFFANY & CO.
Tennis Bracelet Never underestimate the power of a classic. The Tiffany Victoria® tennis bracelet is electrifying with scintillating diamonds set in platinum. This fanciful bracelet is absolutely unforgettable. Tiffany Victoria® Tennis Bracelet, £14,800 TIFFANY & CO.