Van Cleef & Arpels Romeo & Juliet high jewellery
HARRY WINSTON’S AVENUE CLASSIC Akin to the dance between the Moon and the Earth, high jewellery and high watchmaking harmonise in a 20th anniversary celebration of Harry Winston’s ‘Avenue Classic’. The novelty, in celestial white gold, features a poetic moon phase complication as well as allusions to the house’s famous Fifth Avenue flagship salon (mimicking as its arched entrance). Master gemsetting is evidenced by 50 brilliant-cut diamonds on the bezel, case bands, and crown, while the top of the case is marked by two brilliant-cut diamonds; it’s an instant classic. A SHANGHAI SHOWING BY TIFFANY & CO. For the first time in its exhibition history, window-dressing wizards Tiffany & Co. grace Shanghai – with the SeptemberNovember showing of Vision & Virtuosity. The New York-headquartered jeweller finds itself far from home with this Asiabased showcase, which celebrates 180 years (featuring an array of stunning pieces that include French Crown Jewels and the world’s rarest yellow diamond, as well as delicate sketches from skilled designers). Hosted at the Fosun Foundation, the exhibit is split into six phases: one of them aptly titled ‘Blue is the Colour of Dreams’.
AT HOME WITH BOUCHERON Number 26 Place Vendôme has been the illustrious home of Boucheron since 1893. However, the maison hit the pause button last year in order to renovate. Refurnished and refreshed the brand is back, opening the doors to its historic flagship boutique (and ending 12 months of ‘Let me see!’ curiosity). Among the highlights are a pretty winter garden, a commanding – previously concealed – central staircase, as well as a luxurious 20,000 sq.ft. apartment that is designated for VIP clients, allowing for overnight stays. DIOR’S 20 YEARS OF HIGH JEWELLERY Dior Joaillerie popped open the champagne when in Venice earlier this year, to celebrate 20 years of fine jewellery joy; it stands tall as a two-decade success story, guided for its entirety by creative director Victoire de Castellane. The maison wasn’t content to simply bask in the past, however, and the moment was ripe to unveil its Gem Dior suite. A delightful USD2.1millon necklace headlines de Castellane’s latest conjured collection, where crystal-stones set the tone for her architecturally-elegant 99-piece kaleidoscope. 23