LONG AGO i N A SMALL, RUST i C WORKSHOP i N GLASGOW, JAMES LA i NG FOUNDED WHAT WOULD GO ON TO BECOME ONE OF THE LONGEST STAND i NG JEWELLERS i N THE UN i TED K i NGDOM. JAMES DREAMT OF A L i FE DED i CATED TO CRAFT AND ART i STRY, WHERE SK i LL WOULD ENDURE THE E v ERCHANG i NG LANDSCAPE AROUND H i M. AND THUS, LA i NGS WAS BORN.
THE GENERAT i ONS OF THE LA i NG FAM i LY THAT FOLLOWED DREW ON JAMES’ vi S i ON, CRAFT i NG ELEGANT F i NE JEWELLERY
COLLECT i ONS THAT EMBOD i ED STYLE THROUGH E v ERY ERA. EACH MEMBER OF THE LA i NG FAM i LY WAS AN A vi D COLLECTOR OF GEMSTONES, TRA v ELL i NG THE GLOBE TO BR i NG THE MOST CO v ETED JEWELS TO THE i R F i NE JEWELLERY CREAT i ONS. THESE P i ECES WERE THE WORK OF LA i NGS RARE CRAFTS, COMB i NED W i TH THE i NFLUENCES OF SCOTLAND’S ARCH i TECTURE AND SCULPTURAL SCENERY.
O v ER THE 180 YEARS THAT FOLLOWED JAMES’ OR i G i NAL vi S i ON, LA i NGS WOULD F i ND HOMES i N WALES AND ENGLAND, AND GO ON TO REACH NEW HE i GHTS i N THE JEWELLERY AND WATCH i NDUSTRY. ALONGS i DE OUR OWN COLLECT i ONS, LA i NGS ALSO BEGAN BR i NG i NG THE BEST OF THE CONT i NENTS BACK TO THE UN i TED K i NGDOM BY UN i T i NG W i TH THE F i NEST H i STOR i C MA i SONS i N JEWELLERY AND THE WATCH HOUSES OF GENE vA.
We now invite you to explore this world .
i N TH i S BOOK, YOU W i LL D i SCO v ER THE PAST – THROUGH LA i NGS EXCEPT i ONAL WORKS OF ART, THE PRESENT – THE P i LLARS OF TODAY WH i CH WE STAND UPON, AND F i NALLY THE FUTURE – A WORD W i TH AN E v ER GROW i NG MEAN i NG AS WE HONOUR JAMES’ CREAT iv E AND ASP i RAT i ONAL SP i R i T THROUGH THE CONT i NUED E v OLUT i ON OF LA i NGS.
HER i TAGE, CRAFTSMANSH i P AND EXPERT i SE ARE THE P i LLARS OF LA i NGS. THESE THREE FOUNDAT i ONAL ELEMENTS ARE THE SEEDS SEWN THROUGH E v ERYTH i NG WE DO AND THEY FORM THE CHAPTERS OF TH i S STORY. HER i TAGE HONOURS OUR LEGACY, CRAFTSMANSH i P REPRESENTS THE PREC i OUS SK i LLS REQU i RED TO CREATE OUR JEWELLERY, AND EXPERT i SE i S THE KNOWLEDGE NEEDED TO BR i NG ALL OF OUR i NDUSTRY TO YOU, OUR CL i ENTS WHO WE ARE SO GRATEFUL TO SER v E.
LA i NGS HAS BEEN DEF i NED BY i TS CREAT iv E SP i R i T S i NCE 1840. JAMES
LA i NG, THE FOUND i NG FATHER OF LA i NGS, ESTABL i SHED THE BRAND ON THE i NNATE PR i NC i PLES OF ART i STRY AND CRAFTSMANSH i P. EQU i PPED
W i TH SK i LLS i N HOROLOGY AND THE ART OF GOLDSM i TH i NG, JAMES’ UNWAv ER i NG COMM i TMENT TO CRAFT i S THE HER i TAGE THAT LA i NGS PROUDLY HONOURS TODAY AND HAS FORGED OUR PATH TO BECOM i NG
A BR i T i SH i NST i TUT i ON OF JEWELLERY AND WATCHMAK i NG.
HERITAGE
CRAFTING AWARD-WINNING DESIGNS FROM THE GLASGOW SCHOOL OF ART
Laings has long believed in empowering emerging talent and helping young people to realise their dreams in the jewellery industry. A Laing family member that carried this philosophy through the decades was Robert Laing, fourth generation of the Laing family. Robert cared passionately about modern ideas in jewellery design and part of his distinguished legacy was the ability to identify talent and not only champion it, but accelerate it.
“Without
encouragement of the rising generation, the creative element in our craft would be lost. It is great to know that within this sphere, our small country can compete successfully with the giants of the world. You have to follow the flair and creativity of award-winning designers.”
ROBERT LA i NG ,
1970
Over the period from 1967-1970, Laings crafted avant-garde jewellery designs by three students from Glasgow School of Art to enter the Diamond International Awards sponsored by De Beers. This close relationship with Glasgow School of Art and its prestigious silversmithing and jewellery course provided Laings with a window into the future of design. Through this collaboration, Robert’s dream to bring prestige to Scotland and put Glasgow on the international map for award-winning jewellery design came true. At the time, Diamond International Awards were the most coveted honours in jewellery design affectionally dubbed the ‘Oscars of Jewellery’. The awards were presented annually since the inaugural event in 1954, with between 25-30 winners chosen for their exceptionally creative diamond designs. Winners of the awards often went on to become eradefining designers across the globe, with an esteemed place in the honours said to advance their careers by up to ten years through the phenomenal exposure.
CRAFTING AWARD-WINNING DESIGNS FROM THE GLASGOW SCHOOL OF ART
JEAN JOHNSTON
Jean Johnston drew inspiration from light pouring through a carved stained glass window to create the design for her award-winning brooch, which was also styled on a 1960’s headpiece. The intricate design cleverly fashioned 77 diamonds in shapes of textured yellow gold on a framework of smooth polished gold. Laings called upon master craftsman Tom Collins to create the piece. By this point in his career, Tom was also recognised by local Scottish media for his contributions to the award-winning design and craft formula that struck gold at the Diamond International Awards three times. Tom, who was 37 at the time of Jean’s award submission, had been at Laings for ten years honing his skills when he crafted the brooch – a design which came with its own trials and tribulations behind the bench.
“I used a piece of 18ct gold just onesixteenth of an inch thick for the base of this 2in. by 2in. brooch. One of the few problems was when the fine white gold tubing, in which the stones are set, didn’t arrive in time and I had to make my own.”
TOM
COLL i NS MASTER CRAFTSMAN AT LAINGS, 1969
THE 1986 COMMONWEALTH GAMES BATON
In the summer of 1986, the Commonwealth Games were held in Edinburgh, Scotland’s picturesque capital city. To mark the historic occasion for Scotland, Laings was bestowed the honour of designing and crafting the Commonwealth Baton, an iconic emblem that embodies the spirit of the games.
“The design was inherently challenging but equally exciting. Immediately I looked to previous batons in search of inspiration but my objective was to create something that had never been seen before. I wanted the piece to have some drama about it, different from those of the past, but most importantly it had to be indigenously Scottish.”
M i CHAEL LA i NG
Ten months before the Commonwealth Games took place, Laings was approached by the royal palace to design the baton. Crafting such a design from precious metals and gemstones presented technical challenges –the baton needed to be durable enough to withstand the lengthy journey and robust in case it was dropped, but
equally beautiful to represent both Laings and Scotland to our Commonwealth friends around the globe.
Michael Laing looked to the legends of Greece for the inspiration behind the design. He was inspired by the Greek mythology of ancient games, which ceremoniously displayed flaming torches and sacred fires as symbols of competition. As the host country, Michael wanted to combine this creative vision with materials from Scotland itself, with the ambition that the design would be crafted from local resources. Rather than choosing traditional gemstones for the baton, Michael forged a different path and sourced rare Scottish Jasper from the mountains.
Together with Robert Reekie – Curator of Geology at National Museum of Scotland, Michael travelled to the Campsie Fells to find the perfect stone for his creation. It took Robert over 100 hours to polish, groove and shape the stone for the design, using tools in the geology department of the museum. Scottish Jasper has rich, burgundy tones which were described by Michael as “a splendid autumn scene”. This wonder of nature brought to life the fire of Michael’s original vision.
“Standing with my parents and watching the baton arrive with the Queen herself was a moment of immense pride for me, a real triumph of my career as a designer. The
whole process from imagination to conception was truly an experience that I, those involved, and the teams at Laings today will appreciate forever more.”
M i CHAEL LA i NG
Following the Commonwealth Games, the baton returned to Laings Edinburgh where it was showcased alongside the medals of Allan Wells MBE, Commonwealth and Olympic Gold Medallist. As well as being one of the most accomplished Scottish athletes of all time, Allan Wells carried the baton for the last leg of the 1986 Commonwealth relay. As a sprinter in his youth, this was a full circle moment for Michael Laing.
Discover the baton at the National Museum of Scotland in the Scottish Galleries, housed in the exhibition Scotland: A Changing Nation
A BESPOKE CREATION FOR SIR JACKIE STEWART
Laings relationship with Sir Jackie Stewart dates back to the late 1960s, when the racing legend befriended Laings with a shared love of craftsmanship. At the time, Sir Jackie was one of the most acclaimed celebrities and almost 60 years later is still one of the United Kingdom’s greatest ever sport stars.
A key milestone in this cherished relationship took place in 1974, when Sir Jackie gifted a Laings necklace to his wife, Lady Helen Stewart. To mark his retirement from Formula 1 racing, Sir Jackie presented Lady Helen with a choker on her 33rd birthday. The design featured 3 rows of pearls for his 3 World Champion titles, 27 rubies for his 27 Grand Prix wins and 99 diamonds for the 99 Grand Prix he entered – an encapsulation of a truly accomplished career.
Sir Jackie and Laings reunited to design a necklace for the Jackie Stewart Classic in 2022. This event was held to raise funds for Race Against Dementia, Sir Jackie’s charity which is inspired by Lady Helen’s own battle with dementia. Daring, bold and dramatic, the very elements that are the cornerstones of a fast-paced Formula 1 race are the same components that drove the inspiration behind the design. Influenced by the rugged Scottish landscape, the magnificent thistle and stag-inspired centrepiece commands attention, with over 100 diamonds and blue sapphires representing the saltire and the racer’s homeland.
“It was an honour to have been asked to work with Sir Jackie Stewart to produce a beautiful piece of jewellery for an amazing gentleman and such a worthy cause. We used Laings sapphires, an extra special symbol of our enduring relationship, creating a truly exceptional piece that can be cherished for generations.”
SARAH ALEXANDER LEAD DESIGNER
THE 175 NECKLACE
The 175 necklace is one of our finest ever pieces of jewellery, embodying our legacy of passion and love, passed down through six generations.
To celebrate the 175th anniversary of Laings, the Laing family fulfilled their ambition to create an astonishing, one-of-a-kind piece of jewellery to commemorate a milestone in their history. Through years of conversation leading up to the anniversary, Laings dreamt up a design that would embody our philosophy and demonstrate the finest craftsmanship of our workshops, the beating heart of Laings.
The design would become known as The 175 Necklace. Rich in Celtic influences and encrusted with diamonds, The 175 Necklace honoured Laings Scottish legacy and the generations of the family that came before it. To this day, The 175 Necklace is one of our proudest creations and is the embodiment of our commitment to pushing the boundaries of jewellery design.
THE i NSP i RAT i ON
Although the necklace was designed to celebrate the anniversary of Laings as a company, the influence for its aesthetic came from the most loved ladies of the Laing family. Those daughters, granddaughters, wives and sisters inspired the necklace, which symbolises each of their individual personalities and is intertwined with their love for one another. With overlapping knots of diamonds and angular metal twists, the design also drew on Celtic inspiration to honour Laings history in Scotland. This decision was taken so the masterpiece could transcend time, becoming neither historic nor modern, but forever timeless.
“We knew the necklace had to be dramatic and dynamic to reflect the depth of Laings history. The design pays homage to Laings and its deeply engrained Scottish roots with Celtic elements, ornate details and curved lines which are reminiscent of historical jewellery, but with a contemporary edge. It truly does embody all elements of Laings – the modern, the classic and the elegant.”
SARAH ALEXANDER LEAD DESIGNER
A CELEBRAT i ON OF CRAFTSMANSH i P
Taking nearly a full year to create, The 175 Necklace was crafted by our five most experienced specialists, who combined ancient skill with modern innovations throughout the process. This never-ending pursuit of perfection meant the necklace spent over six months in our workshops, with each of the 447 diamonds meticulously set by hand. The back of the necklace was also finished with a sapphire clasp, to provide an elegant counterbalance for 360 degrees of captivation.
THE TIMELINE
JAMES LAING
In 1840, Glasgow was defined by a creative spirit. It was a city that was brimming with excitement and the bustling streets held promise, with heads filled with dreams of what could be. It is in this era of possibility that we find Laings founding father, James Laing.
As the city prospered, the family business expanded into retail providing the Victorian gentry with luxury items that became part of the occasions that their clients celebrated, the glittering affairs that now have an almost fairytale-like quality to them.
Glasgow was the epicentre of shipbuilding. It was a place where craftsmanship was evident as skilled work, expertise and attention to detail came to the forefront. James founded the family business that supplied the Clydebuilt vessels with timepieces and precision instruments, crucial to their journeys, and was soon appointed by the Admiralty and Clyde Port Authority as official clockmakers.
SECOND GENERAT i ON 1914 – 1938
ROBERT LAING
Glasgow flourished throughout the Industrial Revolution, bringing wealth and a desire for luxury to the city. With the Roaring Twenties in full swing, Robert opened showrooms with new and exciting creations demonstrating Laings instinctive flair for design.
The Art Deco style of the period favoured sharp lines, geometric details, as well as strings of pearls. Robert’s imagination was captured, and he married what had been age-old techniques with innovative ideas, creating sensational designs that echoed the exhilarating nature of the era.
Jewellery followed fashion, with diamonds and gemstones creating magical shows as they sparkled in a haze of champagne bubbles. Laings had now made a name for itself in the world of luxury, providing discerning clients with extraordinary pieces that were designed to delight.
TH
WILLIAM LAING
William Laing saw the shattering impact of WWII. However, rather than being defeated, he was fueled by family values, confidence, and an absolute determination to succeed.
In a time of uncertainty and suffering, relationships do not stop, and cherished moments quietly continue. William knew whether it was an engagement ring that represented love or a watch to mark an important milestone, jewellery held these emotions. Laings pieces acted as tokens of love, carrying beautiful sentiments that continued even when loved ones were separated.
Laings special pieces could help to give people a small sense of comfort in uncertain times. William understood the possibility of jewellery and worked to ensure that these sentimental meanings could be continued, transforming heirlooms, sourcing the perfect engagement rings, and restoring loved pieces.
FOURTH GENERAT i ON 1960 – 1969
ROBERT LAING
The grey post-war years were transformed into a fun-loving era that was full of enjoyment. Robert embodied this creative spirit and put Glasgow on the international map for jewellery design. He made three spectacular pieces for the prestigious Diamond International Awards held in America, which were a fitting tribute to Laings skill, craftsmanship and interpretation.
Art, music and fashion flourished in this time, as freedom of expression was celebrated. This translated into an exciting movement in jewellery design, leading to innovative and elaborate pieces. It was a breath of fresh air, revitalising the business.
His groundbreaking designs were matched by a trailblazing approach to retail environments. He displayed Rolex watches in tanks with fish, creating new standards of customer experience and reinventing the family business with a contemporary image change.
F i FTH GENERAT i ON EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN
STUART LAING
Luxury came to the forefront in the 1970s, with brands capitalising on advertising opportunities. This led to retailers becoming household names, places where people aspired to shop. Laings had grown into a well-known and celebrated name, that created a certain feeling for its clients. Stuart Laing understood this and wanted every individual to feel special. He has a passion for exceptional customer service, with confidence that came from the expertise gathered from the generations before him. Our showrooms became destinations for those searching for treasures to mark important moments.
Stuart Laing joined the business with an innate sense of what luxury meant. He galvanized the Laings signature style of presenting watches and jewellery in a captivating atmosphere. Both the store and jewellery exuded luxury.
F i FTH GENERAT i ON RETIRED IN 2017 MICHAEL LAING
The 1970s also brought with it technological advancements and the art of diamond-cutting had now been perfected. Our dedication to customer service was rivalled only by enthusiasm for outstanding design. Laings used these innovations to enhance the excellence of our pieces through the brilliance of craftsmanship.
The key elements of the Laings style are originality, simplicity, and free-flowing beauty.
M i CHAEL LA i NG
Michael Laing used his generations-old knowledge and innovative new techniques to create one-off pieces of jewellery. His skill was recognised in 1986 when he designed the Commonwealth Games Baton, an amazing piece of craftsmanship that carried the Queen’s message and was adorned with a rare Scottish jasper gemstone.
WENDY LAING & JOE WALSH
When Wendy Laing and her husband Joe Walsh joined the family business in 2011, they brought with them an undeniable passion and determination to continue the Laings story, telling a tale of Heritage, Craftsmanship, and Expertise.
They looked back to the skills that founded Laings, using the guiding principle of craft to write our future. Laings workshops are at the heart of what we do, and we have a vision of creating collaborative spaces where skilled goldsmiths and watchmakers can work together in a technical and creative space, all united by the same passion. It is in this space that we see age-old skills paired with new techniques and innovation, working side-byside in perfect harmony to reignite a love of craftsmanship for generations to come.
Did our founding fathers dream of the Laings that we know today when they started in 1840? We will never know for certain, but the spirit of Laings is an undeniable one that has inspired six generations to continue telling our story, a story that has many more chapters yet to be written.
OUR STORY HAS UNFOLDED O v ER S i X GENERAT i ONS OF THE LA i NG
FAM i LY, WHO HAv E CAREFULLY WATCHED O v ER THE BUS i NESS AS i T E v OLv ED ALONGS i DE THE H i STOR i C E v ENTS OF THE PAST THREE
CENTUR i ES. FROM WEATHER i NG THE STORMS OF TWO WORLD WARS TO THE SW i NG i NG S i XT i ES AND THE TECHNOLOGY CHARGED M i LLENN i UM, LA i NGS HAS PROSPORED AND NOW LOOKS TO A FUTURE BR i GHTER THAN E v ER.
LA i NGS i S THE HOME OF JEWELLERY DES i GNERS, GOLDSM i THS AND WATCHMAKERS i N ART i SAN WORKSHOPS THAT HOLD A H i STOR i C
ATMOSPHERE OF CREAT ivi TY. A PLACE WHERE THE ENDUR i NG PASS i ON FOR HANDCRAFT i NG F i NE JEWELLERY L iv ES ON. O v ER 180 YEARS WE HAv E CELEBRATED THESE CRAFTS AND CONT i NUE TO i N v EST i N THE i R FUTURE, SAFEGUARD i NG THEM FOR THE GENERAT i ONS TO COME.
CRAFTSMANSHIP
WORKSHOP ETHOS
It has been over 180 years since Laings was founded and at the time of its inception every jeweller or workshop was based on craftsmanship. They were started by watchmakers, clockmakers and goldsmiths – by someone at a bench. This is how the story of Laings began. And our vision is to honour this now more than ever.
We are returning to what a jeweller is at its roots and in its rawest form. Reinforcing the craft and skill that makes a jeweller, a jeweller and did so over 180 years ago. This is key to our integrity.
“The main thing we want to achieve from our workshops is our clients’ trust. We can talk about the pieces as much as we like and be as technical as we can be, but everything ties into trust. We have to take care of each item as if it were our own.”
SERENA GOUGH HEAD OF SERVICE
Laings workshops promote an environment for impassioned people to share knowledge, expertise and skill, whilst nurturing and growing the next generation. We combine ancient crafts with youth and modernity, bringing different perspectives together to attract a new wave of talent to join our industry. Referred to as “the skill renaissance” by Richard Laing, the workshops play host to the next generation who will learn crafts from those who have been in the industry for decades, ensuring they are never forgotten.
Our cities are incredibly important to us. We are opening doors and bringing opportunities to places in the country where they do not exist. This will reignite crafts in areas where they have died out, bringing back the presence of goldsmithing and watchmaking to the amazing cities in the United Kingdom Laings is fortunate to call home.
Above all, what makes our workshops special is the people. To Laings, it is not only about having the most state-of-the-art spaces. It is about a collective of people, who are all working towards one common goal. It is about the love for skill and learning, and the continuous quest for perfection.
“The person who’s passed on the torch to their apprentice creates a skill bloodline. They pour all their knowledge and energy into their apprentice in the hope they’ll fall in love with the craft as much as they do. Through this love, care and attention, we create the next workshop generation.”
SERENA GOUGH HEAD OF SERVICE
WORKSHOPS
Yourrelationship with a piece of fine jewellery or luxury watch is one that lasts a lifetime, and we understand that the trust in our Services department is one that plays an important role in this.
Our workshops are magical places where precious pieces come alive at the hands of skilled craftspeople. They have mastered the artisanal skills that are vital to continuing the precious sentiment of exquisite pieces, allowing you to feel that they are safe in the hands of experts.
With instant access to highly skilled jewellers and watchmakers, our practised team work to restore, repair, and protect the original integrity of your pieces, ensuring they retain their beauty for generations to come. Marrying age-old skills with cutting-edge technology the talented artisans focus on the craft that is at the heart of Laings. Whether it is repairing the complex mechanisms of timepieces or restoring a family heirloom, they will safeguard the longevity of the sentiment, beauty, and artistry behind each piece.
“It is about the people, the vision, and one common goal. The love for skill, the love of learning, the love for this continuous quest for perfection, maintaining the magic of beautiful pieces of jewellery and Swiss horology.”
SERENA GOUGH HEAD OF SERVICE
The time-honoured crafts that are at the foundations of everything we do are what allows us to create a relationship of trust. We will remain by your side as your jewellery and watches take you through the chapters of your life, ensuring that their unique beauty can be enjoyed for years to come.
LAINGS BESPOKE
Bespoke design captures the imaginations of all those who undertake this magical journey of jewellery design.
Creation and recreation form the two pathways of bespoke design at Laings.The first, creation, is an all-encompassing journey that brings your dream piece of jewellery to life with a dedicated Laings designer. The second, recreation, is the act of transforming an existing piece of jewellery – potentially a family heirloom – into a reimagined piece, often holding the utmost sentimental value to its wearer. Each pathway represents the essence of bespoke, exuding its own story and magical journey to discover.
To create a one-of-a kind, you need to be one-ofa-kind. Each designer within Laings has a unique style, able to take your vision and carefully marry it with their artistic expression. From romantic and filled with nature to Baroque and even Bauhaus, Laings designers represent different corners in the art of jewellery design. Together, they are united by a love for enriching the jewellery design journey with emotion and storytelling, ensuring personal significance is distilled into every piece.
“I love that subtle changes take place over decades of design. When you look back it makes for era defining collections that embody the individual spirit of each inspiration and creator – every one encompassing unique skills and new discoveries.”
SARAH ALEXANDER LEAD DESIGNER
The beauty of bespoke design often lies in the endless choice of gemstones that evoke this emotional reaction and capture your moment, with the likes of Emeralds from Columbia, Rubies from Burma and Pearls from the Pacific Oceans. With the ability to choose the stones and see from a plethora of exquisite creations of the Earth, you can ensure the design truly is personal.
Turning conceptual into reality, Laings workshops work hand-in-hand with our designers to craft the jewellery pieces to the highest standard. Honouring the storied benches of Laings yesteryear, our goldsmiths and stonesetters use centuries old techniques combined with modern technology to craft every bespoke piece, which is overseen by the designer who illustrated it – ensuring the piece is true to the soul of its original vision.
“I love how mixing different cuts of gemstones can produce a structural but elegant look when placed correctly in a piece of jewellery. To provide contrast to that structure, I also like to work with organic fluid metal shapes to create a harmonious balance.”
K i RSTY BERRY
A quintessentially Kirsty Berry design, this parure features a subtle geometry in the setting of pear shaped emeralds that dance around lines of diamonds. With Kirsty’s main inspirations coming from architecture and art movements such as Bauhaus, this necklace showcases her ability to fuse timeless design with modern lines. Kirsty chose to use emeralds as she is drawn to their Egyptian history and cemented place in history, with Cleopatra perhaps the most famous historical figure to cherish these gemstones.
“This pearl and aquamarine necklace is designed to be versatile. The centre section is detachable, meaning it could be worn as one singular piece as depicted here or separately as a pendant or brooch. In technical jewellery terms, this is called an enhancer.”
FEL i C i TY LYNDEN
As a romantic herself, Felicity Lynden is fascinated by vintage and estate jewellery. Characteristics from the bygone era can be seen in this pearl and aquamarine necklace, which uses classic royal influences and adaptable design. In the late 1800s, the royal family frequently commissioned jewellery that could be refashioned into separate pieces or the stones could be swapped to create different looks without the need for an entire new piece.
“Some might find the inclusion of the snake perhaps a little surprising, as for some they cause feelings of fear and trepidation. However, serpent jewellery dates to ancient times when snakes were admired for their ability to shed their skin which represented renewal and transformation.”
ALEXS MC i LWRA i TH
Alexs Mcilwraith finds love in the symbolism of jewellery, especially when pieces have a rich narrative and radiate story. Alexs designed this necklace and earring set using two juxtaposing natural references – wheat and serpentine. Wheat has been regarded as a symbol of fertility, prosperity and rebirth since ancient times, and has featured in jewellery design for royalty who wish to be identified with positive, life affirming notions. In 1840, Prince Albert gave Queen Victoria a serpent engagement ring. At the time, snakes were a symbol of wisdom and commitment. It was also a very sentimental piece as emerald was Queen Victoria’s birthstone.
TO GU i DE OUR CL i ENTS THROUGH THE JEWELLERY AND WATCH JOURNEY, LA i NGS i NFORMS AND i NSP i RES W i TH OUR EXPERT KNOWLEDGE. UNDERP i NNED BY OUR LEARN i NG PH i LOSOPHY, LA i NGS i ND ivi DUALS ARE EDUCATED i N THE CENTUR i ES OF SK i LL AND CRAFT BEH i ND EACH P i ECE. TH i S EXPERT i SE i S GA i NED FROM REAL WORLD EXPER i ENCE, AND i T i S OUR PR ivi LEGE TO BR i NG TH i S EXPERT i SE HOME TO YOU.
EXPERTISE
LEARNING PHILOSOPHY
To understand our industry and embody Laings ethos, our individuals strive to stay curious and immerse themselves in the ancestral past but pioneering future of jewellery and watches. With an unwavering commitment to growth, the phrase “I still learn every day” – even from those who have been in the industry for decades – has become very familiar at Laings.
Through research, training and tactile experience, our Laings individuals learn surrounded by passion, absorbing information while questioning anything that sparks their intrigue. Doing so results in a developed education of precious metals, gemstones, timepieces and more to pass onto our clients, helping them make decisions informed by certainty.
“The learning philosophy at Laings is one of constant evolution. The tide of technology and new releases that our industry sees means we’re always exposed to something new. And it’s this newness that both our individuals and clients find stimulating. It’s a privilege for all of us at Laings to uphold this latest knowledge. Combined with the expertise of the Laing family that came before us, we inspire our clients with the stories behind their pieces.”
MANAGER
From trips to Geneva, Antwerp and Vincenza to hear from the masters of the Maisons, to learning about the skills of our craftspeople within Laings workshops, and even our own digital training academy – Laings continually invests in expertise. We bring the best of the world’s jewellery and watch scene to the United Kingdom and the knowledge with it, transporting our clients to the heart of the workshops where each piece is crafted with every consultation.
CRA i G N i SBET TRAINING
OUR PARTNERSHIPS
“With our own history rooted in craftsmanship and artistry, Laings carefully collaborates with brands that share the same values and dedication at their core. It is rare we find brands like this,but when we do, what a special relationship it is.”
R i CHARD LA i NG SALES DIRECTOR
With a shared passion for craft and high-quality materials, Laings and The Macallan have both paved the way in their respective industries. The two brands originating in the 19th century, share a dedication to exceptional production, a fundamental pillar of their businesses. An undeniable synergy exists between the two. Laings is proud to partner with The Macallan in their showrooms.
Renowned worldwide for their extraordinary single malt whiskies, Alexander Reid, founder of The Macallan, distilled the first batch of whisky in Speyside. Scotland in 1824. This forged an extraordinary legacy of the single malt Scotch whisky. The outstanding quality and distinctive character of each whisky is influenced by exceptional oak casks seasoned with sherry wine - a commitment to natural colour underpinned by mastery. Designed by internationally acclaimed architects, The Macallan Distillery is located on a beautiful 485-acre Estate and takes inspiration from the surrounding ancient Scottish hills.
It’s All About Love is Lanson’s defining principle. The Maison is dedicated to creating a revered champagne through a process mastered since 1760. This labour of love mirrors the happiness felt when toasting with the ones you care about, no matter how significant the occasion. The manifesto and the emblems of Lanson
that symbolise openness, kindness and hospitality reflect the experience of Laings. Together, Laings and Lanson seal some of the most precious moments of achievement and love, with champagne from a house with a shared passion for creating treasured memories.
FUNDING EXPERTISE WITH THE BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION
The British Heart Foundation (BHF) is a charity that funds research to find cures and treatments for heart and circulatory diseases, the world’s biggest killers. However, there is still more work to do and Laings is proud to partner with a cause which is close to our heart, dedicating time and resources to support its life-saving mission.
“It
is a privilege to work closely with a charity that resonates so personally with my family, helping them to move ever closer to beating heartbreak forever.”
WENDY LA i NG
THE BR i T i SH HEART FOUNDAT i ON GOLF DAY
On Wednesday 10th August, Laings hosted our Laings Golf Day at Gleneagles to raise money for the BHF and the lifesaving work that it does. With an event so close to their hearts, Stuart and Lynda Laing hosted the players. The 84 players arrived at the prestigious destination before they embarked on the renowned Kings Course.
“The British Heart Foundation is such an important partner of Laings, with heart and circulatory diseases affecting our clients and team alike. Our Golf Day was an amazing way to celebrate this, while raising funds for a charity that is invaluable to so many.”
SALLY PEARSON MARKETING DIRECTOR
After a day on the green, guests enjoyed dinner and a prize-giving ceremony in the prestigious Dormy Restaurant, with legendary Scottish comedian, Fred MacAuley hosting the evening. In total the day raised £44,000, with all proceeds going to the British Heart Foundation, working towards its vision of a world without heart and circulatory diseases. ADD i T i
GLASGOW
TheLaings story first began in Glasgow in 1840, when our founding father James Laing established the family business among the streets of the bustling Merchant City. Then focused on manufacturing clocks and pocket watches from a small workshop in the heart of Glasgow’s city centre, over the decades the business expanded to become a nationally recognised destination of fine jewellery and horology.
Making home in various buildings around the city, the Laings name has become synonymous with Glasgow’s history and has been a companion to the city through centuries of change.
In the heyday of Glasgow’s famous ship building era, each vessel would be presented with a piece of bespoke jewellery to bless the voyage. Laings holds the honour of marking many ships with our handcrafted pieces that have cemented our place in Glasgow’s heritage. Today, our name takes herald in the city within our new flagship showroom in the iconic Rowan House building on Buchanan Street.
CONTACT DETA i LS
FLAGSHIP JEWELLERY & WATCH SHOWROOM
Email: LaingsGlasgow2@laingsuk.com
Telephone: +44 (0)141 221 7199
JEWELLERY & WATCH BOUTIQUE
Email: LaingsGlasgow3@laingsuk.com
Telephone: +44 (0)141 221 9038
EDINBURGH
Laings expanded to Edinburgh in 1978, bringing with us a new tier of fine jewellery and timepieces to Scotland’s capital. Our George Street showroom is central to Edinburgh’s shopping scene which thrives amongst the historic architecture and picturesque Edinburgh castle, drawing local and international crowds alike.
Known all over the world for its majestic beauty, the city’s backdrop – with its winding streets and curious closes – mirrors the masterful creations of our workshops and comfortably allows our distinctive navy exterior to sit alongside the city’s luxury boutiques.
Edinburgh’s creative spirit adds to the flair of our endeavours, with its artistic and contemporary reputation welcoming events like the Fringe Festival and Military Tattoo. With its ever-growing culture and the people it brings with it, Edinburgh is an endless inspiration to Laings designers and artisans.
CONTACT DETA i LS
JEWELLERY & WATCH SHOWROOM
Email: LaingsEdinburgh@Laingsuk.com
Telephone: +44 (0)131 225 4513
SOUTHAMPTON
Hometo some of the largest and most luxurious ships, Southampton is known as Britain’s gateway to the world. Southampton is famed for its luscious surroundings, with unique displays of beauty such as the wild horses of New Forest and elegant Ocean Village. In 1995, Laings took the opportunity to expand into England, acquiring renowned family jeweller Parkhouse and Wyatt in Southampton.
With similar values to our own, trust and reputation were at the core of Parkhouse’s offering, so much so that we only introduced the Laings name to our Southampton showroom in 2017, marking our place as one national brand.
Settling in the city’s largest shopping centre Westquay, Laings accompanies Southampton’s top tailors and eateries, presenting unique gemstones and precious timepieces to a city steeped in sophistication.
Email: LaingsSouthampton@laingsuk.com
Telephone: +44 (0)2380 226 653
Formerlyknown as Parkhouse, Laings was first introduced to Wales in 2000 with an acquisition that brought a new showroom to Cardiff with even more diamonds, jewellery and covetable timepieces. Welcoming some of the world’s most exclusive brands to Wales, Laings has made home in the St David’s Centre for over two decades, becoming well known for providing both new and returning clientele with a luxury experience second to none. Perhaps the most memorable period in Laings Cardiff’s history, the last few years have seen the large expansion of our showroom and the launch of a new OMEGA showroom adding to our presence within the city.
Our family business has continually invested in the traditional crafts of jewellery and watchmaking in the city, safeguarding artisanal skills with bespoke design areas and an on-site watch workshop, which bring new opportunities to the industry in the Welsh capital.
CONTACT DETA i LS
JEWELLERY & WATCH SHOWROOM
Email: LaingsCardiff@laingsuk.com
Telephone: +44 (0)2920 660 890
OMEGA SHOWROOM
Email: Omega.Cardiff@laingsuk.com
Telephone: +44 (0)2920 025 247
LA i NGS i S A JEWELLER F i RST AND FOREMOST. THE ART i STRY OF JEWELLERY DES i GN AND THE SK i LL OF CRAFTSMANSH i P FORM WHO WE ARE, AND AS WE HA v E E v OLv ED, OUR COLLECT i ONS HA v E BLOSSOMED W i TH US. AS WE ENTER THE NEXT CHAPTER OF OUR STORY, WE ARE PROUD TO CONT i NUE THE ELE v AT i ON OF OUR COLLECT i ONS. D i SCO v ER THE MAJESTY OF H i GH JEWELLERY, THE WARMTH OF THE FAM i LY COLLECT i ON, THE ELEGANCE OF LA i NGS D i AMONDS AND THE vi BRANCY OF GEMSTONES, ALONGS i DE THE EXQU i S i TE CREAT i ONS OF LA i NGS MA i SONS, i N THE PAGES TO COME.
JEWELLERY
HIGH JEWELLERY
THE P i NNACLE OF LA i NGS CRAFTSMANSH i P, EACH P i ECE OF H i GH JEWELLERY i S A ONE-OF-A-K i ND CREAT i ON. THE ALCHEMY OF EXCEPT i ONAL ART i STRY AND CRAFTSMANSH i P CAN BE SEEN THROUGHOUT THE COLLECT i ON, PRESENTED AS AN EXH i B i T i ON OF UN i QUE WORKS-OF-ART WH i CH ARE CRAFTED W i TH RARE GEMSTONES FROM THE FAR CORNERS OF THE WORLD, CREAT iv E i NTU i T i ON AND WONDROUS SOURCES OF i NSP i RAT i ON.
HIGH JEWELLERY
A masterpiece infused with emotion and prowess – these earrings demonstrate ingenious design brought to life by the masterful handcraft of our artisans.
Thestriking design is a result of botanic inspiration, where precious gemstones and exquisite materials come together in a unification of nature and high jewellery. Marquise cut diamonds are daringly arranged to create these earrings which illustrate the serene moment that leaves fall from a tree. Suitable to be worn as a drop earring, gracefully falling below the ear, or as a climber cuff, with the alluringly curved profile gracing the side of the ear, these diamond earrings are the embodiment of Laings design. The arrangement showcases the inherent fire and brilliance of each diamond, together forming a remarkable display of scintillation.
HIGH JEWELLERY
An impassioned creation, where precious gemstones meet to illustrate the unity of two spirits. This emotive design carries diamonds and gemstones from the far corners of the Earth to symbolise you and your loved one, the two gemstones intertwining in a delicate display of togetherness.
YELLOW D i AMOND
In an homage to the world’s most celebrated gemstone, yellow and white diamonds come together in a display of golden luminosity and fiery white brilliance.
Placed meticulously by Laings stonesetters, this intense Sri Lankan sapphire exudes depth, harnessing a prowess alongside the pure whiteness of diamond.
Demonstrating the rich and vivid red hue that has earned Burmese rubies their rightful illustrious status, this deep red ruby both contrasts and enriches the allusive design.
SAPPH i RE
RUBY
HIGH JEWELLERY
Laings experts strive to source the very best diamonds and gemstones to create our jewellery. Only those with an enchanting depth of colour and fiery brilliance are selected to be lovingly handcrafted into one of our designs.
Agemstone steeped in aristocracy, vibrant green emeralds are set alongside the fire of pear and marquise cut diamonds. Laings craftspeople carefully assemble these stones to showcase the vivid intensity of emeralds and the sparkling kaleidoscope within our diamonds. In each of these creations, marquise cut emeralds and diamonds frame a solo pear cut diamond. Our goldsmiths delicately craft a fine 18ct white gold setting, refined and minimal to allow the gemstones to shine. Our gem setters can then place each stone with the utmost care, bringing together these incredible creations.
HIGH JEWELLERY
At the heart of Laings lies a profound appreciation for the wonder of diamonds, allowing their inherent beauty to forge the inspiration of our design.
Impeccable
diamonds are extremely rare, and Laings is passionate about placing each one we find in a design equally as exceptional. In a showcase of diamonds, three D-colour pear cut diamonds, hand selected by Laings for their distinct allure, are carefully placed at varying angles. Intertwined throughout each pear diamond is a wave of round brilliant stones, instilling a wondrous fire. A new ray of brilliance is discovered at every glance, with beams of light reflecting from each facet and showcasing diamonds in their greatest glory.
HIGH JEWELLERY
Perhaps one of the rarest gemstones in the world, pink diamonds emanate unconventional opulence with their playful but decadent colour.
Atriumph of nature and human discovery, pink diamonds are considered the second rarest of all fancy colour diamonds, requiring substantially more pressure to form than classic white diamonds. Laings is deeply invested in the complex beauty of fancy coloured diamonds and is delighted to present these candy-coloured wonderful stones and their sensational brilliance. The crystal-clear pear cut diamonds frame the pink diamond connection stone to achieve optimum scintillation, encouraging light to dance through all three beautiful stones. The combination of the diamond shapes and colours makes these one-of-a-kind drop earrings devastatingly dazzling.
THE FAMILY COLLECTION
THE FAM i LY COLLECT i ON i S i NSP i RED BY THE LAD i ES OF LA i NGS –
ANNA, ESME, i SABELLA, SUZANNE AND WENDY. EACH OF THE DES i GNS
REPRESENTS THE PERSONAL i TY OF i TS MUSE, W i TH H i DDEN DETA i LS
AND SURPR i S i NG ELEMENTS THAT COME TO L i FE WHEN HEAR i NG THE i R
STOR i ES. NOT ONLY DOES THE COLLECT i ON FEATURE ENGAGEMENT
R i NGS, BUT ALSO A SELECT i ON OF PERFECTLY MATCH i NG i TEMS OF JEWELLERY DES i GNED TO DEL i GHT ON ANY OCCAS i ON.
ANNA
Annaencapsulates the identity of the dreamer. A modern-day fairytale, the Anna collection features empowering designs of a solitaire diamond decorated by a statement halo. Each piece is elevated with an additional hidden diamond, representing Anna’s luminous beauty and undeniable glamour. Discover sparkling rings, pendants, and earrings within the Anna collection.
For the undeniably glamorous individuals, the radiant Anna engagement ring boasts empowering designs, showcasing a dazzling solitaire diamond framed by a statement halo. This enchanting design symbolises the aspirations of those who dare to dream big, narrating your love story in the captivating pages of a modern day fairytale.
ESME
Esme is a timeless tale of feminine beauty. Fluid and delicate, the sparkling collection is characterised by an intertwining crossover setting. Esme demonstrates a delicate dance of elegance featuring a suspended diamond and graceful tapered band.
Esme engagement rings feature fluid settings embracing exquisite diamonds, echoing tales of enduring love. Complementing them, Esme earrings and pendants exude refined beauty, while the Esme bangle merges modern design with classic charm, making a bold wrist statement. Offered in both princess and round brilliant cuts, this graceful range makes a subtle yet striking statement. The distinctive crossover claw setting enables light to accentuate the diamonds’ exquisite quality, ensuring an unparalleled radiance that captures attention effortlessly.
ISABELLA
Isabella represents the creative free-spirited character. This playful energy is encapsulated in an intricate twist setting marking the collection with a distinct creativity. Unexpected and ambitious, the Isabella collection distils rhythm into every piece.
The Isabella collection boasts a delightful array of warm 18ct yellow gold and contemporary platinum pieces, which effortlessly accompany you through every stage of life. Crafted with an intricate twist setting, the Isabella engagement ring beautifully captures the essence of creativity. Let this engagement ring eloquently express your free-spirited personality through the brilliance of diamonds and exquisite design, creating a captivating reflection of your unique style. With a captivating selection of earrings, pendants, and rings, the Isabella collection is an exquisite choice for gifting or enhancing your jewellery collection.
SUZANNE
An emblem of sophisticated grace, Suzanne is striking and refined. A stunning interplay of contemporary and classic, the six claw setting showcases each diamond with assurance. Its knife edge style maximises the focus on the exquisite centre stone, effortlessly shining with immaculate poise.
Immerse yourself in the allure of the Suzanne collection, showcasing an exquisite array of engagement rings, pendants, and earrings that epitomise sleek sophistication. The signature sixclaw setting serves as the flawless backdrop for each fiery white diamond, meticulously hand-selected for its unique allure. Elevate your collection with a Suzanne piece and indulge in the eternal grace of fine jewellery. Each meticulously crafted design becomes a timeless embodiment of sophistication, ensuring you possess a forever elegant piece to cherish.
THE
WENDY
Balancing a charismatic soul with fearless inner strength, Wendy lights up the room with her radiance. The bold silhouette of fancy cut diamonds harmonises with the subtlety of a fine tapered band to encapsulate the spirited personality of the modern woman.
In a fine display of handcrafted jewellery and craftsmanship, the Wendy collection epitomises the modern woman. With an alluring diamond confidently presenting itself at the heart of each piece, this collection celebrates individuality with a generous selection of diamond cuts to choose. The unique allure of fancy-cut diamonds beautifully harmonises with the refined elegance of a tapered band, embodying the spirited personality of the collection’s original inspiration. Each meticulously designed piece serves as a radiant expression of style.
LAINGS DIAMONDS
A COLLECT i ON OF T i MELESS CLASS i CS, LA i NGS D i AMONDS W i LL FORE v ER
EXUDE STYLE. AS LA i NGS BEL i E v ES THE CUT OF A D i AMOND i S KEY TO RELEAS i NG i TS F i RE AND BR i LL i ANCE, THE COLLECT i ON i S ANCHORED
BY THE EXPLORAT i ON OF EACH D i AMOND CUT AND HOW THEY CAN BE TRANSFORMED i NTO EXTRAORD i NARY P i ECES OF JEWELLERY.
CLASS i CS
Diamonds have been adored centuries over for their timeless elegance and classic appeal. Their graceful appearance conjures a wonderous joy that transcends time, remaining as beautiful generations later as they did the day they were first received.
ROUND BR i LL i ANT
As timeless as the nature of everlasting love, the round brilliant cut is cherished for its elegance. Delicate in appearance and classic in cut, the round brilliant displays exceptional fire and brilliance with its 58 facets.
Round brilliant diamonds are united with floral inspiration in this spirited design. Delicately arranged, the cluster of diamonds creates an illusion of the petals of a blossoming flower. These playful creations celebrate sparkle, with the brilliance of each diamond dancing alongside the other.
MARQU i SE & PEAR CUT
A blend of the brilliant and the intriguing, pear and marquise cut diamonds are coveted for their distinctive appearance. Curved lines harmonise with pointed tips for a symphony of scintillation, carefully cut to showcase symmetry and beauty.
YELLOW D i AMONDS
Adored for their unique radiance, yellow diamonds are a celebration of eccentricity.With vivid intensity and multi-faceted colours, these gemstones are equally as classic as they are intriguing.
EMERALD CUT
The emerald cut is poised with art deco elegance. A vintage but refined aesthetic, the step cut shape conjures imaginations of a bygone decadence, amusing fantasies of the passion and romance of the 1920s. Truly versatile, the emerald cut nods to its gilded glamour with a contemporary sentiment for a style that transcends the decades.
BAGUETTE CUT
Admired for their elongated shape, baguette cut diamonds are commonly rectangular with either straight or tapered edges. The baguette is part of the family of step cut diamond shapes that are distinguished by clearly defined facets which allow for interplay of light from the large diamond table that causes longer, more dramatic flashes of brilliance.
TW i ST
Enveloped in the brilliance of diamonds, beautifully finished, smooth 18ct gold rotates in an elegant and contemporary twist. This stunning and effortless collection is the perfect accompaniment for every day, its unique design adorning rings and bangles alike.
BUBBLE
Enjoyed as an alternative to the traditional claw setting, smooth set diamonds command precision. Intricate settings are required to perfectly frame each gemstone in a halo of precious metal, creating beautiful pieces that embody the magnificent craftsmanship of jewellery making.
GEMSTONES
ADM i RED BY ANC i ENT K i NGDOMS FOR THE i R MAJEST i C BEAUTY AND SP i R i TUAL PROPERT i ES, THE SPECTRUM OF GEMSTONE
COLOURS CONT i NUES TO CAPT ivATE PEOPLE AROUND THE WORLD TODAY. CRAFT i NG THESE REMARKABLE GEMSTONES
i NTO P i ECES OF F i NE JEWELLERY i S AN EXCEPT i ONAL LO v E OF LA i NGS DES i GNERS AND CRAFTSPEOPLE, WHO ARE EQUALLY AS i NSP i RED BY THE i R WONDER AS THE i R WEARERS.
SAPPH i RE
Sapphires are found across the continents deep within the earth, each stone encapsulating the tropical charm of its environment. Blending elegance with mesmerising beauty, the rich colour of Sapphire is universally loved and captures the imaginations of all generations.
RUBY
Evoking deep love, true passion and abundant energy, the powerful red of Ruby is said to beam from a fire within the stone. The rich hue of Ruby resonates with cultures around the world for its potent beauty, adorning those most admired in history.
EMERALD
The exquisite green of Emeralds has fascinated people for centuries, its radiance said to represent spring renewal. Dating back as far as 330BC, Emeralds are securely nestled in the antique luxury of the past, today evoking imaginations of lore and legend with their opulence.
AQUAMAR i NE
Embodying the spirit of the ocean, the tranquillity of Aquamarine is rooted in the transformation of water to stone. Admired for its beautiful light blue colour, the array of sea like saturations soothes wearers with elegance and balance.
TANZAN i TE
Found only in the furthest corners of Tanzania, Tanzanite conveys a spiritual aura that symbolises truth and longevity. Long associated with royalty, the deep indigo colour of the stone is breathtakingly rich in appearance and treasured in its sentiment.
TOURMAL i NE & AMETHYST
Holding a divine beauty and worshipped by ancient kingdoms, Tourmalines and Amethysts have found mystery in their calming and healing powers. From rich violet quartz to deep reds and greenish blues, these colourful gemstones are plentiful in their offerings, compelling wearers with their beauty and opulent grace.
MORGAN i TE
Encompassing the palest roses and brightest corals, Morganite is found in a spectrum of beautiful pink colours. Evocative of shining sunsets and champagne celebrations, the warmth of the gemstone is in equal parts graceful as charming.
LAINGS MAISONS
UN i TED BY A vi S i ONARY SP i R i T, LA i NGS MA i SONS – FABERGÉ, CHOPARD, M i K i MOTO AND FOPE – EACH REPRESENT A P i ONEER i NG NATURE OF D i SCOv ERY AND DES i GN. W i TH A COMPELL i NG H i STORY FOUNDED UPON THE PR i NC i PLES OF i NNOvAT i ON AND ART i STRY, WE HONOUR THESE MA i SONS AND ARE PROUD TO PRESENT THE i R EXQU i S i TE CREAT i ONS TO YOU.
Fabergéis an artist jeweller with a unique place in culture, heralded for its exquisite jewellery, watches, objets d’art and imaginative bespoke commissions. Despite its history dating back two centuries, Fabergé is known for its virtue of consistency with designs inspired by its legendary Imperial Easter Eggs series which first began in 1887. Today, Fabergé can be seen adorning the red carpets of cinema and music’s most illustrious events on high profile stars such as Helen Mirren and Dua Lipa. Iterations of the iconic Fabergé Egg have also made cameos on screen in James Bond Octopussy, Peaky Blinders and Ocean’s Twelve.
ESSENCE COLLECT i ON
Celebrating Fabergé’s love for surprise and wit, the Essence collection is inspired by the Imperial Easter Eggs that helped the Maison reach its international acclaim. In an exclusive collaboration, Laings released the Fabergé for Laings Thistle Surprise Locket in an Essence design. The 18ct rose gold egg locket opens to reveal a Bull Thistle surprise hidden inside, a nod to Laings Scottish heritage and in keeping with the Fabergé in Bloom theme which marks the Maison’s 180th year.
COLOURS OF LO v E
Embodying Fabergé’s philosophy A Life in Colour, the Colours of Love collections marries exquisite gemstones, artistic ingenuity and exceptional craftsmanship. These anniversary rings, engagement rings and elegant earrings celebrate special lifetime events.
i TAGE COLLECT i ON
The Fabergé Heritage collection draws inspiration from the Maison’s masterpieces, exuding its technical perfection and cultural richness. Expertly crafted with the delicate art of guilloché enamelling and hand-engraving, the Heritage collection is colourful and opulent – the signature elements of Fabergé.
“Today, we celebrate our heritage with a contemporary audience, paying homage to our past but always with an eye to the future.”
SARAH FABERGÉ
HER
Groundbreaking
pioneer and creator of the cultured pearl, Mikimoto presents the finest pearls in the world, bestowed in a series of innovative designs. Pearls are the only gemstones made by living animals and grow inside the tissue of a saltwater or freshwater mollusc. This natural phenomenon is extremely rare, with only one in one thousand oysters producing a pearl in their lifetime. In 1893, Kokichi Mikimoto revolutionised this process with his method of pearl cultivation, transforming the industry into what it is today. Only pearls of the highest quality and lustre can be bestowed with the name “Mikimoto Pearl”. These strict standards mean less than 10 percent of the pearls harvested will be presented in Mikimoto jewellery.
CLASS i C COLLECT i ON
Mikimoto’s classic collection is everlastingly elegant, with the beauty of pearls shaping the series of simplistic and timeless designs. Akoya pearls sourced from the coasts of Japan grace this collection, each evoking a quaint sense of the ocean. Emanating sophistication, the pieces of the classic collection showcase pearls in their most quintessential fashion, complete with delicate 18ct gold settings.
“I would like to adorn the necks of all women around the world with pearls.”
KOK i CH i M i K i MOTO
M COLLECT i ON
Strikingly modern and effortlessly elegant, Mikimoto embraces its prestige with a collection inspired by the iconic M initial of the brand. Pearls sourced from tropical coasts around the world are beautifully held by a unique setting designed to represent the distinguished Mikimoto emblem. Holding every element of its jewellery to the meticulous standards given to its pearls, the M collection is sculpted in the finest 18ct gold and often adorned with illustrious diamonds.
Intriguingly opulent and exceptionally rare, South Sea pearls are wondrous creations of nature. Found in only small parts of our world’s oceans, South Sea oysters create pearls of a fascinating spectrum of colours, making them one of the world’s most prized gemstones. Sourced from gold-lipped oysters, named for their honey-coloured mother of pearl lining inside the shell, Mikimoto south sea golden pearls radiate a unique champagne colour.
In the oceans of French Polynesia lies the blacklipped oyster that produces rare black pearls. Black South Sea pearls showcase an array of colours from black, green, blue, and grey, to brown, red and yellow.
SOUTH SEA PEARLS
Passeddown from one generation to the next since the Maison was founded, Chopard’s identity has been forged over centuries of excellence. This unique family spirit mirrors our own, with every step Chopard takes deepening a legacy of heritage and artistry.
The independence of the Swiss Maison allows total freedom to support treasured crafts that are a source of great pride in the jewellery industry today. The dedication of Chopard artisans drives a boundless and creative spirit that brings visions to life through masterful processes. Feelings of generosity and emotion hallmark each piece from exquisite collections inspired by the enjoyment of life and embodied in its philosophy, ‘Joie De Vivre.’ Each piece is underpinned by central pillars of creativity, craftsmanship, and ethics, sustaining a consistent, positive vision of the world through contemporary designs, responsible sourcing, and true passion.
i CE CUBE COLLECT i ON
The Ice Cube collection frames geometric shapes with timeless diamond adornments. The aesthetic simplicity of Ice Cube jewellery ensures that each piece can be worn solo to embrace the purity of its design or stacked for a bolder, more contemporary look.
“A luxury jewellery collection that marries urban elegance and modernity. Ice Cube creations embody style, sophistication and glamour.”
CHOPARD
MY HAPPY HEARTS COLLECT i ON
Focused on the mantra that happiness begins with you, Chopard’s My Happy Hearts collection believes in cherishing your best self and accompanying life’s finest moments with jewellery. The delicate collection features subtle iterations of the Maison’s iconic heart motif, each one crafted from a variety of worldly materials including carnelian, mother of pearl, and diamonds. My Happy Hearts encourages total individuality with the ability to curate your own unique style encouraging layering pieces of different colours and finishes for a look that is perfectly you.
Defined
by its warm welcomes, sun-soaked streets, and inimitable effortlessness, Italy’s elegance is an inspiration for designers, artists, and atelier the world over. First founded in 1920sVincenza, there is no finer muse for the distinctive designs of Italian jeweller FOPE. Expertly crafting a blend of rich heritage and contemporary techniques, the brand has mastered luxury for the modern wardrobe with global recognition for its craftsmanship that spans almost a century.
First established as a goldsmithing workshop in 1929, Umberto Cazzola founded FOPE with the hopes of building on Vincenza’s historic jewellery making and deep-rooted legacy of gold crafting. Since then, the Cazzola family have continued to harmoniously blend the essence of FOPE with ever advancing technology to create jewellery that symbolises both elegance and innovation.
Focused on elevating outfits with an expression of self, the Aria collection features FOPE’s signature Flex’it mesh for delicate but resistant pieces inspired by the everyday charm of the Italian woman. Made solely of gold, the mesh covers tiny springs between each link that allow for total flexibility without a need for traditional clasps or resizing. Such design means that each can be slipped onto the skin every day, with bracelets, rings, and necklaces instantly becoming one with their wearer, automatically adjusting for the perfect fit.
FOPE’s collections take influence from the world around them, the city, its renaissance architecture, and the sweetness of life in Vincenza. Drawing on vibrant culture and sophisticated fashions each one pays homage to FOPE’s beginnings, ultimately creating Italian fine jewellery for those around the world to enjoy. The Aria collection focuses on delicate, smooth, and supple designs that continue the stylish legacy of the brand, maintaining everyday luxury with elegant necklaces and earrings.
“Our idea of everyday luxury applies to all FOPE collections and it translates into elegant jewellery to enjoy. We take our signature Novecento gold mesh chain and develop it through new designs in order to make incredibly versatile pieces that honour the brand’s signature style and iconic wearability.”
CAZZOLA CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER
“As Laings steps into the future, we must always remember the legacy that came before us. Looking back at our past and remembering the moments that shaped our history has filled us with joy, illustrating once again that our story was built upon the principles of Heritage, Craftsmanship and Expertise.
Our commitment to Craftsmanship will continue this long line of passion for jewellery and watchmaking, safeguarding these ancient skills for the generations of craftspeople and the Laing family to come. On the horizon we will take decisions to reimagine craft and artistry in the cities we call home, honouring the original vision of James Laing from nearly two centuries ago.
We thank you for remaining by our side through this ever-evolving journey and look forward to bringing you our handcrafted fine jewellery for many years to come.”
