The latest and most talked-about collections
C’EST SI BON
When in Paris, visit Chaumet’s “Autrement” exhibition at 165 Boulevard Saint-Germain. On display is a series of photographs by Swedish photographer, Julia Hetta, whose works (inspired by the Dutch masters and Renaissance Art) showcase a romantic and playful take on jewellery: Necklaces are worn as headbands, rings adorn the knots of pussy-bow blouses, and brooches and earrings double up as hair pins and pendants. Also furthering the dialogue of art, fashion and history are drawings and photographs from the Maison’s archives. From now till 2 November.
Clockwise from far left: Chaumet’s Insolence necklace worn as an armband. Jeux de Liens bracelets are woven into the hair. A drawing from the brand’s archives. Gold and diamond L'Epi de Blé de Chaumet earrings and brooch, Chaumet
From left: Titanium, sapphire and diamond Defy Classic High Jewelry Rainbow watch, $52,500; rose gold, sapphire and diamond Defy El Primero 21 High Jewelry Rainbow watch, $83,500, Zenith
LUXE TREATMENT
Zenith’s Defy High Jewelry series shows just how big a visual impact a handful of stones can make. Dressing up its Defy El Primero 21 and Defy Classic timepieces in precious gems, the watchmaker has breathed new life into its two popular models, infusing their sporty natures with a dollop of opulence. We especially like the Rainbow editions that see multicoloured baguette‑cut sapphires encircling the dials for a touch of playfulness.
"Rose gold and diamond Admiral AC-One 38 Automatic, $19,800, Corum"
ONE AND ONLY
Corum has just welcomed its first feminine model into its Admiral AC-One line. Available in either titanium or rose gold, the Admiral AC-One 38 Automatic is a counterpoint to the masculine 45mm range, with slight design adjustments to make it more curvaceous without compromising its sporty spirit. A diamond-lined bezel completes the picture.
"Cartier’s Clash de Cartier Studio is a pop-up showcase dedicated to its new collection"
THE CLASH
If the mere mention of Cartier gets you hot under the collar, then you’ll not want to miss the Clash de Cartier Studio at STPI – Creative Workshop & Gallery from 15 to 17 November. The pop-up exhibition—centred around Cartier’s newest fine jewellery collection launched earlier this year—will welcome you into the collection’s universe of duality and polarity, through the three themed spaces of Music, Art and Literature (the last sees poets stationed at a bookshop to provide guests with customised haikus before they leave). In addition to the full Clash de Cartier collection currently found in stores, visitors will get a sneak peek at the white gold pieces that will be launching in April 2020.
"White gold Slim d’Hermès Pégase Paysage watch, $80,800, Hermès"
KNOCK ON WOOD
Wood seems to be the material du jour for La Montres Hermès this season. Its Slim d’Hermès Pégase Paysage, for example, sees the portrait of the mythical winged horse depicted through wood marquetry (using a range of rare, precious woods including Macassar ebony, Amaranth and madrona burr) on a surface barely 40mm in diameter. No less intricate is the Arceau Astrologie Nouvelle watch with tulipwood wood marquetry on its 41mm monochrome dial. Available in a limited edition of eight pieces each.
White gold Arceau Astrologie Nouvelle watch, $80,800, Hermès
STAR GAZING
Celebrities with a cause shine in heady gems for a night out in town
BREAKOUT STAR
Phoebe Waller-Bridge, who bagged multiple awards for the British television comedy Fleabag, matched her million-dollar smile with a selection of Atelier Swarovski creations made with Swarovski Created Diamonds and Swarovski Genuine Topaz set in responsibly sourced gold.
White gold and Swarovski Created Diamond Luna earrings, Atelier Swarovski
"Platinum and diamond Sparkling Cluster ring, Harry Winston"
RIPPLE EFFECT
Picture perfect for a good cause must have been what Nicole Kidman was going for when she topped her Alexandre Vauthier fall 2019 Haute Couture LBD with 25.85 carats worth of Harry Winston diamonds for the Monte-Carlo Gala for the Global Ocean.
GREEN MISSION
Eco-visionary Livia Firth stood tall, proud and beautiful at the third installation of her Green Carpet Fashion Awards this year in an Armani Prive archival gown and diamond chandelier earrings from—where else!—Chopard’s Green Carpet collection.
White gold and diamond Green Carpet Collection earrings, Chopard
"White gold Millenary Frosted Gold Philosophique watch, $41,400, Audemars Piguet"
ON ONE HAND
Inspired by the single-hand timepieces of the 17 th century, while paying a tip of the hat to an archival timepiece from the 1980s, Audemars Piguet’s new hand-wound Millenary Frosted Gold Philosophique reminds women to set their own tempo and move to their own beat. Available in white gold with a distinctive handetched blue dial, or pink gold with a similarly finished dial in brown, this beauty bears an intriguing secret: It’s equipped with a patented mechanism that allows its single hand to travel around the dial in an elliptical trajectory, to trace its oval case.
WE'RE LOVING...
..this Princess Butterfly secret watch by GRAFF. Lined with diamonds and invisibly set sapphires on its wings, the butterfly parts in the middle to reveal a darling diamond dial. Also available in rubies and diamonds, and as a full-diamond version, this time-telling jewel is sure to set hearts aflutter. White gold, sapphire and diamond Princess Butterfly secret watch, GRAFF.
COLOUR CHAMELEON
In the five years since Tiffany & Co. launched Tiffany T, the collection has grown to become a contemporary brand icon, thanks to its instantaneously recognisable looks and style versatility. This year sees the American luxury house continuing the T story with baubles that provide an injection of colour through turquoise, onyx, opal, tiger’s eye and mother-of-pearl, alongside new pendant necklaces and the graphic Tiffany T True range.
From top left: White gold, turquoise and diamond Tiffany T Wire bangle, $4,450; white gold and turquoise Tiffany T Two Circle earrings, $2,850; Tiffany T Two Circle pendant necklaces in rose gold with mother-of-pearl and diamonds, $3,750; rose gold, onyx and diamond, $3,750; rose gold, opal and diamond, $3,900; rose gold and mother-of-pearl Tiffany T Two Circle earrings, $2,550, Tiffany & Co.
FOR THE WIN
In the midst of towering Supertrees, TAG Heuer kicked off this year’s Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix at Gardens by the Bay with a high-octane party attended by 200 guests. Australian actor and brand ambassador Chris Hemsworth was at the event with Dutch Formula 1 driver Max Verstappen of Aston Martin Red Bull Racing, where, to the delight of guests, they competed against each other in Formula 1-inspired games. Also there to entertain was local band The Sam Willows, who played their signature hits before DJ Boey took over the music reins.
Formula 1 driver Max Verstappen and Australian actor Chris Hemsworth helped kick off TAG Heuer’s Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix party at Gardens by the Bay
BY CHARMAINE HO
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