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Inspiring Evolution: Susana Grau Batlle Presents a Triptych of High Jewels
The mindful works of Susana Grau Batlle first landed on my radar in 2021 when I wrote about her debut collection called ‘The Mother of Mothers’. Even at this early point in the growth of her brand, it was clear to me that Susana possesses a strong artistic vision that’s fueled by an intellectual curiosity. More recently, during a visit to Singapore, I met with Susana once again to pour over her latest collection – A Trilogy of Evolution – that’s split into three themes, each with different materials, compositions and silhouettes. The combination of materials, including notoriously challenging blends of gold and titanium, is what really stood out to me here. Let’s take a closer look at this transformative evolution relayed in precious form…
Opal Passion: The Australian Black Opal Infused Jewels of Cindy Xu
A career in computer game design may not be the most natural start for an artist jeweller, but Cindy Xu is happy to break the rules with her Australian black opal creations. Inspired by the stories of her clients and the precious play of colour in the gemstones she chooses, Xu creates unique pieces that bring wildlife, floral motifs and metaphorical themes to life. Here, I am pleased to showcase some of these one-of-a-kind creations from the Sydney-based artisan.
Celebrating Colour: 20 Uplifting Jewellery Creations by Lisa Nik
If I had to curate a list of my top 10 designers who are totally unafraid of utilising colour in their creations, Lisa Nikfarjam of Lisa Nik would be among the names. Her pieces are perfect for clients who want to buy for themselves – the pick-me-ups, the birthday treats, the 'I just got a new job' jewels. If a classic tennis bracelet is the domain of a man buying for a woman, then Lisa Nik is targeting women expressing themselves without constraint or classicism. Whether you're craving a juicy mandarin garnet or an eye-catching bi-colour tourmaline, here are 20 joyful pieces that exemplify the Lisa Nik approach, as well as the inspiration behind them…
New Discoveries: Vibrant Colours for Adventurous Women with Lisa Nik
One of the great joys of being a ‘jewellery explorer’ is having the opportunity to meet hugely accomplished and fascinating women, such as Lisa Nikfarjam. She’s a polyglot (five languages and counting), snowboarder, scuba diver, mother, sunshine-seeking international businesswoman and the founder of Lisa Nik – a brand that puts vibrant coloured gemstones at the forefront of its designs. Today, her uplifting jewels are sold globally, largely to intellectual and empowered women who want to buy their own mineralogical mood boosters! Below, you’ll find more of Lisa’s thoughts on colour, inspiration and trends, including the rise of bi-colour tourmalines…
Couture Week Trends: The Return of the Mysterious Opal
This year's July high jewellery presentations in Paris, France, were filled with beautiful designs and luxurious materials. The enchanting opal gemstone stood out among the most popular gemstones featured. Let's consider some of the most impressive opal designs from Paris Haute Couture 2023.