To help you discover the ultimate jewelry collection, we have curated a roundup of some of the most stylish jewels from an array of designers across the globe, including Noel Samra’s Cosmos collection, multicolored gemmy pills by Elior, travel-inspired medallions from Nouvel Heritage and Smiley motifs.
Noel Samra’s Cosmos Collection
Noel Samra’s Cosmos collection is an “artistic expression of a comet sent down from the universe to present divine light and spread truth. The vision is to discover self-expression through a rebellious nature with Cosmos.” The collection came about when he was star gazing. “I first imagined a 3D version of the design and drew it on a paper pad that I had close by,” adds the London-based designer, whose family has been into jewelry for over three generations. The Cosmos line is handcrafted in lapiz lazuli and black onyx – stones considered to have mystical properties. The collection includes bracelets and necklaces as well as earrings and cufflinks. | Image credit: Cosmos, Noel
Rose de France Collection
Rose de France collection by Selim Mouzannar It is an ode. France is home to the jewelry designer and the “unrivaled craftsmanship of the lapidaries of Haut-Jura, where the art of manually guiding the light inside the stone with millimetric precision has been safeguarded for three centuries,” inspired the hexagonal gem-adorned line. “Step-cut stones are shallower than brilliant cuts, and their softer sparkle seamlessly echoes the clarity of crystalline waters,” notes Selim. The diamonds, rhodolites or tanzanites are embedded into an invisible rose gold baguette cut setting that complements the hexagonal shape. | Image credit: Rose de France, Selim Mouzannar
Elior Multicolored pill necklace
Multicolored pill necklace Elior This is the perfect accessory for those blingy autumn days. These made-to-order pill tennis necklaces are made in 18k gold and encrusted with sapphire pavè retail between USD $25,000 and $35,000. | Elior Necklace, Image Credit
Medallion Collection by Nouvel Heritage
Designer and founder Nouvel Heritage Camille Parruitte McKenna released her Medallion Collection in 2016. “Our first medallions were inspired by the west coast and sunny destinations.” The line proved to be popular, prompting her to add sub-collections. “We then introduced the Paris medallions around 2021 and our latest medallions were inspired by the French Riviera,” says Camille. Most of the Nouvel Heritage medallions are “almost one-of-a-kind pieces with very limited stock.” The current line includes nine medallions of which three are inspired by Paris and six inspired by the French Riviera. “You can still find some exclusive medallions at some of our retailers.” For Paris, Camille wanted to capture the Eiffel Tower at night. “The light of the monument at night is breathtaking, even when you live there,” she adds. | Image credit: Medallion, Nouvel Heritage
Amazonia Collection, Graziela
Amazonia Collection: Since its launch, it has become a favourite with many. Graziela Kaufman’s clients. “For me, it reflects my Brazilian heritage – it’s a part of who I am. And our clients and partners really connected with the designs in the collection and the story of the Amazon Rainforest’s relevance to all of us. The Amazonia is important to us all in one way or another, and this was evident when I entered the forest. I was surrounded by the heart of our planet, alive with animals, plants, the powerful Amazon River – an amazing story, ready to be told,” says Graziela.
She told this story when she introduced the collection last summer. Her new designs this year take her deep into the Amazon Rainforest. Using vivid gemstones as well as a variety metals and finishes including titanium and colored Rhodium, she captures the magic of rainforest through leaves, flowers, and iridescent colors such as greens, purples, pinks and blues. Her latest creation, a titanium series of cocktail rings that mimic the original Amazonian orchis, is her latest offering. “Big rings are a must right now, but it was really about creating pieces that look as real as possible,” she adds. | Image credit Amazonia Collection, Graziela
My Muse, Nada Ghazal
“My Muse is an homage to my city Beirut, which I felt I was losing after the Beirut blast,” says Lebanese designer Nada GhazalThe idea behind her office and atelier was to have guests, customers and press visit her and see her work. “When the blast hit us and destroyed half the city, along with our atelier, I felt the need to take My Beirut out to the world instead.” The collection is narrated across four chapters – Urban, Storm, Cocoon, and Glory. Her jewels are vibrant and colorful. Nada uses the champleve enamel technique and selects the color to match the story of the piece. “Blossom features three different colored flowers: pink, yellow, and purple; the colors of blossoms in Beirut’s streets during the Spring season,” she explains.
| Image credit: My Muse, Nada Ghaza
Treasure Collection of EF
Enjoy double the treasures of the EF Collection. The brand’s new drop, aptly titled Treasure, is a celebration of color. “Inspired by hidden treasures, the collection features 14k gold styles adorned with turquoise, emerald, pink sapphire, and diamond,” says designer Emily Strauss. The bar necklaces of bangles, rings and studs that are part of the everyday collection, consisting mainly of studs and rings in 14k gold, have been accented by emeralds. | Image credit: Treasure Collection, EF
Smiley Jewels by Sydney Evan, Loquet and Wempe
Designers who are obsessed with emojis have come up with blinged out renditions of this iconic motif. Whimsical smiley face pendants, rings, and bracelets – with joyful expressive eyes, sporting flower crowns, or resembling flowers – highlight a playful approach co-opted by the likes of Sydney Evan and brands such as Loquet and Wempe. | Image credit: Smiley jewelry from Sydney Evan and Loquet