On boat with Vhernier: the Venetian Maison (with head in Milan) takes part in the sixth edition of the regatta Perini Navi Cup 2015 taking place in Porto Cervo (Sardinia, Italy). It is not the only race in which it participates Vhernier, who tied the brand image in the Sailing various appointments. Perhaps not surprisingly her jewelry is inspired by the world of the sea and its colors from turquoise blue to the sugilite, from white Australian mother of pearl to blue lapis lazuli. In particular, some brooches line Animalier are a tribute to the seabed: shells, crabs and turtles become small sculptures, work by hand with the famous technique of transparency in which the overlap of natural stones of different colors gives life to the color that is not It exists in nature.
Vhernier realized premiums for the protagonists of the third day of competition of the Perini Navi Cup 2015 (Saturday, September 5): Vhernier trophies for first, second and third place, draw the silhouette of the sails on the horizon of sea. Vhernier also dedicated to ship owners who participate in the Perini Navi Cup a limited edition line declined from Mon Jeu, composed of individual links in rose gold and titanium.
Yellow summer
India is the country with the highest use of gold: no wonder, then, that Indian companies as Krown Jewels are specialized in manufacture jewelry in which the color yellow is prevalent. This is the case of this series of jewelry that looks blend perfectly with the hot colors of summer and, of course, the warm sun of Mumbai, home to the brand. Founded only in 2001, Krown has highlighted for its production that does not give too much to the stylistic features of the oriental taste, although the jewelry products are rather gaudy, elaborate, dense. If you like yellow and gold, you can easily do with indigestion pictures latest collection of Indian brand. Unlike those made by other countrymen, these jewels are lighter despite their large proportions, thanks to the use of parts in rhodium. Simple cubic zirconia, that take the place of the classic diamonds, help to maintain lower prices. L.A.
The golden thread of Milano Jewels
Take 20 meters of gold wire and weave it until it becomes a bracelet of just 20 cm. This is what is capable of making Milano Jewels, a brand that, as you might guess, has its roots in Milan. Precisely in via Cannobio. And Cannobio8 is the company formed in 2010 on the initiative of the brothers Andrea and Alberto Lattuada, third generation of goldsmiths in Milan. Three years ago, motivated by the desire to expand the supply of Cannobio8, the two have found a historical company’s know-how and precision instruments to carry out these pieces of jewelery (bijoux? accessories?) that are made of gold jersey . The next step was the first collection Knit. The construction technique is a kind of secret passed down from master to student that has lasted since 1936. The gold is hand-woven, with no internal welding, with skills (and patience). The result is a thick mesh, compact and flexible. A classic product of the imagination made in Italy. In addition to the collections Knit, young designers in Milan Jewels have prepared other collections. Those of 2015 are also using diamonds with amethysts and smoky quartz, bracelets with clasps and pavé diamonds. Matilde de Bounvilles
The joie de vivre of Francesca Villa
Vintage toy soldiers, fiches from the fifties, glass disc and numbers of cuivre: the jewels by Francesca Villa are a world in miniature, made of small objects collected in many travels or discovered by chance in an antique shop or in a market . Manufactured with gold in different hues, diamonds and colored gemstones, pearls, coral, each of these pieces is a story itself, connected to a person, or to a place or a special time. But beware not marking them as sentimental jewelry, not confuse them with the nostalgic typical flavour of the Victorian era: Villa’s creation have nothing to do with a feeling of regret. Indeed, they are ironic, curious and show unexpected combinations, such as German vintage soldiers, purchased in Boston by collector and set in a gold circle from which set out rays studded with precious stones like they were fireworks, or surrounded by hearts, doves and musical notes. Lightheartedness in contrast with military model and not by chance the collection was named Joie de vivre. M.d.B.
The gold value falls out
Who bought jewelry in the last eight years knows: the price has gone up a lot. The main cause is the price of gold, which had risen to $ 1,900 in September 2011. Then began the descent and now the price of gold has fallen 40% from their highs, to 1,000 dollars. I am now days that the yellow metal continues to fall: last time was in the 1996. The result is that the jewelry (in few months) will cost less, but also that if you want to sell now your earrings, rings and necklaces you don’t will gain the same figure a year ago.
It is a momentary descent? Difficult. There are three economic factors that drove gold down.
1. Strong Dollar A strong US currency harms the price of raw materials, which are measured in dollars, as it makes them more expensive for buyers. Gold should also be a hedge against inflation and currency devaluation.
2. China, Iran and Greece. Gold prices plummeted to $ 40 an ounce in a few minutes after the Chinese central bank said that accumulates reserves of gold at a slower pace than previously thought. Another reason: the US-Iran agreement eases the tensions in the Middle East and makes less unstable area. And the agreement between the EU and Greece has defused tensions in Europe.
3. Inflation. It is not part of concerns in the US, despite extremely low interest rates and years of massive bond purchases. The collapse of raw materials lowers inflation and inflation expectations. All of this pushes down the price of gold.
The gold will go down again? According to the investment bank Goldman Sachs pricing could fall below $ 1,000 an ounce for the first time since 2009. But not everyone agrees. We’ll see… Federico Graglia
They look like cardboard, but they are golden
The David Bielander’s bracelets look like cardboard, but in reality are precious, in gold or silver. It perhaps seems bizarre idea, that implies the concept of false identity: an object built a poor material, could very well be the gift for Mother’s Day in elementary school, and is instead an accessory very sophisticated technique. The surface is coated, while the interior is just as corrugated cardboard packaging, ie two sheets enclosing a corrugated paper. But, unlike the version cellulose, here the metal is bent and shaped by hand, and there is even the paperclip that is normally used to close the packaging. Of course, the copy is much more precious than the original, but only the weight, temperature, and the sound of the bracelet reveals his true nature. In this case, however, it overturns the saying that not all gold that glitters. In any case, the idea has shone enough to convince the jury of the Bavarian State Prize to assign the designer of contemporary jewelry, born in Basel and then Monaco based, the 2015 award . Here are pictures of this capsule collection named Cardboard. Lavinia Andorno
The Scarlet summer by Bibigì
Even if it’s hot or cool, this summer for Bibigì is not a problem: the Scarlet collection combines white gold, diamonds and precious stones in shades of electric blue and pink, to give a feeling of icy elegance as defined by the company. Or, on the contrary, this jewelry line warms the cool evenings with rose gold, purple in a drop cut and a splash of olive green. No, is not a cocktail, but the shapes of rings, earrings and necklace. There is also a classic collection, Serena, in silver and cubic zirconia, by 9Venticinque brand, designed for young people. Lavinia Andorno
(Italiano) Soldi: l’oro non scende più
News for those who love gold as an investment (and there are many). The price has fallen: it is appropriate to return to buy the yellow metal? And you keep in mind that the value of gold in the market is reflected sooner or later on the cost of the jewelry, so even if you do not plan to buy bullion, perhaps through an investment fund, you will be interested to know if in the next few months the price of ‘gold will rise or fall. For readers of Gioiellis publish exclusive analysis of one of the interesting banker: Nevine Pollini, senior commodities analyst at Union Bancaire Privée (UBP).
“We remain cautious on gold, since it seems stuck around 1180-1200 dollars per ounce, driven in opposite directions by two different forces: on the one hand there is the continuing uncertainty over the Greek debt crisis (positive factor for prices); on the other we find the strength of the dollar, supported by a series of positive macro data in the US (ISM manufacturing, construction spending and unemployment), it is increasing the expectations of a rise in interest rates by the Federal Reserve for this year, thus reducing the attractiveness of the yellow metal.
Last week, a downward revision by the International Monetary Fund estimates US growth for 2015 and its call for the Fed to delay the first rate hike in the first half of 2016 (until the appearance of increased signs of inflation ) did not have the slightest effect on the price of gold. The next meeting of the FOMC, scheduled for June 17, could provide clarity on the willingness of the Fed to implement a tight monetary policy later this year. However, as in the rest of the world other central banks, unlike the Fed, are maintaining expansionary monetary policies, these divergent trends are continuing to benefit the dollar and weigh on gold prices.
As for the Greek debt crisis, then, the country has been allowed to make all payments to the IMF in June in a lump sum, expiring on June 30. However, the risk of default was simply postponed and should reappear soon, probably triggering a buying haven assets. But until these events will continue to oppose, gold seems immune to both forces.
It ‘also interesting to note that the shares held by the ETFs continue to decline, with a total dropped to 51 million ounces, the lowest level since 2009. In addition, despite the recent market volatility, gold does not seem anyway able to regain its attractiveness as a safe haven.
At this point, the only salvation for gold prices could come from a considerable reduction in supply; also in this case, however, it will take time, because gold, unlike the base metals and the majority of the commodity, it is less sensitive to the performance of the offer, because of the amount of available stocks. It would require, in fact, two or three consecutive years of decline in output because come in a perception of scarcity and because this affects the sentiment on the yellow metal, creating a positive reaction on the prices of the same.”
Golds Annamaria Cammili
They are called Bella, Camelia, Cupido, and Daisy the new 2015 collections of Annamaria Cammili, Tuscan brand that brought its novelties at VicenzaOro Dubai, the exhibition organized in the UAE for buyers of MedioOriente, Asia and Eastern Europe. The brand has created a special finish to enhance the jewelry: a special matte-gloss effect that gives them greater consistency and depth. The aesthetic philosophy is inspired by the four elements: air, flora, water and earth. The collections are declined in six different colors of gold: white, black, yellow, natural, orange and pink, all made of special alloys. Giulia Netrese
A Crush for Coco
From leather to gold: here the Crush Coco capsule collection by Chanel, inspired by the famous “matelassé”or quilted pattern seen in many accessories. Engraved into metal, which is the contemporary interpretation of the diamond motifs of 2.55, one of the bags most desired by women. This success was born in February 1955, hence the acronym as a name, then applied in the years to wallets, shoes and all the luxury leather goods. And now runs on cuff-bracelets and rings in white and yellow gold 18 carat. The quilted effect is obviously stylized, but the round shapes a little remember the softness of the leather of this line named Coco Crush. Something similar to the passion for the criss-cross pattern shown by Maison’s customers for over 60 years. And to think that were the stable boys horse racings jackets to suggest this pattern to Mademoiselle, who liked to say: «The best things in life are free. The second best are very expensive». Here pictures and video. G. N.
A ring for Easter (and beyond)
In an Easter egg you can find Eva Franceschini. Well, not just her, but one of his rings. And who knows, perhaps the surprise could be replicated in a dessert for a party without chocolate egg. The designer, in fact, lends itself to do a ring that best represents and identifies the characteristics of the woman (or man?) to which to give the gift. Eve plans to prepare a sketch, processing of gold plate where the jewel starts to come to life, welding fire and finally embedding gemstone. On the page you can see some sketches. The designer uses gold alloy 750, personally selects the stones and diamanti are chosen only if boast ethical certified in Canada, to give something valuable but also good. There are no official prices, but the order of magnitude is about 1400 euro. G.N.
Chimento speeds on curves
Soft and essential lines: the Supreme new collection by Chimento plays with curves. The arch-shaped profile, very comfortable, refletc light on the gold surfaces, amplified by several rows of diamonds in more precious version oh white, yellow and rose gold. Elasticised section are moving with your body, with a flexibility also creative: the company explain that in addition to white diamonds could use brown diamonds or even new materials, such as ceramics. More geometric with intertwined lines to give the idea of a lace is the Olimpia openwork collection, characterized by a pattern of solids and voids of the gold surfaces and a traditional dainty bead edge. Here and there sparkling diamonds set in the weft. Lavina Andorno
New modules for Nomination
New modular jewelry collections signed Nomination. This time the Florentine company devotes a line to a perfect geometric shape, the cube. The collection is called, precisely, Cubiamo. The individual elements, in the traditional style of Nomination, allow the freedom to create a bracelet to measure, always with the individual elements to be attached, with all four sides. Each cube is made of solid silver and decorated with engravings, drawings and symbols, zircons, precious and semiprecious stones. The cuff on which to insert the elements, however, is tooled leather in Italy. Another novelty of the Tuscan brand is RoseGold: the collection, also in this case has modular elements to be mounted on a metal bracelet. It uses 9K rose gold, decorated with enamel, zirconia and natural stones. Among the elements which compose the bracelet there are also a gold bar of 1 gram, with embossed the logo of Nomination, or modules with blue topaz, pearl and amethyst stones mounted with cabochon cut. Giulia Netrese
Marco Bicego poetic
A mix of light and transparency in Lunaria collection by Marco Bicego. In the beginning were the golden petals, irregular shapes chiseled by hand, then the combination with the multi-faceted aquamarine to get a play of contrasts between the gleam of 18 carat gold and the freshness of the hard stone. All this in new dimensions, larger petals and long necklaces up to one meter for luxury soutoir. Giulia Netrese
With Nanis gold becomes Cashmere
An antique Persian and Indian motif to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Nanis, the jewelry company founded by Laura Bicego, who at Baselworld wil introduce her new collection Cashmere. The texture chosen is Pasley, a classic oriental design, which however is named after the small Scottish town that first began to weave these fibers and decorate them with this twisted shape, which to some resembles a leaf, a palm tree or a drop. To the designer is the totality of life within the drop and represent a symbol of fertility and abundance; something real but expressed in a light and delicate shape in the gold hand-engraved workmanship with burin. Made even more precious by a paved diamonds, always a drop. Lavinia Andorno
Coin on the Golden Gate
Here a preview of the Golden Gate collection, that Roberto Coin is going to introduce at Baselworld 2015. Under a sleek and shiny surface, an intricate structure composed of gold wires that go in all directions, like the base that holds the namesake bridge of San Francisco to which he took inspiration. A piece of architecture in miniature, among the most representative of America in the 30’s, absorbed in the jewel thanks to the use of 3D technology, embellished with a diamond and with the classic Coin’s signature: a single ruby hidden somewhere, in this case in the stem. M.d.B.
The Soul of Capri with Chantecler
Jewelry with Anima ( the italian word for soul), the one of Chantecler. The new collection of caprese brand is all in its symbols, Bell, Rooster, Logo, Cornetto and Joyful, and in the island-style, simple yet sophisticated. Soft and light shapes, available in yellow gold and white mother of pearl, gilded like sunlight, rose gold and mother of pearl gray, iridescent enough to evoke the sea and the colors of nature. Chevalier rings, delicate pendants, ovals and round links bracelets, necklaces and earrings to match everything. «The island is a wonderful gift of nature, a great source of artistic inspiration: if you’re lucky enough to live in a place filled with the beauty, the soul is transformed», assures Costanza Aprea, daughter of Salvatore, partner of Pietro Capuano, founder of the maison. To tell the Chantecler aesthetics and that atmosphere so special, the brothers Aprea have decided to publish a book edited by Rizzoli (221 pages, 60 €) Capri Jewels, The Love and Creation of Beauty, to celebrate both the craftsmanship and creativity distinguish the history of the maison, both shapes that follow the spirit of the time. Like those of Anima. Here pictures and prices. Monica Battistoni
An email on the finger
A hashtag or a like or a sign that marks the emails: here the Khai Khai jewelry. If you are or you have a friend social media addicted, this may be a suitable gift: earrings, rings and charms in yellow, white and rose 18K gold, embellished with diamonds that have, depending on the design, from 0.15 a0, 25 carats overall. The collection of the New York designer Haim Medine, called Digital Inspired, also has a FU, or Follow us, but not satisfied just the Twitter or Facebook users, because it includes many other graphic signs, from the point of question to the commercial, to brackets, all can be purchased on his website. This also is wearable technology. G.N.
Chimento’s precious innovations
Chimento news: the brand has led to VicenzaOro January a bit of novelty, in addition to the lines already established. Here are some examples: the Stretch collection now presents a Spring line with elastic mesh, where the real innovation is the lack of closure. Aeternitas collection, instead, is by two-tone or single color, while in Armillas dominates the Acqua line, with little balls in gold as were solid liquid drops. A return to the origins, in the world of goldsmith’s, with gold declined in its colors (white, yellow and pink) and a structure composed of modules that are repeated, joined together through a frame that guarantees tightness and durability . Gold and diamonds come together in a combination of light and color. Then there are the traditional lines, that are renewed: the jewels reversible and convertible, Double Join, arising from the consolidated line Double. The jewelry Double Join have soft lines. Each piece is available in matching white and yellow shiny gold or yellow gold polished and satin. The inserts in diamonds, embedded on both sides of the central element, add style details. The special closure allows jewelry Double Join to be perfectly reversible and choose which surface you want to show: the complete collection consists of bracelets, rings, necklaces and earrings in different modular combinations.
There is, in addition, Stardust, with design decided, with many small bezels in diamonds and gemstones in an innovative structure in white or yellow gold: a bouquet of gems that fades toward the sides of the jewel. One version uses blue sapphires, which are interspersed with light points of diamonds. Not only: at the stand of the brand Vicenza, born in 1964, was a fine view of the necklace Lady with brown diamonds worn by Emily Blunt. M.B.
Chantecler messenger of love
There are no only e-mail and Whatsapp: a message of love with stamps, precious, is more valuable: is Love Letters a Chantecler collection. It is composed of two pendants, both with chain, one is made in rose gold with a brilliant, the other in silver with two small hearts in red enamel. A tribute to the founder of the brand caprese, Pietro Capuano, who loved to write letters full of love and thank you cards and Dolce Vita caprese in an era of sms and e-mails