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Cartier Strikes the Perfect Balance with ‘En Équilibre' in Stockholm
Cartier Strikes the Perfect Balance with ‘En Équilibre' in Stockholm

BusinessToday

time28-05-2025

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  • BusinessToday

Cartier Strikes the Perfect Balance with ‘En Équilibre' in Stockholm

While many luxury houses on Place Vendôme headed south for their latest launches, Cartier took a different path. The French jeweller chose Stockholm to reveal En Équilibre, a 115-piece High Jewellery collection inspired by the concept of balance. As Cartier's chief marketing officer Arnaud Carrez explained, the city's blend of urban life and nature perfectly reflects the collection's ethos of harmony and precision. Before the showcase, Cartier revealed Gemma Chan as a new brand ambassador. The actor, known for Crazy Rich Asians and Captain Marvel, has long had ties to the house and most recently wore Cartier jewels at the Grand Dîner du Louvre. A standout piece in the collection is the Pavocelle necklace, inspired by an exceptional 58.08-carat sapphire cabochon. Its design echoes the majestic tail of a peacock through a series of openwork motifs, combining intricate craftsmanship with natural inspiration. Precision extends beyond design to the selection and setting of stones. The Skudo and Azulejo rings exemplify this focus, featuring shield diamonds and a striking 13.35-carat Ceylon sapphire, respectively. These pieces demonstrate Cartier's commitment to harmony in every detail, from gemstone choice to structural balance. Another standout is the Shito necklace, where twin lines of diamonds and emeralds cross in front and back, drawing the eye to two exceptional Zambian emerald drops weighing nearly 50 carats. The collection's 'nothing in excess' approach enhances its visual impact, letting the natural beauty of the gemstones shine without distraction. Cartier's ability to create drama with minimalism is further seen in the Hyala necklace, where coloured diamonds and sapphires seem to float against the skin. A nearly invisible pink gold setting holds the gemstones in place, creating an illusion of weightlessness and fluid movement. The Panthère Dentelle, meanwhile, reimagines Cartier's iconic panther in lace-like openwork. This complex design features over 274 carats of Colombian emerald beads cascading towards a stylised feline holding a 4-carat kite-cut diamond. The design required 5,700 hours, with 4,100 hours devoted solely to jewellery craftsmanship. Other pieces, such as Tsagaan, showcase Cartier's use of negative space and sculptural form inspired by the elusive snow leopard. In this necklace, the animal's features only emerge at certain angles, thanks to an arrangement of kite-, lozenge- and triangle-cut stones. The Traforato necklace, on the other hand, uses emerald and onyx to build a sense of volume around three prominent octagonal gems. Creative director Jacqueline Karachi emphasised that balance is essential at every stage of creation, from sourcing stones to the final manufacturing. The goal is to restore harmony to the eye and create pieces that appear effortless yet embody meticulous expertise. This includes invisible details, such as polishing edges hidden from view, which only a skilled jeweller would notice during servicing. Cartier's artisans spent nearly 100,000 hours crafting this collection, blending traditional handcraftsmanship with cutting-edge technology. The workshops in Paris bring together stone experts, designers, sculptors, and more under one roof, ensuring each piece is a perfect balance of creativity, technical mastery, and comfort. WWD Related

Paris Fashion Week brings out the biggest stars – here's what they wore
Paris Fashion Week brings out the biggest stars – here's what they wore

CNN

time07-03-2025

  • Entertainment
  • CNN

Paris Fashion Week brings out the biggest stars – here's what they wore

The Fall-Winter 2025 edition of Paris Fashion Week is underway, with infectious energy and eye-catching looks seen both on and off the runways. At the nine-day event, running until March 11, high-wattage shows staged by the world's biggest brands, such as Chanel, Hermès and Louis Vuitton, are expected to draw some of pop culture's biggest celebrities (and their stylists) — several of whom are keeping their eyes peeled for their next red carpet outfit. For other famous faces, it marks an opportunity to mingle with their peers. From actors Keira Knightley and Michelle Yeoh to models Naomi Campbell and Gigi Hadid, many were spotted flocking to a lit-up Louvre after hours on Tuesday for the first 'Grand Dîner du Louvre' gala, to fete the museum's first fashion-focused exhibition. Some stars arrived fresh off awards season: Doja Cat took a front row seat at Balmain after taking part in a James Bond tribute performance at the Oscars in Los Angeles over the weekend. Others showed up to support their designer friends — see '90s icons Cameron Diaz and Kate Moss clocking in for Stella McCartney's office-inspired show on Wednesday. Plenty of K-pop stars are also expected throughout the week: Blackpink's Jisoo was already spotted at Dior, for whom she has been the global face since 2021. Fellow band members Rosé, Jennie and Lisa may make similar appearances at Saint Laurent, Chanel and Louis Vuitton, where they are global ambassadors, respectively. See a selection of celebrity attendees' looks below, with more updates to follow throughout the week.

Paris Fashion Week brings out the biggest stars – here's what they wore
Paris Fashion Week brings out the biggest stars – here's what they wore

CNN

time07-03-2025

  • Entertainment
  • CNN

Paris Fashion Week brings out the biggest stars – here's what they wore

The Fall-Winter 2025 edition of Paris Fashion Week is underway, with infectious energy and eye-catching looks seen both on and off the runways. At the nine-day event, running until March 11, high-wattage shows staged by the world's biggest brands, such as Chanel, Hermès and Louis Vuitton, are expected to draw some of pop culture's biggest celebrities (and their stylists) — several of whom are keeping their eyes peeled for their next red carpet outfit. For other famous faces, it marks an opportunity to mingle with their peers. From actors Keira Knightley and Michelle Yeoh to models Naomi Campbell and Gigi Hadid, many were spotted flocking to a lit-up Louvre after hours on Tuesday for the first 'Grand Dîner du Louvre' gala, to fete the museum's first fashion-focused exhibition. Some stars arrived fresh off awards season: Doja Cat took a front row seat at Balmain after taking part in a James Bond tribute performance at the Oscars in Los Angeles over the weekend. Others showed up to support their designer friends — see '90s icons Cameron Diaz and Kate Moss clocking in for Stella McCartney's office-inspired show on Wednesday. Plenty of K-pop stars are also expected throughout the week: Blackpink's Jisoo was already spotted at Dior, for whom she has been the global face since 2021. Fellow band members Rosé, Jennie and Lisa may make similar appearances at Saint Laurent, Chanel and Louis Vuitton, where they are global ambassadors, respectively. See a selection of celebrity attendees' looks below, with more updates to follow throughout the week.

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