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Forbes
10-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Forbes
A Brief Guide To Pearls With Yoko London
Yoko London campaign Yoko London British fine jewelry brand Yoko London was established in 1973 by the Hakimian family, and has built a reputation for offering exquisite pearl jewelry that combines tradition and modernity, both in regards to craftsmanship and design. Made by hand in their London atelier, each piece incorporates carefully sourced pearls, showcasing a range of classic and contemporary pearl earrings, necklaces, rings and bracelets — perfect for the pearl's modern-day resurgence. Yoko London campaign Yoko London For the top line pearl 101, Michael Hakimian, the CEO of Yoko London shares his guide, from what they are to the different types, and how to care for them. A pearl is an organic gemstone, created through a biological process and stand out due to their origin. Pearls are formed by living organisms, when an irritant enters a mollusc, typically an oyster, it is coated with layers of nacre, this is the same luminous substance that is on the inside of the shell, more commonly known as mother of pearl. Overtime this builds and naturally forms the pearl. What makes pearls so unique and special in the fine jewelry world is their naturally lustre and organic form, requiring no cutting or polishing, emphasising their unique allure. Each pearl varies, therefore jewelry with the use of pearls, ensures each piece is unique and standout. Yoko London campaign Yoko London Natural pearls in today's world are incredibly rare, often found in museums. Most pearls on the market are cultured, formed using the same biological process but with an extra bit of help, a nucleus is introduced to the mollusc, as a catalyst, to encourage pearl formation. Cultured pearls are just as beautiful and can sometimes exhibit a higher lustre due to the controlled environment. Yoko London campaign Yoko London At Yoko London, our pearls are sourced from the highest quality farms around the world, we have 5 key varieties of pearls, each with a distinctive characteristic and formulated from different parts of the world. Australian South Sea Pearls: Distinctively known for their captivating white to silver lustre. Often featured across our High Jewelry, showcasing rare, larger South Sea Pearls in exclusive, statement pieces. Indonesian South Sea Pearls: Handpicked for their opulently rich golden hues from soft champagne to deep gold. Discoverable across our couture collections, and in our the new Zyyp collection. Chinese Freshwater Pearls: Featuring exquisite white and pink tones, each exuding grace with a radiant lustre. We refer to our pink shades from soft peach to a radiant orchid. Seen over many of our collections, but iconic to our Classic Collection. Japanese Akoya Pearls: Classically white, cream and sometimes a soft pink or even grey to silver hues. Exquisitely known for their perfectly round shape and mirror like lustre. Our elegant akoya strands are a common staple. Seen often in our choker designs, particularly across our new O by Yoko Collection. Tahitian Pearls: Renowned for their exotic dark colors, we have a variety of hues from black, to peacock green, silver grey and our latest arrival in pistachio. These provide a contemporary artistic approach to our designs, often seen in our Ombre pieces and layered strands. Baroque Pearls: A term used to describe irregular and non-spherical shapes, highlighting their natural beauty. We have a variety of baroque pieces, particularly across our South Sea and Freshwater pearls and have a dedicated collection to Baroque pearls where each piece is a unique treasure, showcasing the allure of organic form. Yoko London campaign Yoko London What Makes Pearls Valuable? Multiple factors determine a pearls value, often the origin of color compared with the size, surface quality, lustre and shape. Matching is a crucial element when creating strands or pieces with multiple pearls. This meticulous process significantly increases the value of the jewelry as perfectly matched pearls are hard to come by. At Yoko London, we take pride in achieving flawless visual harmony achieved through expert matching. This is showcased distinctively across our Ombre and Classic Designs, where these pieces can often take months to a year to create, patience and precision are essential to us in our final creations. We carefully grade our pearls against these criteria to ensure only the finest pearls are selected for our customers, meeting the Yoko promise. What Sets Yoko London Apart Established in 1973, by the Hakimian family, Yoko London is a British brand with three generations of heritage and pearl expertise. We merge the classic elegance of pearls with bold, modern designs, aiming to redefine pearls making them wearable and versatile for contemporary lifestyles. We can also offer bespoke services to clients and often create one-of- a-kind pieces across our High Jewelry Collections. We don't just create pearl jewelry, we craft heirlooms of exceptional quality, innovation and timeless sophistication and setting a new benchmark in luxury pearls. Yoko London campaign Yoko London How To Care For Pearl Jewelry To preserve your pearls lustre, pearl jewelry should be the last thing you put on and the first thing you take off as cosmetics can damage the pearls surface. Storing pearls separately from other gemstones to avoid scratches; our new purple travel box, with a soft interior and dedicated compartments is ideal for our Classic earrings, bracelet and necklace set. Clean your pearls with a polishing cloth and a pearl safe spray, our deluxe cleaning kit is perfect for the job. We also suggest restringing your strung pieces every one to four years, this service is also available at our London atelier. How To Wear Pearls Something as simple as a single strand pearl necklace has long been synonymous with Hollywood A-listers, British royalty, and iconic figures of the '80s and '90s - think Audrey Hepburn, Jackie Kennedy, and Princess Diana. This simple accessory is the epitome of elegance and timelessness, it's a subtle yet powerful statement that has remained popular through decades of ever-changing fashion. Jacqueline Kennedy (Jackie Onassis) (1929 - 1994) wife of Senator Jack Kennedy at an 'April in Paris' ball, 1958. Original Artwork: A Wonderful Time - Slim Aarons (Photo by) Getty Images Today, pearls are more relevant than ever, with stars like Lewis Hamilton making the pearl necklace his signature styling piece, particularly seen in Yoko London South Sea Pearl necklaces and Akoya Diamond Earrings to his F1 events. This resurgence has sparked a cultural moment within fashion, establishing pearls as a gender-fluid accessory embraced by both men and women. Yoko London has debuted a curated menswear collection showcasing the wearability of their pieces enabling each demographic to style pearls in such a unique way thanks to the brands product versatility. See more on
Leaders
05-05-2025
- Business
- Leaders
Jewels of the World 2025: A Tour of Glamour, Craftsmanship across Saudi Arabia
The luxurious exhibition, Jewels of the World, will return in 2025, in an expanded version that will bring some of the world's most delicate designs to Saudi Arabia. The glamourous exhibition will offer a platform for prestigious brands as well as independent designers from around the globe to showcase their elegant designs and innovations across 4 shows in Saudi Arabia throughout 2025. Jewels of the World 2025 Jewels of the World, Saudi Arabia's largest exhibition for jewelry and watches, is set to return in 2025 with a new and elevated format that will allow brands to display their latest collections of fine jewelry, high jewelry, bridal sets and watches in the Kingdom, providing them with a unique opportunity to access the thriving Saudi market. In an exceptional experience, Jewels of the World 2025 serves as an exclusive boutique event that showcases distinguished artistry and elegance, with glittering collections of luxurious jewelry and watches, celebrating the delicate craftsmanship of these distinctive pieces. Exclusive Collections Building on the success of the previous edition, Jewels of the World 2025 will span over two seasons, spring and winter, showcasing a curated selection of international and local brands. More than 60 global brands, in addition to regional jewelry houses from Bahrain, Egypt, Qatar and the UAE, will exhibit unique creations, from fine jewelry to watches, precious gemstones and rare pieces. Guests are in for an outstanding showcase of the world's finest collections in diamonds, gold and precious gems. They will find curated selections of mesmerizing jewelry, from everyday wearables to wedding sets and statement pieces. Four Glamourous Shows The fascinating exhibition will kick off the spring season at Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province. From May 9-12, 2025, Jewels of the World will showcase a curated collection of sought-after jewelry and timepieces in Dhahran, for the first time in the city. The event will take place over an impressive area of 8,000 km at Dhahran Expo, strategically located in the heart of the Eastern Province between Al-Khobar, Dammam, and Dhahran. The second spring show will take place from May 16-19, 2025 at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah in the capital city of Riyadh. After a break during summer, Jewels of the World 2025 will return in winter with a second showcase in Riyadh, from October 3-7 at the Four Seasons Hotel. The final showcase will take place in the charming Red Sea city of Jeddah, from October 11-14 at the Hilton Hotel. A Display of Craftsmanship Jewels of the World provides an unmissable chance for luxury enthusiasts and jewelry fans to explore the latest trends and engage with industry leaders and global brands. It also provides jewelry houses and designers with a platform to display their mastery and craftsmanship. During the event's inaugural edition in November 2024, prominent designers showcased their talent and creativity, including Karen Suen, Ananya, Yoko London, Azar Gems, FerriFirenze, and HRH Joaillerie. It also displayed the innovations of world-class brands such as Dani by Daniel K, Etho Maria, Gems & Jewel Palace, House of Gems, JH Jewelers, K Lalita, LIDA Diamond, Nado's Jewelry, Nafees Jewelers, and Nsouli. Moreover, the flagship event featured other unique brands, including Panchoo Jewels, Raaya Fine jewelry, Rakyans Fine jewelry, Renée jewelers, RK jewelers, Rose, Rosetta Jewels, SJ Solitaire Jewels, Tariq Riaz, and Terzihan and Tijoree jewelry. Short link : Post Views: 1
FACT
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- FACT
Jewels of the World makes a glittering return to Saudi Arabia
The event showcases the finest jewellery and watches. Saudi Arabia is quickly emerging as a global hub for some of the biggest events in the world. Be it entertainment or sports, the Kingdom shows no signs of slowing down. Now, it's set to host the return of the luxurious Jewels of the World event. Taking place from 9 to 12 May at Dhahran Expo and then from 16 to 19 May at Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah in Riyadh, Jewels of the World will offer a showcase of fine jewellery, celebrating the artistry and craftsmanship of the luxurious pieces on display. Jewels of the World will feature 60 jewellery brands from all across the world. You'll get a chance to see some of the most iconic, handcrafted masterpieces on display. Contemporary, cutting-edge designs will also be available for viewing as the exhibition promises to bring a diverse range of styles and specialities. Some of these include Karen Suen's collection featuring a necklace with over 80 carats of emeralds and diamonds, Yoko London's Cleopatra necklace with delicate layers of pearls and FerriFirenze's signature Spettinato collection. Other brands such as Azar Gems, HRH Joaillerie, Ananya, Dani by Daniel K and many others will present their creations too. Apart from the pieces on display, Jewels of the World will allow visitors to experience a curated selection of jewellery and watch collections in an intimate setting. Here, shoppers and collectors will receive one-to-one attention on their jewel of choice. With VIP access and special previews for many items not available elsewhere, this opportunity is one to relish. Plus, you'll also receive a complimentary authentication of your purchase, done by Danat, the Bahrain Institute of Pearls. If you are unable to attend the spring edition of Jewels of the World, fear not, as the exhibition will return this winter from 3 to 7 October at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh, before moving to Hilton Hotel Jeddah from 11 to 14 October 2025. Entry to the exhibition is free of charge, but you must register if you wish to attend. GO: Visit for more information.
