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A new ‘digital jewelry salon’ is making it easier than ever for fine-jewelry aficionados to get their hands on the world’s most precious pieces. These are the labels worth investing in
Beautiful, intimate and ultra-exclusive, NET-A-PORTER’s new EIP Privé service is like entering your own private jewelry salon; a place where rare and bespoke pieces are easily accessible for collectors at any time of the day, anywhere in the world. Housed in this special online space are super-exclusive haute joaillerie maisons that are usually only found in appointment-only ateliers – these are the names to know…
BOGHOSSIAN
“Designing jewelry is like painting with light,” says Albert Boghossian, CEO of Boghossian. The innovative, family-run high-jewelry house has over 100 years of experience behind it and is highly esteemed for its specialist techniques such as inlaying, in which one precious stone is nestled into another, or the pioneering ‘kissing’ method of uniting two stones, creating the impression that they are floating over each other. The results are breathtaking from every angle. Embracing eastern and western inspirations, the maison creates fine jewelry that is elegant, modern and timeless.
PIAGET
Drawing on over 140 years of history, Piaget has established an artistic and playful aesthetic that draws on some of the world’s most stunning natural wonders, such as the Northern Lights. Renowned for an exceptional level of craftmanship and the use of extraordinary materials – such as raw emerald crystals and gold-flecked blue hardstone lapis lazuli – Piaget is for those who appreciate daring yet refined designs.
BAYCO
Inspired by antique styles, New York-based Bayco – launched in the 1980s by brothers Moris and Giacamo Hadjibay – excels in sourcing extraordinary stones. The siblings inherited their appreciation for precious stones from their father, Amir Hadjibay, who would visit India’s maharajahs and return home with gems from their personal jewelry collections. The duo commission and create bespoke pieces in their atelier that are sure to become family heirlooms.
BOEHMER ET BASSENGE
The original Boehmer et Bassenge were a pair of Parisian jewelers who made history in 1772 when King Louis XV commissioned them to make a magnificent diamond necklace. Drawing on this regal history, the label creates majestic jewelry exclusively from the finest, most flawless D-color diamonds, expertly cut and polished by hand to enhance their brilliance.
GIAMPIERO BODINO
With a résumé that counts Piaget, Jaeger-LeCoultre and more, Giampiero Bodino’s eponymous watch and jewelry maison is a rich mix of experience and craftmanship. For inspiration, Bodino draws upon a wide range of resources, from renaissance art to the Milanese architecture that surrounds his atelier in the art-deco landmark Villa Mozart, to create opulent, one-of-a-kind designs. Bodino is renowned for working closely with his clients to allow them to add their own personal flourishes to their pieces.
NADIA MORGENTHALER
Combining innovation and artistry, Nadia Morgenthaler’s designs blend old-world elegance with a contemporary edge. The Swiss master’s expertise and unique eye for detail have been carefully honed during 25 years of goldsmithing and education at the highest level, as well as positions at some of the world’s most esteemed maisons and independent houses. Expect magnificent and imaginative modern treasures.
To find out more about this treasure trove of highly coveted pieces and one-of-a-kind bespoke designs, email NET-A-PORTER’s personal shopping team at EIP_PRIVEPS@net-a-porter.com
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