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A Conversation with Paola De Luca A Conversation with Paola De Luca

A Conversation with Paola De Luca

A Conversation with Paola De Luca For The Jewellery Traveller Beginnings & Vision 1. Paola, you’ve had an extraordinary career spanning design, trend forecasting, and creative direction. What first drew you into the world of jewellery? Jewellery found me before I found it. I grew up surrounded by Italy’s visual language — architecture, art, craftsmanship […]

In Conversation with Richard Wu In Conversation with Richard Wu

In Conversation with Richard Wu

In Conversation with Richard Wu: Jewellery as Visual Narrative and Emotional Expression A Designer Formed Between Worlds Richard Wu stands as a compelling figure within contemporary jewellery—an artist shaped by the cultural dualities of his upbringing. Born in the United States and later returning to China with his mother, Richard was introduced early to the […]

Nada Ghazal : Crafting Connections Through Wearable Art Nada Ghazal the jewellery designer interview

Nada Ghazal : Crafting Connections Through Wearable Art

NADA GHAZAL: CRAFTING CONNECTIONS THROUGH WEARABLE ART For Lebanese designer Nada Ghazal, jewellery is more than adornment—it is emotion, memory, and the quiet connection that passes from one person to another. Her journey began long before she launched her eponymous brand; it started in childhood, at her grandmother’s side, as she watched her delicate fingers […]

Lu Ying: Forging Wearable Nature Poetry from Eastern Heritage Lu Ying: Forging Wearable Nature Poetry from Eastern Heritage

Lu Ying: Forging Wearable Nature Poetry from Eastern Heritage

Lu Ying: Forging Wearable Nature Poetry from Eastern Heritage In the realm of contemporary jewelry, where artistry, craftsmanship, and cultural lineage intersect, few voices resonate as distinctly as that of Lu Ying – the founder of PRIVAGUET Jewelry and a visionary known as the pioneer of “Eastern Naturalist Jewelry.” Her creations build a bridge between […]

The Kinetic Jewelry of Sarah Pulvertaft Sarah Pulvertaft Either Side Ring

The Kinetic Jewelry of Sarah Pulvertaft

Kinesis and Craftsmanship: The Kinetic Jewelry of Sarah Pulvertaft Discovering the beauty of movement and meticulous design in wearable art. By Sarah Pulvertaft @sarahpulvertaft The Art of Movement in Jewelry Design When we think of jewelry, we often imagine static elegance — yet for British designer Sarah Pulvertaft, movement is everything. Her kinetic jewelry transforms […]

Liu Yang -The Designer – Let Stones Tell Their Story Liu Yang - The Jewellery designer

Liu Yang -The Designer – Let Stones Tell Their Story

Liu Yang: The Designer Letting Stones Tell Their Story Award-winning Chinese jewellery designer Liu Yang is redefining contemporary jewellery, crafting pieces that let nature — and imperfection — shine. A New Perspective on Jewellery Design In the world of contemporary jewellery, Liu Yang stands out for her poetic approach: she lets the natural beauty of […]

The Art of Lace and Gemstones Contessina London Iris handcrafted gemstone lace earrings - Lace and Gemstones

The Art of Lace and Gemstones

The Art of Lace and Gemstones Contessina’s Timeless Creations by Clara Poulantza A Legacy of Craftsmanship Contessina’s London exclusive collections embody the marriage of elegant modern design and centuries-old artisanal tradition. Each piece is made lovingly by hand, making it unique in character and infused with the heritage of worldwide craftsmanship—a skill that demands patience, […]

The Dragon’s Heart: Chinese Jewellery Chinese jewellery - Feng J - Calla lily ring

The Dragon’s Heart: Chinese Jewellery

The Dragon’s Heart: Contemporary Chinese Jewellery Finds Its Voice Contemporary Chinese jewellery is blossoming with creativity, culture, and global ambition. A Guiding Light: Helen Mao Helen Mao is a renowned jewellery curator, designer, and expert. A member of the Jewellery World Gold Council for 30 years and currently a professor of jewellery design at Shanghai […]

Exhibition Review – Elisabetta Cipriani Gallery Attilio Codognato salamander bracelet at Elisabetta Cipriani Gallery

Exhibition Review – Elisabetta Cipriani Gallery

Exhibition Review: Hotel 87 and Other Relics at Elisabetta Cipriani Gallery Elisabetta Cipriani Gallery in London played host to one of the season’s most thought-provoking jewellery exhibitions. Curated by luxury writer and curator Melanie Grant, ‘’Hotel 87 and Other Relics’’ (23–27 September 2025) coincided with the launch of her new Phaidon title, ‘’The Jewelry Book’’. […]

Goldsmith’s Fair 2025 Goldsmith’s Fair 2025 - Wendy Ramshaw and David Watkins

Goldsmith’s Fair 2025

New Directions in Jewellery made in the UK A warm welcome by the Head of Fair, Harriet Scott Harriet Scott welcomed warmly distinguished visitors, collectors and jewellery enthusiasts in this year’s Goldsmith’s fair on the 22nd of September showcasing the work of 136 makers presenting a broad and diverse selection of contemporary jewellery, goldsmithing and […]