How To Rock Your Finest Jewellery With Everyday Staples

As precious as they may be, our very best high and fine jewellery deserve to shine beyond the safe confines of a vault. From casual denims to classic tank tops, we explore easy ways to wear your dazzling gemstones for a quick errand run, brunch with the girls or even if you’re just lounging at home; while highlighting intricate craftsmanship and audacious designs.

Make A Statement

Elevating a simple ensemble is easy with just a bold necklace that lays delicately on your décolletage.

Breathe life into the outfit by embracing colour with jewels such as the round pink sapphires set sporadically throughout Van Cleef & Arpels’ Palmyre Brume de saphir necklace or the mix of pear and brilliant-cut yellow diamonds among classic white diamonds expertly showcased by Chopard’s high jewellery necklace.

Of course, the definition of “simple” can vary. If your version of minimalism calls for a furry coat and a pair of blinged-out sunglasses, then a magnificent tiara from Chaumet might be the perfect accessory to complete the look. After all, balance is always the key to pulling off a well-curated fit.

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Never Go Wrong With Sets

Feeling indecisive? Choose jewellery from the same collection to create a cohesive look, such as GRAFF’s sculptural Tribal collection in the form of a necklace, earrings and a ring with stunning yellow diamonds. When styled together, this set imbues the outfit with a youthful and optimistic vibe, thanks to the contemporary design.

Speaking of contemporary, Hermès’ Chaine d’Ancre collection delivers the same modern and dynamic touch to any look, especially in the form of a versatile brooch, crafted in rose gold and black spinels, that can be easily pinned on a dress, a jacket or a staple black bodysuit without giving second thought. While the brooch is mesmerising enough, throw on a pair of matching earrings for double the sparkle.

If coloured stones aren’t for you and your closet skews towards neutral looks, try on a piece that features an extravagant design, such as a crocodile necklace by Cartier that wraps around your neck with its tail. Take it up a notch with a matching art-deco bracelet with diamonds, rock crystal and onyx that showcases just how opulent you are without trying too hard.

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Brilliant designs and excellent techniques will go the extra mile such as Boucheron’s Plume de Paon earrings that not only capture the majestic peacock feather to a tee but also mimic the movements of the feather as if it is bopping in the wind. While the matching ring does not sport this articulation, the feather’s suppleness is showcased through the way it sits and moulds on the finger.

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Stack, Stack And More Stacks

Fine jewellery has the power to be as jaw-droppingly gorgeous as high jewellery and it all boils down to putting them together and creating a harmonious stack. Tiffany & Co.’s HardWear collection never misses because of its timeless design that looks fantastic in several sizes ranging from small to large links, various precious metals and in different silhouettes, with or without diamonds or pearls.

Chanel’s demure Nº5 pieces are perfect when worn solo but together, the eternal symbol of the maison is enhanced to its fullest potential, especially with the transformable earrings that can be worn as studs of with pendants to create the illusion that it is dripping diamonds.

Photographer: Wee Khim
Creative Direction: Daphne Tso
Stylist: Jeffrey Yan
Jewellery coordinator: Brandon Chia
Model: Libby/Mannequin
Makeup: Wee Ming
Hair: Marc Teng
Photographer’s assistant: Ivan Teo
Stylist’s assistant: Larissa Wong