Jewellery Trends 2024: Diamonds & Pearls For The Win
Natural Diamonds and pearls are a formidable duo that can elevate the simplest of ensembles. Whether you want to tread lightly with this trend or commit to it long term, our curation has got you covered for myriad possibilities.
A pairing as iconic as Audrey Hepburn and the little black dress, if you’re aiming to look very demure, very mindful then diamonds and pearls promise instant elegance and unparalleled rizz. From statement pearl chokers to delicate diamond studs, it’s time to enjoy this stellar combination for all seasons and reasons
Pearls for Posterity
The first golden rule of shopping for fine jewellery is looking beyond trends to indulge in a piece that will stand the test of time. Handcrafted in gold, this ring features glimmering prong set natural diamonds bordering a diamond pierced pearl, its intricacy culminating into a unique star shaped silhouette. With its charming vintage vibe, it lands at the sweet spot between being understated as well as a statement piece.
Jewels of the Ocean
Want to wear diamonds and pearls in a contemporary context? Look no further. Suspended from an 18K white gold chain dotted with natural diamonds is a large iridescent baroque pearl, the beauty of the pearl’s irregular shape is highlighted with a serpentine design holding a glimmering brilliant cut diamond at its center. The ideal accompaniment to crisp shirts in the daytime and plunging necklines at night, this piece delivers on all occasions.
Weekend Blues
Oftentimes a piece of jewelry induces a sense of time travel – these Victorian-style earrings are reminiscent of old-school soirees. Featuring a cascading vine-like silhouette they are embellished with natural diamonds and pearls and punctuated with sapphires making for a piece that’s modern yet traditional, to be savoured through the years.
Fly me to the Moon
Who doesn’t love diamond jewellery that’s high-impact, low effort? A maximalist cuff can take you a long way and this chunky bracelet has a futuristic appeal that’s instantly eye-catching. Linear slivers crafted in 18 karat white gold are embedded with rose cut diamonds with pearls sprouting dynamically through the framework. Style this with a Grecian draped dress on holiday or on the sleeve of your favourite cashmere sweater for guaranteed compliments.
Crown Jewels
The modern bride or wedding-goer doesn’t settle for basic, if you’re a staunch believer in grand entrances, there’s no better way to bring in the drama than a statement headpiece. This opulent Maang Tikka reimagines the traditional accessory in an elevated manner. Inspired by the pyramids of Giza, a large coloured pearl forms focal point, laced with 25 karats of trillion diamonds, baguette diamonds and round brilliant-cut diamonds, while multi-coloured briolettes sapphires prove to be the icing on this dazzling confectionary. This festive season, channel the new-age princess with a headpiece that says it all.
Hey Stud
If you’re more Breakfast at Tiffany’s than Brat Summer, these earrings will match your freak. Timeless and versatile, these mega studs feature natural diamonds set amidst large and small natural pearls that fan out in a semi-circular silhouette. Mirroring the beauty of art-deco architecture and old-world romance, these will serve you through relaxed brunches and upcoming card parties alike.
Put a ring on it
If there was a jewel version of the vivid warm filter this ring would be it. Exuding the warmth and serenity of beach escapes, this rose gold beauty bears an interesting shape – an enamel silhouette is encrusted with diamond shaped paisleys on one side while a coloured pearl contrasts beautifully against the intricate design. An unconventional piece for the everyday, with a subtle reminder to take your next vacation soon.
Shooting Hoops
Once a hoop girl = always a hoop girl. Pearls don’t always have to be prim and proper: Case in point a pair of XL hoops studded with pearls and dotted with pear-shaped natural diamonds that lend the illusion of spikes. For all the party girls looking for an edgy iteration within this combination, take these hoops to the dancefloor.
Drops of Heaven
We all love fine jewellery that appeals to a variety of sartorial needs. For all the minimalists in the house who like their baubles low-key, these earrings hit the spot. A floral silhouette smattered with small diamond circles a triangular diamond and a singular pearl drop. Here’s to keeping it simple but effective.
Dainty Does It
Don’t want to fall prey to the everchanging cycle of trends? There’s no better way than indulging in a style that’s not too over the top and resembles something that would be in your mothers jewellery box. Everyday choices aside we all need a pair of dressy earrings, this pair comprises an unusual bow shape stud and features strands of trailing pearls and diamonds making for the perfect future heirloom.
Birds of Paradise
Consider these glimmering earrings a piece of art and expect them to be gazed at longingly like a painting. These unique danglers feature oval rose cut diamonds, baguettes and round brilliant cut diamonds all integrated into an innovative parrot motif with a charming pearl at its center bordered by radiant rubies – all set in 18 karat white gold, they have ‘special occasion’ written all over them.
Celestial Beauty
Who doesn’t love a piece of fine jewellery that radiates purity and strength. This ring is for all the astrology girlies, if pearl is your birthstone – this is how you can wear it, but make it fashion. Multiple rings of white and yellow gold encrusted with diamonds orbit around a round pearl, bringing the dynamic magnetism at your fingers. Wear this especially when Mercury is in Retrograde.
