As divisive politics and humanitarian crises trample global
morale, luxury jewelry designers are escaping to the regenerative positivity of
nature. There has been a veritable bouquet of jubilant, colorful collections
inspired by flora and fauna. A particular highlight is Dior’s verdant Dior à
Versailles côté Jardins collection, laden with clusters of colored-gemstone
flowers, which made its debut in Paris this summer.
Marquise- and pear-shaped gems lend themselves well
to floral jewels, as they are perfect doppelgängers of the petals and leaves
found in nature. Long and winding drops or chains suggest new growth, while
metal settings should appear organic to capture the beauty of a garden in bloom.
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