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Designer: Rita Lan Fan Yip Project Type: Art Jewelry Classification: Jewelry Date: Sunday, 27 September 2026

The One Bodhi Leaf

This art jewelry piece titled The One Bodhi Leaf is inspired by Eastern wisdom and the Bodhi leaf, a symbol of enlightenment, peace and inner clarity. It is crafted with a rare 5.9 carat wild conch pearl, set in 18K gold with delicate handcrafted details. This design follows the ancient philosophy of balancing energy, harmonizing body, mind and spirit, connecting the wearer with positive universal energy. More than just jewelry, it is a unique artwork combining natural rarity, profound Eastern culture and fine craftsmanship, carrying peaceful energy and timeless wisdom with unique beauty.

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Designer: Jingcheng Wu Project Type: Earring Classification: Jewelry Date: Saturday, 26 September 2026

Acacia

The designer was fascinated by the geometrical form of a seed given to him by his daughter and he started the design. In nature, nothing is complete and everything is complete is the first thought one can think when one sees this pair of earrings. The ring has a smooth and beautiful shape, and the precious stones are like the seed coming out from the ground, waving for your attention. It's very unique, the nature, and of course the jewelry.

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Designer: Paloma Sanchez Project Type: Brooch And Necklace Classification: Jewelry Date: Friday, 25 September 2026

Origins

Crafted from 18kt gold using a wax casting technique, the necklace boasts an Anishinaabe Harpoon head 1000 A.D. found in the Great Lakes region, perfectly complemented by the Japanese Akoya pearls and diamonds. Originally used as a harpoon point, this remarkable copper piece is a rare specimen usually found in museums. With a deep respect for history, this jewelry piece breathes new life into ancient treasures. Through the art of jewelry-making, the design represents the will and belief in giving new purpose to valuable artifacts.

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Designer: Margarita Prysiazhniuk Project Type: Kinetic Earrings Classification: Jewelry Date: Thursday, 24 September 2026

Fairies

Fairies is a pair of kinetic earrings inspired by the duality of day and night. The asymmetric duo includes Fairy of the Day, made in white gold with diamond flowers and a hidden emerald heart, and Fairy of the Night, made in blackened gold with a ruby heart, diamond stars and a crescent moon. Both figures have moving legs and individual faces. A 3D model was prototyped in wax and cast in gold, then finished by hand and polished. A total of 403 precious stones were set before the parts were joined. The pair remains light and wearable.

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Designer: Philippe Vergez Project Type: Statement Choker Classification: Jewelry Date: Wednesday, 23 September 2026

The Roaring Lion

The Roaring Lion Choker brings together traditional craftsmanship and modern techniques to create a sculptural jewelry piece. Made of white gold, its faceted lion motif interacts with light to enhance depth and dimension. Strands of Tahitian pearls provide contrast, balancing structure with fluidity. The design process involved extensive research into material composition and wearability, ensuring both visual impact and comfort. More than adornment, the choker reflects personal expression through form, texture, and composition.

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Designer: Mayté Ossorio Domecq Project Type: Contemporary Jewelry Line Classification: Jewelry Date: Tuesday, 22 September 2026

Organic

The Organic line works the fold by means of a rolled and, depending on the case, warped surface. The formal feature that articulates the product line is the cleft, both horizontally and vertically. This involves the transformation of flat geometric shapes (rectangles and squares) into volumetric shapes (slits) by means of straight cross sections and strategic joints at a point. The cleft contributes mainly to the meaning of the concepts of rhythm and organicity.

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