THE STONE AGE

THE NEW

HEIRLOOM

While inherited jewellery tells the stories of the past, the new heirloom is about today: Who you are, what you like, and the pieces you want to pass down. Here, we round up the most covetable jewels to add to your collection.

A modern heirloom is a touch of classic but with a modern twist. It’s not just creating something brand new, but updating the traditional.

—KATERINA PEREZ

There is a new irreverence for diamond jewellery, an ability to use it differently. For example, a brooch may now be attached to a handbag, creating an object of desire.

—NONITA KALRA

Bracelet, Hazoorilal Legacy.

There is a changing attitude towards jewellery. People are wearing jewels and diamonds every day and styling them in new ways. Classic pieces are now worn with an oversized T-shirt and ripped jeans. Fine jewellery is no longer put away as precious assets, to be worn on special and rare occasions only.