THE JOY OF JEWELLERY GIVING, RECEIVING OR CHOOSING SOMETHING FOR Y O U R S E L F – I T ' S A LWAY S A P L E A S U R E . BY PAUL HENDERSON Over the centuries, from the time of the pyramids and Aztecs through to now, jewellery has played an an important role in our lives. This is still true today. Jewellery is used to mark almost every significant event including engagements, weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, graduations, Valentines, Mothers Day and Fathers Day - even a loved ones passing. These occasions are just a few of the reasons we want to give, receive and wear jewellery. But perhaps the most important reason for jewellery is simply the pleasure it gives.
EARRINGS ARE THE PERFECT GIFT – NO PROBLEMS WITH SIZE – THESE 'SWIRL' EARRINGS IN GOLD LOOK PARTICULARLY LOVELY WHEN MOVING IN THE LIGHT. THEY ALSO REFLECT THE DESIGN OF THE HANDCRAFTED GOLD 'MONROE' WATCH SHOWN ON THE RIGHT, MAKING FOR A BEAUTIFUL PAIRING.
This is the biggest sector of the market and has grown significantly over the last 30 years in line with the number of women who are working and have independent means. Master Jeweller Glenn Curtis of Bairnsdale based studio Curtis Australia says he has noticed a significant shift. Women are choosing their own jewellery to enjoy, express their personality and to put some sparkle and bling into life.
At the same time design trends have become more varied. From designs derived from nature to others inspired by different periods of art history, such as Art Deco, there's a wide range. 'Often, after a design consultation we can combine several elements into a very personal 'one of a kind' ring or piece of jewellery' says Glenn. This approach can be seen from a number of the ideas and the finished jewellery shown here. Designing jewellery to suit someone specifically takes years of training, and the art of listening to clients is a vitally important part of that experience.
DIAMOND & SAPPHIRE ‘DECO’ RING
A PENDANT FULL OF SIGNIFICANCE; THE NUMBER OF LEAVES AND GUM NUTS HAVE A PERSONAL MEANING WHILE A TREASURED LOCK OF HAIR IS HIDDEN WITHIN. IT'S THROUGH CAREFUL THOUGHT AND IMAGINATION THAT WE CAN WEAVE IN SPECIAL SIGNIFICANCE TO A PIECE OF JEWELLERY, SOMETHING THAT WILL BE TREASURED AND HELD CLOSE FOREVER.
Special jewellery brings great and lasting pleasure. It's often said that jewellery is one of the most personal things one can have, and it's one of the few things we are able to pass on to the next generation, knowing it will last.
LOOKING FOR A MORE PLAYFUL TAKE ON A WEDDING RING, WE WORKED WITH THE CLIENT TO CREATE AND HANDCRAFT THIS TRULY UNIQUE PIECE. PURPLE SAPPHIRES ACCENT THE BANDS OF WHITE DIAMONDS, ADDING A CAPTIVATING SPLASH OF COLOUR.
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