The Most Stunning Jewelry Moments of 2024: A Curated Selection by Hannah Silver

From surreal designs to artist-inspired collaborations and fluid high jewellery, the past year in jewellery has seen it all. Here are some of our favourite jewellery moments of 2024.

Hedi Slimane Translates Jean Arp's Sculptures into Jewellery Pieces for the Celine Bijoux d’Artistes Project

Image credit: Jean-Marie Binet

German-French sculptor Jean Arp's ephemeral sculptures inspired Hedi Slimane for the Celine Bijoux d’Artistes Project. The latest iteration pays homage to Arp's work, particularly his biomorphic shape, Ptolémée II, which beautifully balances solidity and space.

Wild Beauties: High Jewellery Dripping with Drama

Image credit: Photography: Melanie + Ramon. Jewellery / writer: Hannah Silver. Fashion / set stylist: Lune Kuipers

High jewellery collections for 2024 have focused on showcasing the rarest gemstones, with colour palettes ranging from muted to vibrant hues.

‘It Is Always a Pleasure to Surprise’: Inside Lagos-Based High-Jewellery House Akano Diamonds

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Founder Akunna Nwala-Akano expresses her passion for design and gemstones, emphasizing their transformative power and elegance.

‘Given Hip-Hop’s Roots in New York, the Chance to Tell This Story in This City Is Very Special’

Image credit: © Atsuko Tanaka, courtesy AMNH

The Ice Cold: An Exhibition of Hip-Hop Jewelry showcases the intersection of hip-hop culture and jewellery, featuring iconic pieces and artists.

Venyx Translates Man Ray’s Sensual Symbols into Surrealist Jewellery

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Inspired by Man Ray, designer Eugenie Niarchos creates a jewellery collection reflecting his surrealist symbols.

Lugano’s Versatile High Jewellery Pieces Are Too Good to Save for Special Occasions

Image credit: Theresa Marx

Lugano champions unique designs that are perfect for everyday wear, breaking the formal mold of high jewellery.

Jessica McCormack and the Haas Brothers’ Playful Jewellery

Image credit: Jessica McCormack x Haas Brothers

This collaboration brings a playful irreverence to fine jewellery, with designs inspired by natural motifs.

African Jewellery Designers Marrying Heritage with Sharp Design Codes

Image credit: Courtesy of the designer

The African jewellery market is thriving, driven by a new appreciation for locally produced luxury items.

Alighieri Marks Ten Years with Ten Jewellery Classics

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Founder Rosh Mahtani celebrates ten years of Alighieri with a collection that captures deep personal sentiments.

Cora Sheibani Celebrates Unexpected Diamond Cuts in a New Jewellery Collection

Image credit: Photography: Neil Godwin at Future Studios for Wallpaper. Art direction: Sophie Gladstone*

Cora Sheibani’s latest collection, Facets and Forms, showcases her bold aesthetic and respect for design and craftsmanship.