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Forbes
3 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Chopard's Wonderful World: Nature-Themed Watches
Chopard Imperiale Four Seasons. Moving Through Time: Chopard's Imperiale Four Seasons Chopard applies its boundless creativity to the well-loved Imperale line with a new take on this time-honored classic: the limited edition Chopard Imperiale Four Seasons. Here, Chopard masterfully blends its penchant for watchmaking and fine jewelry craftsmanship to create a real stunner that comprises sculpted gold, mother-of-pearl marquetry, and diamonds. And while the aesthetics are arresting to say the least, watchmaking offers another opportunity to shine. Inside, beats the in-house developed L. U. C movement, orchestrating 227 components and bestowing 65 hours of power reserve. A rotating disc, indexed to the hour hand, completes a full revolution every 365 days. Its decor is painted mother-of-pearl marquetry, which transforms the miniature tableau into a moving landscape that conjures the cycle of the four seasons on the lower half of the dial. The upper half is embellished with 18-karat white gold sculpted into the image of a lotus flower, which is a recurring motif of the Imperiale. Satin-finished gold petals set off the delicate flower, each with polished gold veins. Open-worked dagger-shaped hour and minute hands add further dimension. The ethical white gold 36mm case is water resistant to 50 meters, and the bezel, crown, and lugs, also in ethical 18-carat white gold, are set with diamonds. The watch has an exhibition caseback for a mesmerizing view of the self-winding movement, operated via a tungsten alloy micro rotor. Four interchangeable alligator leather straps accompany the watch, each suggesting the palette of a season. Themes of Nature The natural world is an important theme for timepieces this year, with many brands showcasing their métiers d'art in a variety of exquisite watch collections. Last spring, Harry Winston introduced its botanical-inspired collection of watches and jewelry using emeralds, pink sapphires, yellow diamonds and more to evoke flowers in bloom. The new Rendez-Vous Shooting Star from Jaeger-LeCoultre offers two new variations this year. The watch, first introduced in 2022, derives its name from a dial design that expresses the effect of a shooting star when activated, here concealed by intricate hand-painted peonies when inactive. The 36mm pink gold pink peony model features a diamond-set pink gold bracelet; 625 brilliant-cut diamonds decorate the watch. The blue peony variation is paired with a shiny blue alligator leather strap; it is set with 189 brilliant-cut diamonds on the case and dial. The watch is fitted with the Jaeger Le-Coultre automatic caliber 734, with 70 hours of power reserve, visible through the exhibition caseback. Vacheron Constantin looks to the heavens with the early-July debut of its Métiers d'Art Tribute to the Celestial series of 12 watches, whose dials are decorated with a hand-guilloche depiction of a zodiac sign and its associated constellation. The 39mm white gold case is decked out in baguette-cut blue sapphires to complement the blue dials, which are in turn set with brilliant-cut diamonds to evoke stars, and the four signs representing human figures (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius and Aquarius) feature opaline details. It takes approximately 16 hours of focused work to create just one zodiac sign for each dial.
Arab News
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Jessica Kahawaty launches jewelry label with her father
DUBAI: Lebanese Australian model and entrepreneur Jessica Kahawaty this week launched her own fine jewelry brand, Kahawaty Jewels, alongside her father, master jeweler Ghassan Kahawaty. For the latest updates, follow us on Instagram @ Based in Dubai, the brand is a continuation of their family's long-standing tradition in jewelry craftsmanship. 'I grew up watching my father in his jewelry trade. I saw how happy he made people when he created these beautiful pieces,' Jessica told Arab News. 'I've always wanted to continue my father's legacy and my grandfather's trade. I felt like this is the perfect time to launch Kahawaty Jewels in Dubai, which is a city I've been in for over 13 years.' For Jessica, building the brand with her father has been a meaningful journey. 'He's the only man I trust when it comes to diamonds and jewelry. He has an impeccable eye for detail and quality,' she added. 'He has the most incredible craftsmanship. So, I learned so much from him, and launching this with my father feels like a true partnership.' A post shared by Kahawaty Jewels (@kahawatyjewels) Kahawaty Jewels debuted with the Octagon collection, a design inspired by the number eight, which holds deep family significance, Jessica said. Jessica was born and her father took over the family business in 1988. The eight-sided motif also symbolizes infinity, Jessica added. Jessica describes the brand's aesthetic as 'incredibly timeless, yet modern and wearable.' She added: 'It is for the woman who loves craftsmanship and loves to feel like she's wearing jewelry that stands out yet, you know, she can kind of keep it for many years to come.' Beyond the Octagon collection, Kahawaty Jewels features additional lines such as Art Deco, Floral and Classic collections, offering a variety of engagement rings, glitzy necklaces and tennis bracelets. Each piece is crafted with GIA-certified natural diamonds sourced globally and produced in ateliers across Sydney, Hong Kong and Dubai. The approach focuses on offering detailed consultations and explaining the craftsmanship behind each piece, reflecting the brand's family-run nature, Jessica said.
