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April 1, 2015
Van Cleef & Arpels' New Jewelry Collection
Van Cleef & Arpels
A Story Inspired by Paris
Van Cleef & Arpels' New Jewelry Collection
Van Cleef & Arpels shines a light on its birthplace, Paris. The city, both traditional and enchantingly captivating, serves as the backdrop for a playful, poetic narrative in this new jewelry collection, launching on June 1st.
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The collection's concept is "Journée à Paris" (A Day in Paris). Against a backdrop of black lacquer, turquoise, lapis lazuli, coral, white mother-of-pearl, and diamonds bring to life romantic and whimsical characters.
The Emotion of "Romance à Paris": Love, Affection, and Happiness
The "Romance à Paris" collection is a lyrical ode to Parisian romance. It tells the universal story of encounters between men and women, the blossoming of passion, and the purity of emotion.
The "Romance à Paris" long necklaces (sautoirs), pendants, and bracelets are adorned with delicate characters crafted from white gold, lapis lazuli, turquoise, white mother-of-pearl, and diamonds.
These precious material characters embody the specialized craftsmanship of the Van Cleef & Arpels ateliers.High JewelryEmploying the finest techniques, their handcrafted expressiveness beautifully highlights a racing heart, clasped hands, and loving gazes.
Romance à Paris Bracelet | ¥640,500
Romance à Paris Sautoir (Long Necklace) | ¥1,417,500
Romance à Paris Pendant | ¥378,000
The Dynamic and Playful "Mercredi à Paris" Collection
In Paris, Wednesday is children's day. This collection tells the story of Parisian children rushing out of school on a Wednesday afternoon to play in the park.
Small, lively characters crafted from pink gold, three types of coral, white mother-of-pearl, and diamonds.
The scenes of children playing with colorful balloons are rendered with astonishing realism through the Maison's extensive techniques, inviting the wearer into a world of imagination and fantasy.
Mercredi à Paris Bracelet | ¥672,000
Mercredi à Paris Sautoir (Long Necklace) | ¥1,680,000
Mercredi à Paris Pendant | ¥409,500
The "Journée à Paris" Collection Expressing the Happiness of Parisians
Journée à Paris Ring in pink gold | ¥640,500 / Journée à Paris Ring in white gold | ¥672,000
Journée à Paris Ring
The "Journée à Paris" rings depict the fulfilling and exciting day of a young Parisian woman. Against a black background, cut-out friezes in pink or white gold recreate, in a joyful and carefree, dreamlike manner, the many adventures she experiences on the streets of Paris.
Journée à Paris Poetic Complication Watch
A stroll through the mythical landmarks that characterize Paris, the City of Light. Imagine being captivated by the Eiffel Tower at dawn, enjoying the sunlight in the Tuileries Garden, or leisurely spending time in the Place Vendôme. The Journée à Paris Poetic Complication Watch captures all these moments. This high jewelry watch is a poetic tribute to the legendary places and scenes that have inspired Van Cleef & Arpels, celebrating youth, love, imagination, and poetry, while honoring the enduring charm of Paris. It is this Parisian allure that allows Van Cleef & Arpels to transform fleeting time into the art of living – l'art de vivre.
This collection is also a lyrical ode to the legendary places and scenes that have inspired Van Cleef & Arpels, celebrating youth, love, imagination, and poetry, while honoring the enduring charm of Paris. It is this Parisian allure that allows Van Cleef & Arpels to transform fleeting time into the art of living – l'art de vivre.
Van Cleef & Arpels
Tel. 03-3569-0711
www.vancleef-arpels.com