Floral jewellery may be all the rage at the moment, but floral motifs have always had pride of place in jewellery. Indeed, flowers are a favourite source of inspiration for the greatest jewellery houses. With their romantic overtones, they are accompanied by profound symbolism. Flowers recount and recall moments in life and childhood memories. They have fascinated designers from some of the world's greatest houses, and have become icons in the world of jewellery. Discover the stories behind these jewellery flowers and marvel at them.
"Fortunately, there are flowers said Christian Dior. The rose, Monsieur Dior's favourite flower has inspired many of his creations and given the name to several of his collections. the House of Dior. Like a tribute to nature itself, its crystallised flowers become eternal, in a style full of life and poetry created by Victoire de Castellane.
The camellia, so dear to Gabrielle Chanel, has become the emblem of the house. Gabrielle Chanel loved the camellia and chose it as her symbol. A simple and pure flower, sober and geometric, all round. A certain feminine classicism that can be found in many of Chanel's creations. Chanel jewellery creations. Chanel flower jewellery highlights the camellia by making it imposing and graphic.
The four-leaf clover is featured in the Alhambra collection by Van Cleef & Arpels. The clover has become a symbol of the house, symbolising luck and happiness. Flower jewellery Van Cleef & Arpels pay tribute to Jacques Arpels, nephew of the house's founders, used to pick four-leaf clovers in his garden and give them as good luck charms.
Flower jewellery has always been at the heart of trends, but each house has chosen its signature flower. Each flower reflects the values of a house: the passion of love for the Dior rose, the simplicity of the camellia without perfume or thorns for Chanel, and the luck of the Van Cleef four-leaf clover.
When you buy flower jewellery from these jewellery houses, you'll be wearing a piece of jewellery that's rich in meaning, high in quality and timeless. So don't wait any longer and let yourself be tempted by the purchase of second-hand luxury jewellery !
Flower jewellery: floral inspiration in jewellery
Floral jewellery may be all the rage at the moment, but floral motifs have always had pride of place in jewellery. Indeed, flowers are a favourite source of inspiration for the greatest jewellery houses. With their romantic overtones, they are accompanied by profound symbolism. Flowers recount and recall moments in life and childhood memories. They have fascinated designers from some of the world's greatest houses, and have become icons in the world of jewellery. Discover the stories behind these jewellery flowers and marvel at them.
The Dior rose
Dior
Dior Rosewood Bracelet
Dior
Rose Pré-Catelan PM Dior ring, T50
Dior
Dior Rosewood Ring, T50
"Fortunately, there are flowers said Christian Dior. The rose, Monsieur Dior's favourite flower has inspired many of his creations and given the name to several of his collections. the House of Dior. Like a tribute to nature itself, its crystallised flowers become eternal, in a style full of life and poetry created by Victoire de Castellane.
Chanel camellia
The camellia, so dear to Gabrielle Chanel, has become the emblem of the house. Gabrielle Chanel loved the camellia and chose it as her symbol. A simple and pure flower, sober and geometric, all round. A certain feminine classicism that can be found in many of Chanel's creations. Chanel jewellery creations. Chanel flower jewellery highlights the camellia by making it imposing and graphic.
The Van Cleef & Arpels four-leaf clover
Van Cleef & Arpels
Vintage Alhambra 1 motif pendant Van Cleef & Arpels
Van Cleef & Arpels
Vintage Alhambra Crystal 20 Motifs Necklace Van Cleef & Arpels
Van Cleef & Arpels
Sweet Alhambra 16 Motifs long necklace Van Cleef & Arpels
The four-leaf clover is featured in the Alhambra collection by Van Cleef & Arpels. The clover has become a symbol of the house, symbolising luck and happiness. Flower jewellery Van Cleef & Arpels pay tribute to Jacques Arpels, nephew of the house's founders, used to pick four-leaf clovers in his garden and give them as good luck charms.
Flower jewellery has always been at the heart of trends, but each house has chosen its signature flower. Each flower reflects the values of a house: the passion of love for the Dior rose, the simplicity of the camellia without perfume or thorns for Chanel, and the luck of the Van Cleef four-leaf clover.
When you buy flower jewellery from these jewellery houses, you'll be wearing a piece of jewellery that's rich in meaning, high in quality and timeless. So don't wait any longer and let yourself be tempted by the purchase of second-hand luxury jewellery !
Flower jewellery in the spotlight
Rose Dior
History and Symbolism of an Eternal Flower
Alhambra Van Cleef & Arpels
The story of an icon
The Camellia by Chanel
History of an emblematic flower
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