The 'Love' edit: Luxury jewellery pieces for her this Valentine's Day
Chocolates disappear and flowers eventually die - but these pieces will last her lifetime
By Nicola Watson -
Regardless of how you personally view Valentine’s Day (you may have already rolled your eyes), the fact will remain that she deserves to be made to feel special. Show how much you treasure her presence in your life by swerving the gimmicky cuddly toys (will she really need another?) and deliver something she will want, wear and love forever.
If she is your diamond in the rough, then show her with actual diamonds.
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Can you get any better declaration of ‘I love you’ than a piece of Cartier? We don’t think so either. Especially with their new re-imagined Hearts and Symbols collection. She can layer these up or wear alone for a classical dainty feel. A choice of stars or hamsa and rose or white gold - show your love this coming Valentine’s Day with a pendant she can wear every day, and keep forever.
Hearts and Symbols necklace, pink gold and diamonds $3,450 (pendant only), from Cartier.
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Hand-crafted with brilliant diamonds nestled in an 18K white gold heart, intertwined with a contrasting and delicate 18K rose gold infinity loop, this enchanting and beautiful piece of jewellery melds two symbols of eternal love – the heart and the infinity sign; culminating in a uniquely shaped pendant that sparks love and beauty, making it a truly romantic gift on Valentine’s Day.
Infinite Love by Poh Heng, $680 (pendant only) from all Poh Heng boutiques island-wide.
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Do you wear your heart on your sleeve? Does she? Well how about go the whole way and let her wear your heart on her hand - with this ‘Open Heart’ large 18k gold ring by Jennifer Meyer. It’s a great option for the girl who doesn’t like all that bling but still explores her girly side.
Jennifer Meyer open heart 18-karat gold ring, US$902.62 from Net-a-porter.
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The Timeless Romance Collection is made up of five pieces each features a classic heart-shaped design, the most romantic symbol
of love, and one of the most challenging shapes to perfectly cut. Every jewellery piece from the collection has been impeccably hand-crafted by the Larry Jewelry master jewellers.
The illustrious three stone Heart of Desire Ring is designed for the woman who has over the years demonstrated her devotion as a friend, a companion and a confidant. The 18k white gold ring boasts an outstanding heart shaped diamond at the centre which is embraced by pear-shaped diamonds on each side, enhancing the brilliance of the 1.49 carat heart.
Heart of Desire ring, price available on request from LARRY Jewelry.
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Contemporary and distinctive, the new Lifelong family symbolizes the bond of everlasting love with its chic knot detailing. Subtle twists and turns reimagine the infinite flow of the motif while radiant clear Swarovski crystals are beautifully woven into the design to bring a touch of sparkling elegance to any outfit, day or night. Bolder Lifelong designs include the two-toned cuffand the on-trend double ring which includes Swarovski pavé crystal detailing for added interest and a lot of shine. Opt for the layered look for the perfect mix of easy glamour and low-key cool.
Lifelong cuff, $599 from Swarovski.
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Just because it’s V-Day does NOT mean you have to shower her with hearts and diamonds and cutesy bears and all things potentially cringe. If she is into her style then she’d love these oversized earrings by Alexander McQueen.
Alexander McQueen gold-plated Swarovski crystal and pearl earrings, US$520 from The OUTNET.
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Inspired by the techniques of the Far-East, this collection pays tribute to China and the thousand-years old art of lacquer that has fascinated western artists since the 17th century. The new pigments madder red, vibrant orange and tyrian pink spring from a sentimental palette - the vivid shades, and we love all three bracelets worn stacked together.
Jeux de Liens bracelet in tyrian pink / red / orange lacquer, $1,830 from Chaumet.
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Recognized the world over as a symbol of romantic love and affection, the heart is brilliantly refreshed this season with the new Lovely range of bracelets, necklaces, and pendants. Illuminated with glinting clear Swarovski pavé crystal, the open-heart designs make perfect layering pieces as well as sweet sentiments.
Love heart pendant, $199 from Swarovski.
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