by Mirella Haddad
 
For the fourth consecutive year, renowned French jewelry brand Van Cleef & Arpels partners up with Design Days Dubai, the leading fair in the Middle East and South Asia dedicated to collectible and limited edition furniture and design objects. This year, the house of Van Cleef & Arpels presents “Timeless Design” exhibition for high-end jewelry, which features iconic and innovative pieces from Pierres de Caractère – Variations collection, in addition to a selection of rare pieces from Van Cleef & Arpels’ line.  
 
The name of the exhibition “Timeless Design” was inspired by Pierres de Caractère – Variations collection launched by the luxury French jewelry house in celebration of its centenary and honors the love story between Estelle Arpels and Alfred Van Cleef. This year, Van Cleef & Arpels is paying tribute once again to the beauty of gems and their different shades. Also celebrating Jacques and Claude Arpels’ safaris in quest for exceptional gems in the 60s and 70s, this exhibition is a fusion of luxury, creativity, expertise and elegance.  



Baia Verde necklace is considered the most beautiful item from ‘Pierres de Caractère -Variations’ collection. It combines the house’s expertise in jewelry making and exceptional gems. Featuring 5 stones of emerald with a total of 33.29 carats, this necklace is made of white gold and fully set with diamonds and emeralds, along with emerald beads.
 

 


Made of white and red gold, Perles Mysterieuses necklace is set with round-shaped diamonds, baguette-cut sapphires, turquoise stones and cultured white pearls. 
 

 


Rayons Précieux necklace and earrings come in yellow gold set with round-shaped diamonds. It reflects the colors of the sun through a mix of yellow diamonds and sapphires, in addition to pear-shaped mandarin stones that come in the color of vibrant orange.