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<p>In a world where self-expression is celebrated, what better way to showcase your unique style and personality than through bold accessories? From statement pearl necklaces to vibrant scarves and colourful bags, accessorizing can elevate your outfits and make a powerful fashion statement and inspire you to step outside your comfort zone.</p>


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<p><strong>From left top to right:</strong><br>Toucans de Paradis scarf by Hermès<br>Viv’ Choc Summertime Mini Bag in Fabric by Roger Vivier<br>Tulipomanie scarf by Hermès<br>Cohralise patent-leather ombré pumps by Giuseppe Zanotti</p>


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<p><strong>From top to bottom:</strong><br>Dulcis Multicolored Candy Goldtone plated necklace by Swarovski<br>Dulcis Multicolored Candy Goldtone plated hoops by Swarovski<br>Dulcis Multicolored Candy Goldtone plated bracelet by Swarovski</p>


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<p><strong>From top to bottom:</strong><br>Rainbow Belt by Shiatzy Chen<br>Heart-shaped metal sunglasses by Gucci<br>Sequined Patches shoulder bag by Tom Ford</p>


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<p><strong>From top to bottom:</strong><br>Iconic Top Handle with airbrush by Ferragamo<br>Pride Fleece Sweatshirt by Ralph Lauren<br>Multicolor Fringes Towel by Loewe</p>


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<p><strong>From top to bottom:</strong><br>Norvina Pro Pigment Palette Vol. 3 by Anastasia Beverly Hills (Sephora Exclusive)<br>Rose Coup Foudre by L’atelier Parfum (Sephora Exclusive)<br>Cherry Treat Conditioning Lip Oil by Fenty Skin (Available at Sephora)<br>Jel-Fit Tints by Amuse (Sephora Exclusive)</p>



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Love Out Loud: Accessorise the bold way


<p>Hong Kong is known for its bustling shopping scene and is a popular destination for those in search of high-quality jewellery. With a plethora of options available, it can be overwhelming to choose the right brand. In this article, we’ve compiled a list of the top jewellery brands in Hong Kong that are renowned for their exquisite designs, superior craftsmanship, and exceptional quality. Whether you’re in search of a statement piece or something more subtle, these brands have got you covered.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Qeelin</h3>


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<p>The backbone of <a href="https://qeelin.com/en/home" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Qeelin’</a>s designs is deeply rooted in giving a contemporary twist to traditional symbols thus holding on to the Chinese heritage and also being in the likes of the modern consumers. For instance, one of Qeelin’s iconic collections is the Wulu which is significantly inspired by Wu Lu (or Wu Lou) which represents prosperity and positive vibes in Chinese culture. The brand is also known for its playful pieces of bijouterie like the Bo Bo Gang collection which has a diamond-embellished panda as the focal point.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Niessing</h3>


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<p>Marrying the Bauhaus philosophy of design with the concept of minimalism is this jewellery brand <a href="https://niessing.com/en-HK/?0=%5B%5D" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Niessing</a> with a rich history spanning up to 150 years. Through these 15 decades, it has continuously stayed true to its craftsmanship by creating jewellery pieces like tension rings, as Niessing calls them Spannrings, that maintain the mark’s design DNA while also appealing to the modern crowd. Beyond this, Niessing is known for its unique range of colours, including about 15 shades of gold and its newest addition a rose gold one named Supla Grenadine, that have all been created through alloying. Such a diverse range of colours in combination with the many design options allows people to create bespoke ornates.</p>



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<p class="has-text-color" style="color:#ba1414">Also Read: <a href="https://igafencu.com/articles/rose-gold-jewellery" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rose Hip: The lasting allure of rose gold jewellery</a></p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Cindy Chao &#8211; The Art Jewel</h3>


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<p>Described as vividly artistic in nature, Taiwanese jeweller <a href="https://www.cindychao.com/en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cindy Chao’s The Art Jewel </a>has heavy influences from both Eastern and Western techniques. It is appreciated for its unique jewellery designs that are a result of its creative process that begins with a two-dimensional layout of the jewel which is followed by the lost-wax casting technique to form a three-dimensional sculpture thus resulting in the brand’s standout 3D jewelleries. This particular style of craftsmanship is also reflected in the brand’s latest collections – Black Label Masterpieces and White Label Collection – especially in one standout piece, the Cabochon Colombian emerald-centred Spring Cardamom Brooch.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Austy Lee Art Jewellery</h3>


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<p>Rooted in creating vintage-inspired jewels that also look edgy, <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.austyleeartjewellery.com/" target="_blank">Austy Lee Art Jewellery</a> is a brand that focuses on creating unique pieces of jewellery that cater to fashionable people. As Austy Lee Jewellery precisely puts it, the designs from the brand are “psychedelic.” Moreover, with its founder having a strong connection with jade, the brand has many earrings, necklaces, rings, and more that feature jade gemstones in them. In fact, there is even a collection named Jade Dynasty that has jade as its main attraction.</p>



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<p class="has-text-color" style="color:#ba1414">Also Read: <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://igafencu.com/articles/all-about-jadeite-symbol-wealth-status" target="_blank">All About Jadeite: A Symbol of Wealth and Status</a></p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Kajal Naina</h3>


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<p>As a recipient of the prestigious A’ Design Award and Competition, <a href="https://kajalnaina.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kajal Naina</a> is a jewellery brand that tries to narrate a story through every single ornament. The jewellery makers here pay attention to every single detail – every stone and every carving – so that the result is nothing but an enticing ornament that will easily catch people’s attention. As its founder explains, the purpose of these pieces of jewellery is not just to elevate a person’s beauty but also their spirit. Moreover, Kajal Naina is particularly known for its collection of pearl necklaces with zodiac symbols.</p>


From Classic to Contemporary: The Best Jewellery Brands in Hong Kong

<p>Over its 100,000-year-old history, the pearl has embodied countless avatars, be it lustrous beads gracing designer <a href="https://www.chanel.com/hk-en/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Coco Chanel</a>’s ensembles or inexpensive plastic varieties sold in flea markets a dime a dozen.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-50087 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/700x466-Dec_Jewellery_B_opt.jpg" alt="pearl" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/700x466-Dec_Jewellery_B_opt.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/700x466-Dec_Jewellery_B_opt-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/700x466-Dec_Jewellery_B_opt-421x280.jpg 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/700x466-Dec_Jewellery_B_opt-120x80.jpg 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/700x466-Dec_Jewellery_B_opt-500x333.jpg 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/700x466-Dec_Jewellery_B_opt-400x266.jpg 400w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/700x466-Dec_Jewellery_B_opt-600x399.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<h4>&#8220;With each pearl being unique, variations in lustre, colour, shape and texture determine their value.&#8221;</h4>
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<p>In fact, while natural pearls were once considered so valuable that pirates would kill seafarers to loot them, centuries of overexposure and cheap knock-offs led these underwater gems to become extremely unfashionable and an <a href="//www.gafencushop.com/lifestyle-x/accessories/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">accessory</a> best-suited to frumpy septuagenarians. Fortuitously, however, the passage of time has revived the popularity of these gossamer gems, both in their natural and artificial forms.</p>
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<p>It is mainly thanks to the scientific endeavours of Japanese entrepreneur Mikimoto Kokichi that saltwater cultivated pearls today enjoy almost the same allure as their far scarcer, naturally-occurring cousins. There are three main types of harvested pearls: the Pinctada fucata – from which small, round, extremely coveted Akoya pearls are derived; the Pinctada maxima – that gives us large, lustrous South Sea pearls; and the Pinctada margaritifera – that produces black Tahitian pearls. However, as each pearl is as unique as a fingerprint, variations in lustre, colour, shape and texture determine their value, with perfectly round, blemish-free, lustrous, rare-hued pearls commanding the highest prices.</p>
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Winning Beads: Lustrous, lovely pearls…

<p>For decades, pearl jewellery was considered the height of femininity but the bivalve baubles used to be considered pretty butch and it seems that with the expansion of the male jewellery market more men are snapping up these precious Pacific beauties.</p>
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<p>We have evidence of pearls being worn by Song dynasty Chinese rulers as early as 2300 BCE. They&#8217;ve also long been a favourite of the Indian Maharajas. Julius Caesar, meanwhile, actually passed a law declaring them for aristocrats only. In England, they were often given loose to Tudor knights who would carry them into battle as a good luck talisman, and Charles the First was even famously beheaded while wearing a pearl pendant earring in one ear. So when did the pearl lose its rough, tough reputation and become so much more associated with dainty necklaces to be clutched at by feminine fingers?</p>
<p><figure id="attachment_40622" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-40622" style="width: 466px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-40622 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/3-6-e1542079522817.jpg" alt="Pearls" width="466" height="700" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/3-6-e1542079522817.jpg 466w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/3-6-e1542079522817-200x300.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/3-6-e1542079522817-186x280.jpg 186w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/3-6-e1542079522817-120x180.jpg 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/3-6-e1542079522817-400x601.jpg 400w" sizes="(max-width: 466px) 100vw, 466px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-40622" class="wp-caption-text"><em>A young Charles I sporting the pearl earring he would eventually wear at his own beheading</em></figcaption></figure></p>
<p>It was when the Japanese perfected the art of growing and harvesting perfectly round pearls in a way that was much more efficient and cost-effective than ever before, that pearl jewellery took off with the masses. Jewellers adapted the gems to suit the ever changing fashions of the twentieth century, from the long pearly strings of the twenties to Dali’s signature mouth brooch with pearl teeth. But it was with the rise of film starlets wearing pearls that turned them into a gemstone more associated with women. As men bulked up into beefcakes for the screen they began to turn their backs on delicate soft-hued pearls.</p>
<p><figure id="attachment_40620" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-40620" style="width: 700px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-40620 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/2-10.jpg" alt="Pearls" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/2-10.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/2-10-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/2-10-421x280.jpg 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/2-10-120x80.jpg 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/2-10-500x333.jpg 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/2-10-400x266.jpg 400w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/2-10-600x399.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-40620" class="wp-caption-text"><em>Starlets like Grace Kelly (Left) did a lot to feminise pearls. Dali got rather more creative with the gems with his famous &#8220;mouth brooch&#8221; on the right</em></figcaption></figure></p>
<p>But the times, they are a’changin, and once again men seem to be returning to pearl jewellery. Ever since Pierce Brosnan appeared on the cover of Vanity Fair wearing a single Tahitian pearl on a leather thong, the pearl’s potential has opened up from the tribal to the tailor-made.&nbsp;Most recently, American musical acts A1 Bentley and Pharrell Williams have made public appearances – decidedly unshy about their predilection for pearls – wearing multiple statement strings at once and typically opting for iconic white pearls over darker, understated colours.</p>
<p><figure id="attachment_40626" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-40626" style="width: 700px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-40626 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Pearls.jpg" alt="Pearls" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Pearls.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Pearls-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Pearls-421x280.jpg 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Pearls-120x80.jpg 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Pearls-500x333.jpg 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Pearls-400x266.jpg 400w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Pearls-600x399.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-40626" class="wp-caption-text"><em>Left A1 Bentley, Right Pharrell Williams both sporting strings of white pearls.</em></figcaption></figure></p>
<p>If the idea of A1 Bentley’s flapper strings is a bit much and you’d prefer to ease yourself in to pearl jewellery, then consider smaller, more subtle pieces like cufflinks or tie pins. Or make like Brosnan with a single statement pearl as part of a more masculine design. Give the men&#8217;s marine jewellery trend a whirl with these pearly designs, all available at <a href="https://www.1stdibs.com/">1stdibs.com</a> .</p>
<p><figure id="attachment_40624" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-40624" style="width: 700px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-40624 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/4-5.jpg" alt="Pearls" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/4-5.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/4-5-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/4-5-421x280.jpg 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/4-5-120x80.jpg 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/4-5-500x333.jpg 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/4-5-400x266.jpg 400w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/4-5-600x399.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-40624" class="wp-caption-text"><em>Left: Versatile Spinel South Sea and Tahitian Pearl Gold Extra Long Necklace. Top right: Art Deco Diamond, Platinum and Mother of Pearl Cufflinks, Carrington, circa 1920. Bottom right: Tahitian Black South Sea Pearl White Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring.</em></figcaption></figure></p>
<p><em>Did you know:</em></p>
<ul>
<li>A natural pearl takes six months to form</li>
<li>Although white pearls are the most popular, they can be found naturally in seven different colours</li>
<li>The global yearly diamond yield is ten times greater than that South Sea pearls</li>
</ul>
<p><em>Text: Alice Duncan</em></p>


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