Modern Vintage

In with the Old

A design that takes its influence directly from the vintage pieces of the Art Deco era is the three-row diamond collection. This placement of gemstones makes a bold, statement-making style, creating the illusion of stacked jewels. The Renee collection uses the rectangular baguette-cut stone, and the large flat surface of the cut provides a sparkling contrast to the round brilliant-cut stones sitting next to it. Our Renee 18-carat white-gold three-row diamond hoops imitate a trio of hoops – the perfect solution if you like the stacked-earring trend but don’t want to commit to multiple piercings. The piece pairs perfectly with our Renee 18-carat white-gold three-row diamond ring. Cocktail rings came into fashion in the 1920s, and their glamorous, extravagant designs remain popular a century later.

Full Circle

Another Mappin & Webb collection that combines various diamond cuts is the Renee mixed diamond circle line. These delicate diamond pieces are inspired by the ‘streamlined’ styles of the post-war period, with clean, simple shapes that are easy to wear and pair effortlessly with any outfit – think Coco Chanel and her classically elegant pieces. The Renee 18-carat white-gold mixed diamond circle drop earrings combine dainty baguette-cut diamonds with brilliant-cut gemstones. This contemporary take on a timeless style sits on a white-gold stud, ensuring the diamonds always face forward and creating a beautiful framing for the face. The halo design is reproduced in a pendant and hangs from a delicate white-gold chain.

Make the Cut

The Art Deco period saw gem-cutters develop new ways to cut and shape precious stones. As a result, intricate settings and ‘mosaic’ designs became more common within the jewellery world. A new genre of bold, geometric shapes was born, and our Renee collection includes many pieces modelled on this style. New this season are our ‘princess-cut’ pieces, which boast a higher carat weight than previous Renee releases. A square or princess-cut stone (shaped to resemble an upside-down pyramid) is admired for its high level of brilliance; the large flat surface provides a window into the facets that create the ‘point’ of the setting, giving beams of reflected light. The pendant, stud earrings and diamond ring all feature a large, glistening, square-cut focal point, framed by four baguette-cut diamonds and four additional brilliant-cut sparklers at each of the four corners. The setting creates the kind of beautiful mosaic-style design that was so popular in the Roaring Twenties – and it’s still capable of stealing the show today.

To see the full Renee collections or to explore more of our Art Deco-inspired collections, head in store to one of our boutiques or visit us at Mappin & Webb online.