16 French jewellery manufacturer will attend the.Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair (September 15th to 17th):
- 3 gemstone and pearl dealers and 1 jewellery manufacturer participating at the Asia World Expo from September 15th to 19th in Grand Hall and Hall 8,
- 12 jewellery manufacturers will be present at Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Center (September 17th to 21st) gathered on the French Pavilion in Hall 3F.
From daily jewellery to unique richly set pieces, from the simplest to the most precious, French collections boast a multitude of styles and shapes. Nature (flowers, leaves, animals) and the elements (earth, water, air, fire) remain the privileged sources of inspiration as do ancient civilisations, faraway lands and eastern influences.
Two trends coexist: one celebrates fine, light and discreet minimalistic jewellery, the other richly set models in generous sizes and shapes, toying with multiple colours.
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- Brigitte Ermel
Patterns and styles are very different: motifs, set or not, appliqués, fine-cut, openwork, lacing, meshwork, scrolling, spirals, enamelling, bows, arabesques, graphic and very linear shapes, stylised monograms… White metal (platinum, gold, silver) is still important but pink gold is a big hit as is, to a lesser extent, yellow gold. Fine and precious stones and their inexhaustible palette of colours, varied sizes and diverse settings also encourage fabulous creations, as do pearls, mother-of-pearl, onyx, coral and other materials (crystal, lacquer, resin, ceramic, etc.). Modular, interchangeable and customisable jewellery or jewellery to create oneself is delighting men, women and girls.
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- Callistorea (left) & Lydia Courteille (right)
Rings take on voluptuous and varied shapes, adorned with large central stones, cabochons, flower motifs, wide scrolls, geometric shapes, set or not… Wedding bands and rings in white, yellow or pink gold, worn by themselves or together, set with white or black diamonds, precious or fine stones in subtle colours, and braided rings are particularly in favour.
Flexible or rigid, bracelets are also opting for diversity: wide solid cuff-bracelets, bracelets with openwork (arabesque, scrolls, lace effect, spirals) set or not, fine chains peppered with various motifs, stones and pearls, chains decorated with charms, shank bracelets, wrap-arounds…
Necklaces and pendants also celebrate variety with different volumes, links and chains, colours, shapes and motifs.
Chandelier earrings made of cascading stones, long low-hanging earrings, large round, square or wavy hoops, sleepers, set or not, are also highly sought after. Children are the subject of special collections with suitable lines, cute models, soft and fun (flowers, animals, favourite heroes or objects, etc.).
Men’s jewellery takes on a huge range of shapes, styles and materials that are adapted or based on the passions and personality of their wearer.
