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Some of the world's most coveted luxurious objects

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  • Sparkles come courtesy of Louis Vuitton and Boucheron jewellery – as well as a quirky caviar-holding necklace, Chantal Shafie x Nomad Caviar – while Diptyque’s Vietnam-inspired scent is given a rustic jar and lid
  • Finland’s Marimekko celebrates the 60th anniversary of its classic Unikko print, while chef Yotam Ottolenghi teamed up with Serax for a tableware collection guaranteed to raise eyebrows at your next dinner party

The Swiss luxury brand recently auctioned 11 suitcases, each containing 11 MoonSwatch Moonshine Gold Hong Kong edition watches via Sotheby’s as part of its CSR efforts to support Orbis.

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Omega, famed for its elegant Constellation and De Ville collections, and Seamaster dive watches, continues to innovate with 2023’s Speedmaster Super Racing and the Coaxial Master Chronometer Calibre 1932

Famous couples through history from Napoleon and Joséphine to John and Jackie Kennedy have worn these twin-gem beauties, and today’s A-listers are bringing the tradition back

Cristiano Ronaldo sold his Juan Pablo Molyneux-designed Trump Tower apartment at a loss – but did he just invest in a mansion on Dubai’s Billionaire’s Island?

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Van Cleef & Arpels, Bottega Veneta and Boucheron are among those releasing bold new collections that happily connect with Asian demand for the lucky colour as we welcome the Chinese Year of the Dragon

A-listers and trendsetters are finding new ways to make the stones stand out, eschewing traditional solitaires for stacking or deliberately mismatching pieces in fun ways

The Black Bay and Royal models are much sought-after classics that make ideal gifts for discerning loved ones, presented in auspicious Lunar New Year colours

This year the brand is releasing new Ladybird Saint-Valentin models, with a small seconds indication featuring a heart pierced by Cupid’s arrow – in 2019 there was even a watch inspired by Marilyn Monroe

Most of these elusive stones come from a single mine in Australia … which just closed – no wonder celebs from Blake Lively to Lady Eliza Spencer are fans

The chunky trend is making itself felt as the delicate gem is juxtaposed against heavy metal chains, thick ear cuffs or gold bangles – while more men have taken to sporting pearls on the red carpet

Fancy coloured diamonds in distinctive shapes are capturing increased interest, with yellow diamonds featuring prominently at Haute Couture Week, and Rio Tinto announcing a new Beyond Rare tender

Bucking a trend of more than 200 years – which saw men eschew beautiful adornments – brands like Dior, Hermès and Versace are embracing feminine jewellery for men

In a word, elegance – from classy pearls by Van Cleef & Arpels and Annoushka Ducas, to maximalist Tiffany & Co. and Boucheron cuffs, and glamorous Harry Winston and Chaumet cocktail rings

From Gucci’s embrace of the four seasons and Graff’s Classic Butterfly to Chanel’s iconic camellias, designers are still spellbound by natural wonder

This year Chanel, Boucheron, Chaumet and De Beers all unveiled ingenious detachable pieces that prove once and for all that luxury and versatility can go hand in hand

Encrusted with white diamonds, fancy coloured diamonds and other precious gems – set in 18k gold – high jewellery cuffs, bracelets and bangles might be the ultimate maximalist style statement

As precious metals surge in value, Van Cleef & Arpels is creating new silhouettes in gold, Tiffany & Co. debuted a collection in blackened sterling silver, and Monica Vinader has seen sales of silver pieces go up by 26%

From historic brands and trusted experts to an innovative cufflink specialist and the jewellery debut of a left-field lifestyle brand – clock these striking new pieces quick

High jewellery brooches by artists such as Cindy Chao remain in the ascendancy, with fans including Michelle Yeoh – Hong Kong collectors can view pieces by Hemmerle at The Upper House from November 20

At US$1 million, the new Louis Vuitton bag is only for an elite clientele, but there have been more expensive pieces made over the years – so who designed them and how much did they cost?

Earrings, necklaces, bracelets and rings from the Blue Book 2023: Out of the Blue high jewellery collection enhance your designer outfits, whether it’s a party dresses or simply a denim jacket

Jadeite, pink and blue diamonds are trending at Hong Kong’s Sotheby’s and Phillips autumn auctions – so is now the time to invest, or has the bubble burst?

Lionel Messi, Bad Bunny, Timothée Chalamet and The Weeknd are among the new generation of stars choosing the smaller dials and greater ornamentation of ‘women’s’ timepieces