CollectionsJul 06, 2023
Pomellato’s High Jewelry Brings Milanese Inspiration to Paris
The “Couture Dianthus Drop Earrings” featuring 28-carat South African green beryls set in 18-karat gold and anodized aluminum are from David Yurman’s new high jewelry collection, “Genesis.”
Paris—Nature’s intricate shapes are crystallized in David Yurman’s high jewelry jungle.
Presented last week alongside the Parisian haute joaillerie and haute couture presentations, the American jeweler debuted the “Genesis” collection at its Paris flagship location.
“Genesis Couture Dianthus Drop Earrings” with two 15-carat African rubellites set in 18-karat yellow gold with copper, anodized aluminum, and diamonds
While the company has found success with that have mass appeal, its high jewelry offerings represent its most creative, elaborate, and expensive pieces.
Fantastic colors and dynamic shapes are inspired by forms found in nature, from flowers to supernovae.
Various oceanic plants and coral, palm fronds, and spiky dianthus flowers were primary inspirations, expressed in earrings that constitute the majority of the 25-piece collection.
DY Genesis “Couture Monstera Earrings” in 18-karat gold and anodized aluminum with emeralds
In coming months, the company will be add five additional pieces to the assortment, a representative for David Yurman confirmed.
Alongside precious metals, aluminum and titanium create compelling color stories when paired with rare, high-quality gemstones especially reserved for the house’s most unique designs.
Like miniature sculptures, Genesis excels in its finely wrought details.
SEE: David Yurman’s 2023 High Jewelry Collection
High-wattage colors courtesy of rare gems, anodized aluminum, and titanium create a jungle-like feel in the Genesis collection. Pictured are 18-karat white gold, anodized aluminum, copper, and cognac diamond “Dianthus Beetle Drop Earrings.”
Intricate natural forms inspired the collection’s design, like these “Chrysanthemum Earrings” in 18-karat gold with red enamel and 7.26 carats of sapphire pavé.
“Fleurs de Mer Pavé Drop Earrings” in 18-karat white gold and aluminum with 10.5 carats of Panjshir emeralds and 12.53 carats of diamonds
“Dianthus Drop Earrings” in 18-karat rose gold with aluminum and 8.84 carats of diamonds
White diamonds provide a palette cleanser to the colorful designs. Pictured are the “Fleurs de Mer,” or “Flowers of the Sea,” pavé drop earrings in 18-karat white gold with titanium and 9.91 carats of diamonds
"Dianthus Earrings" in 18-karat rose gold, copper, and anodized aluminum with 1.72 carats of diamonds
“Oak Leaf Drop Earrings” in 18-karate white gold with black rhodium, 12.71 carats of blue sapphire and 1.8 carats of diamonds
“Fleurs de Mer Pavé Drop Earrings” in 18-karat white gold and aluminum with 12.5 carats of diamonds
The “Palms Bismarck Frond Pavé Earrings” in 18-karat white gold with aluminum and 7.15 carats of diamonds
President and Chief Creative Officer Evan Yurman, son of founders David and Sybil Yurman, designs the high jewelry collection, which is executed by the company’s most skilled master jewelers.
“The DY Genesis high jewelry collection represents the apex of innovation in design at David Yurman,” Evan said.
“Through the use of materials like aluminum, titanium and precious metals to highlight our most exceptional and rare gemstones, we’re evolving the brand codes of artistry and innovation while staying true to our heritage.”
David Yurman opened its Paris boutique—the company’s first international flagship location—at 245 rue Saint Honoré in spring 2022.
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