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The new Net-a-Porter collection is a continuation of J ’ aime , and features pieces that have all been handcrafted by skilled artisans . Quality and craftsmanship are hallmarks of all House of Meraki designs , and these are no exception .
The timing of the launch is no coincidence , with emerald month providing the perfect backdrop to celebrate the exquisite beauty and rarity of emeralds – which are rarer and often dearer than colourless diamonds . Gemfields has unearthed some of the world ’ s finest emeralds from its Kagem mine in Zambia and is something of an expert on these beguiling and coveted gemstones .
Emeralds are versatile and bring a pop of colour and fun to any ensemble . They can be worn in a variety of ways , mismatched or stacked , subtly or in a statement piece . They must be cared for well – cleaned and stored appropriately and not scratched by harder stones . It is important to choose the right gemstone by following a few simple rules : look for evenness of colour and good saturation ; view the gem in daylight for the most accurate appraisal ; buy only from a trusted source committed to responsible practices ; look for something that has rarity value , but above all , a buyer should choose the gemstone that they really fall in love with .
House of Meraki x Gemfields ‘ J ’ aime ’ Collection ranges from GBP 995 for the “ Aria Mini Studs ” to GBP 2480 for the “ Mia Studs ” and is available on : Jewelry and Watches | | NET-A-PORTER | www . net-a-porter . com
Issue 59 2023 THE ART OF LUXURY