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the color of a stone or the shape of a jewel evokes an emotion .”
Once again , Pomellato breaks the rules of high jewelry , presenting modern , vibrant designs for the woman of today . Iconic Milanese style codes shine through 19 parures , crafted with precious gems . Fluid shapes , cabochon cuts and graphic prong settings showcase each stone ’ s natural beauty , delivering wearable yet timeless works of art . This collection features two chapters : “ Milan ’ s Monochromatic Treasures ” and “ Milanese Color Prism ”.
MILAN ’ S MONOCHROMATIC TREASURES
The quietest side of Milan is characterised by an aesthetic that relies on refined design , discreet details and a subtle use of color – almost monochromatic . An example of this very Milanese aesthetic is the Planetario designed by Portaluppi in which strict lines embrace some classical details enlightened by stars sculpted in tone on tone . With this very spirit Castaldo created 23 high jewelry pieces that encode subtle details and an unexpected color palette suspended between day and night .
MILANESE COLOR PRISM
The most flamboyant side of Milan is often expressed with the use of unprecedented color combinations , just like in the creations of Gio Ponti . Here , gems take center stage in an interplay of hue and light . Fuchsia spinels , electric blue tanzanites , lush green tourmalines . In this second part of the collection , Pomellato selects the most vivid and rare gems of nature to create pieces that radiate pure chromatic joy . Irregular , organic cuts and unexpected combinations reflect the artful irreverence of Milanese design .
With this collection , Pomellato captures the true spirit of Milan , immortalizing the city ’ s beauty and dynamism in the most precious materials . It is a demonstration of the unbreakable bond between Pomellato and Milan . “ In combining these two apparently opposite faces of Milan — one concrete , the other intangible , each with its own character — this high jewelry collection gives us a true , in-depth , multidimensional view of the city ,” Vincenzo Castaldo , Creative Director of Pomellato , says in conclusion .
ISSUE 65 2024 THE ART OF LUXURY