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Wednesday, 14th July 2004 (6448 views)

Next generation fine jewellery designers are making a big impact on the jewellery sector by using unusual methods, stones and shapes.<BR/><BR/>Whilst larger jewellery houses such as Tiffany are still successful, the next generation jewellers appear to dare to go that little bit further, according to Lucire.<BR/><BR/>Among the innovative jewellers making a mark on the sector at the moment are Brazilian jewellery line H.Stern, Christian Tse, Carolyn Tyler and Elizabeth Locke.<BR/><BR/>Typical creations use 18 or 22 carat yellow or white gold, bright colours such as pink, blue, yellow and green and an array of precious stones.<BR/><BR/>One designer Christian Tse is reportedly inspired by real life and makes jewellery based on forms such as ruffled necklines or teardrops.<BR/><BR/>Typical innovative items include jewelled handbag shaped charms, animal inspired brooches, mesh necklaces and twisted metals. <BR/><BR/>With more consumers wanting unique pieces, the designs which appear to be inspired by rainbow colours are proving very popular.<img src="http://directnews.dehavilland.co.uk/dn.gif?feedid=196&itemid=3026613"/>

 

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