As the luxury world embraces the Year of the Snake, designers are incorporating sinuous, serpentine elements into their new collections, from necklaces to watches. This season’s jewelry offerings feature stunning snakeskin patterns and elegant serpent-inspired designs, perfectly capturing the spirit of the occasion. Here’s a look at the captivating serpentine pieces that are making waves in the jewelry world.
Bvlgari: Bvlgari has reinvented the 1950s tubogas technique with their new Serpenti-inspired collection. The distinctive golden stripes, interwoven seamlessly without visible soldering, form a luxurious necklace that sensually coils around the neck, evoking the elegance of a snake’s form.
Chantal Shafie: Chantal Shafie introduces her Medallion Necklace, a beautiful heirloom piece part of her Chinese Zodiac Series. Featuring a 24K solid-gold Hong Kong coin etched with the year 2025 and a snake curled into a figure-eight shape, this piece celebrates the Year of the Wood Snake with timeless elegance.
Bea Bongiasca: Bea Bongiasca’s Baby Vine Rings, known for their vibrant colors, are a standout. This season, a hand-painted glossy Oxblood enamel version with a drop-cut garnet and silver studs on the band brings an earthy, striking interpretation of the serpent theme.
Marei: The Damian Black Onyx Horn Talisman Ring by New York-based Marei draws inspiration from the Devil’s Horn. Featuring two fang-like black onyx horns, this striking piece is hand-carved and polished, designed to ward off evil and offer protection to the wearer.
Lito: Lito’s Nereid diamond earrings feature two clear blue teardrop-shaped topazes designed as snakeheads, with scales rendered in brilliant-cut diamonds and white gold. These earrings capture the mesmerizing beauty of a serpent, perfect for the Year of the Snake.
Cartier: Cartier’s new XL Clash de Cartier bracelet and necklace feature bold, oversized pink gold studs and beads. The sinuous design is achieved through meticulous hand assembly, requiring nearly 50 hours of work, blending modern design with ancient serpent symbolism.
Chow Tai Fook: Chow Tai Fook’s collaboration with Chinese contemporary artist Han Meilin brings the Gold Snake Bangle of Infinite Wealth to life. Symbolizing wealth, wisdom, and courage, this bangle is an exquisite reminder of the powerful energy of the snake, designed in pure gold.
Damiani: Damiani’s Eden Collection, inspired by the curves of the snake, features sleek serpentine designs in white gold, pink gold, and diamonds. The collection offers an elegant option for those looking to incorporate the essence of the snake into their Lunar New Year wardrobes.
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