17 October 2024 |
1) TOTALLY TUBULAR:
BVLGARI
Bulgari’s Tubogas design—its name refers to the corrugated pipes used for transporting pressurized gas in the 1920s—has appeared on everything from Serpenti watches to necklaces, cuffs, and earrings since its launch in 1948. And now new pieces have been added, in the form of four bracelets and a diamond encrusted collar. To celebrate, New York City is playing home to Bvlgari Studio, where artists have been invited to reinterpret the maison’s signature designs through music, film, and more. bulgari.com
2) ART SHOW:
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS
Jewelry lovers who like their gems with a side of history will want to pore over The Van Cleef & Arpels Collection (1906-1953). The first of two volumes, it’s an overview of the house’s early years, featuring nearly 700 jewels, precious objects, and timepieces, and 200 archival documents. From the 1936 Flower brooch that adorns the cover to the collar worn by Egypt’s Queen Mother in 1939, there’s plenty to catch the eye. Out now. vancleefarpels.com
3) MADE TO MOVE:
COS
No one does elegant wardrobe staples better than Cos. For the brand’s fall Atelier collection, its design director, Karin Gustafsson, was inspired by ballet and ergonomic movement. In black, plum, brown, sage, and emerald, the pieces reflect a softer take on tailoring, with fabrics like double-faced wool and soft leathers taking center stage. Find the line in stores from October 14.
4) MADE IN THE (ITALIAN) SHADE:
BRUNELLO CUCINELLI
Solomeo, home to Brunello Cucinelli, is an idyllic, sun-dappled retreat—and yet the brand only recently began to dabble in eyewear. In its second collaboration with EssilorLuxottica, a new series of made-in-Italy shades that combine craftsmanship with luxurious materials, you’ll find the Iconic Meridian style, featuring metal elements inspired by the HQ’s local heraldry, and Aurora Ancestry (above), with a trim that nods to the monili beading the brand is loved for. brunellocucinelli.com
5) MY, MY, MY!:
DIOR
Cannage, the geometrical pattern seen on the guests’ Napoleon III–style chairs at Monsieur Dior’s first show in 1947, was a natural starting point for the house’s artistic director of jewelry, Victoire de Castellane, when it came to her new My Dior collection. The mainstay motif is reflected in its rings, earrings, and bracelets, evoking not just cane but also mesh and ribbons, and is presented in yellow, rose, and white gold—with a sprinkling of diamonds too, of course. dior.com
6) NEW YORK COOL:
DKNY
The year 1989 was a good one, and not just for Swifties. For DKNY that was when the brand was founded, so for its 35th anniversary it’s releasing a capsule collection inspired by New York City (natch) and its archives. Pieces range from statement coats to cropped puffers to basics with a splash of glitter, all in a palette of black, white, and gray punctuated by pops of red and yellow. In other words: modern dressing for the urban sophisticate. dkny.com
7) SMALL COMFORTS:
GUCCI
After riffing on the Gucci Jackie bag, Sabato De Sarno set his sights on the brand’s Marmont style… Introducing the GG Milano, a top-handle piece with a puffy silhouette that debuted on the fall 2024 runway. The name pays tribute to the city that inspired it and reflects De Sarno’s new chapter in life. Finished off with the emblematic double-G hardware, it’s Italian glamour at its best. gucci.com
8) BEVERLY HILLS HIGH:
GIVENCHY
Good news—Givenchy has now got a permanent LA spot: an 8,000-squarefoot, Frank Lloyd Wright–designed building on North Rodeo Drive, where interior-design touches include restored floors, ceilings, and fireplaces and archival fabrics like the tiger print Hubert de Givenchy used at home. Devotees can also delight in the ready to- wear and accessories, including exclusives like the Rodeo Drive Mini Antigona Lock bag, and prepare themselves for the VIP salon and experiences area coming next year. givenchy.com
9) A BONE TO PICK:
TIFFANY & CO.
Back in 1974, a jewelry designer by the name of Elsa Peretti signed on at Tiffany & Co., and in the 50 years since, her creations, including the Mesh bracelet, Bean pendant, and Open Heart motif, have become synonymous with the brand. To honor this milestone, the year-long celebration includes the release of the Bone and Split rings, designs that will swiftly become modern-day classics themselves. tiffany.com
10) SOFT POWER:
PRADA
Minimal and slouchy, the Aimée is the new girl in Prada’s faultless lineup of bags. The soft-grain hobo draws its influence from the clean lines of the Nineties and has a strap that will take you from over-the-shoulder to crossbody. it’s the simple answer to your fall wardrobe needs. prada.com
