10 stellar pieces from the Chanel 1932 high jewellery exhibition in Singapore

Anchoring Chanel’s entire 1932 high jewellery collection is the incredibly versatile Allure Celeste necklace. With the ability of being worn 12 ways, it allows the wearer to transform the piece for every occasion and traces a new map of the skies. The most expensive piece the maison has ever made, it stars three heavenly bodies: the star, the moon, and the sun, the sparkler also boasts an exceptional 55.55-carat Burmese sapphire of a deep intense blue.

With a dazzling radiance unlike any other, the Soleil 19 Aout necklace impresses with a spectacular Fancy Vivid Yellow cushion-cut diamond in D IF and weighs in at an extraordinary 22.10 carats. A first for Chanel, the presentation of such a large Vivid coloured diamond above 20 carats is bound to make the wearer the star of the party. Inspired by the sun, its rays are perfectly spotlight the central stone to reveal the piece’s full beauty.

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The second most expensive piece in the entire collection, the Comete Volute necklace is a total stunner. Illustrating a swirling comet, the piece plays on the astrological phenomenon’s symbolism as a paragon of boldness. Creating the illusion of moving light, the Comete Volute necklace features paved and openwork areas, baguette-cut diamond chevrons and round diamonds, and along with its tail, gives the instant impression of acceleration.

In a daring move, Leguéreau has managed to breathe new life into how the moon is perceived with touches of orange and yellow for this pair of Lune Solaire earrings. Achievable by only mixing several tones of gold and yellow diamonds, it allows the piece to exude radiance and brilliance. At once youthful and stylish, the earring showcases two Fancy Intense Yellow pear-cut diamonds, at 2 carats each, hanging from a moon and the star—both perfectly matched in shape and color.

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Christened with a lucky star, the Lune Talisman bracelet reveals a delicate crescent moon in slumber. Incredibly feminine, this piece exudes light and levity as the moon hangs in a line of close-set diamonds. And between the star set atop the moon and the central diamond set in the hollow of the moon motif, the contrast between forms is otherworldly—creating just the perfect balance.

When we think of Chanel, we think of the maison’s incredible relationship with brooches. And in the realms of high jewellery, these accessories naturally get the elevation they deserve with the most precious of diamonds. This Lune Eternelle brooch from the 1932 high jewellery collection is no exception. Incredibly playful, it is also unconventional in form yet subtle enough to be worn with ease. The delicate details of the star and moon motifs, along with the rocket, all speak of the Leguéreau’s wit and creativity.

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In what Tatler Singapore would describe as conceptual and abstract, the Black Australian Opal of 34.78 carats in this stellar Comete Volute brooch is what dreams are made of. Reminiscent of a clear night sky punctuated with stars as far as the naked eye can see, the blues, blacks and fires from this piece’s rare focal point also requires a lot of technical expertise when it comes to the construction as it is incredibly fragile—making it an instant precious commodity. The three stars are also a nod to the original Bijoux de Diamant pieces.

The perfect union of Leguéreau and the late great Madame Chanel’s sensibilities, the Comete Volute brooch emphasises on style and comfort; as the notions of freedom is reflected in the way this bracelet unfastens. Opening and closing very easily, the clasp is at the front and uses a “snap” system of release. The madame’s love for monochrome and Leguéreau’s desire for the comet to be in motion birth a piece that is at once modern, edgy and versatile—perfect for both formal and casual occasions.

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Harkening to the sun and the dynamism of its rays, the beams are fine and concentrated. Full of fiery passion, the gradient of colours in the paved diamonds also perpetuates the idea of movement as if the glowing rays are emanating from within. The perfect candy for your fingers, this piece is also a total statement maker. With no use of red in the original Bijoux de Diamants collection created by Madame Chanel, Leguéreau’s team at the creation studio wanted to honour her spirit with this interpretation that boasts rubies.

Imagine a sun in motion. This was the basis that helped inspire the design of the Soleil Contraste necklace. A dazzling tribute to the open necklaces from the original Bijoux de Diamants collection, this piece boasts a symmetry unlike any other—with two suns that perfectly mirror each other. And with the late great Madame Chanel’s imagining of the jewellery of an emancipated woman, the necklace also offers great flexibility, movement and versatility—with the ability of wearing it not only on your neck, but as a brooch too.

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