Cover With its brushed finish, the new Cartier Love bracelet enhances its design codes (Photo: Courtesy of Cartier)
With its brushed finish, the new Cartier Love bracelet enhances its design codes (Photo: Courtesy of Cartier)
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Uncover the codes and history behind this beloved Cartier masterpiece, as well as how these are honoured in the bangle’s latest refinement
The Love bracelet is undoubtedly one of Cartier’s most quintessential creations, made all the more iconic by its timeless, easy-to-wear design. Conceived by designer Aldo Cipullo in 1969, the close-fitting band physically signifies the union of two lovers. Two rigid arcs form a graceful oval, accented by intentionally visible screws as a stylistic element. Also just as noteworthy is the unique mechanism by which it is fastened—much like love’s enduring nature, two people are required to secure the bracelet using a specific screwdriver.
Such details have made it a coveted jewellery staple worldwide, as much as the ultimate expression of Cartier’s design vision. Of all its codes, the noticeable hardware on the cuff represents the intuition of a jeweller who sees beauty wherever it is and dares to show what others hide. These exposed screws also echo those on the renowned Santos de Cartier watch, which has featured them on its bezel since 1904. At first glance, they mark the Love bracelet, boosting its androgynous charm.
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Above Several iterations of the Love bracelet have been made through the years (Photo: Courtesy of Cartier)
Several iterations of the Love bracelet have been made through the years (Photo: Courtesy of Cartier)
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The Maison now updates its distinctive creation, endowing the yellow gold and white gold Love bracelets with a stunning brushed finish. It’s a subtle addition, though nonetheless alluring. The intricate screw detailing stands out even more on a mattified elliptical band, resulting in a pronounced contrast that unlocks a fresh layer of refinement for this time-honoured icon.
This isn’t new for Cartier. Over the years, the French jeweller has done well to expand the admired collection, having introduced the Love ring in 1978, the Love bracelet in white gold in 1993, and the rose gold version in 2002. A thicker, more open cuff was added to the list in 2008, and so was a lighter, more delicate mini version in 2016. Cartier USA celebrated its centennial with limited editions in 2009, baring a lineup paved with precious coloured stones. With every iteration, certain elements remain: clean lines, elegant proportions and a profound romanticism that never fails to captivate.
Above Love bracelet
with a brushed finish in
white gold, alongside its
specialised screwdiver (Photo: Courtesy of Cartier)
Above Cartier Love bracelets
transcend time and
gender (Photo: Courtesy of Cartier)
Love bracelet with a brushed finish in white gold, alongside its specialised screwdiver (Photo: Courtesy of Cartier)
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Cartier’s legacy of craftsmanship truly speaks for itself, and the new collection is no exception. Here is a symbol of love that is just as enduring, capable of adapting to modern sensibilities while capturing its classic appeal. This statement piece is an enviable increment to anyone’s repertoire; by wearing it, every couple proclaims their love for all to see.
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