In part two of our guide to 2021's grandest high jewellery collections, prepare to be whisked away to fantastical worlds with these one-of-a-kind creations
The best of high jewellery pushes the boundaries of our imaginations, offering a respite from the mundane by transporting us to fantastical worlds filled with the rarest of gems. In this definitive two-part guide by Tatler, we explore the most breathtaking collections the world of high jewellery has to offer, as well as the inspirations behind these masterpieces.
1. Graff Tribal
Deep in the desert, a girl danced around a night fire. Taking some glowing embers, she threw them high into the air, where they magically transformed into stars, illuminating the pitch-black night, like diamonds in the sky. These words, taken from an ancient folk tale entitled The Girl Who Created The Stars, set the scene for the drama of Graff’s Tribal high jewellery collection. The story, told via these jewels, is divided into three chapters—Graff Gateway, New Dawn and Night Moon— each a scintillating exploration of the subtle connection between mankind and the earth. The poetic tale does a brilliant job of bringing to life the magical quality of these jewels, even though they obviously do not require further assistance in dazzling our senses.