July 2014 79 www.bahrainthismonth.com france in bahrain The piercing brilliance of some of the finest quality diamonds meets the raw charisma of onyx in Van Cleef & Arpel’s Cosmos collection. This play of light and shadow is classic and elegant and complements any look. Like an amulet, the designs of this collection blend naturally with the jewellery house’s emblematic lucky motif — the Alhambra. Cosmos onyx creations are like graceful talismans. Their delicate corollas blossom against the neckline, the wrist or the hand. The Cosmos between-thefinger ring displays its signature petals, illustrating the delicate creativity that Van Cleef & Arpels is known for. Adding an ultimate touch of refinement to the dark stone creation, a diamond petal glitters in the sun. Cosmos pieces in onyx beautifully match the playful charms or the elegant Alhambra talisman timepieces in white gold. Dark beauty Considered to be a part of Venus’ body, onyx has been a much sought-after material since ancient times. Mainly found in Brazil, it has a remarkable deep black colour and an extremely polished surface, which shines like a mirror. The onyx used for the Cosmos collection has been chosen for its special brilliance. The deep lustre of this material is accentuated by the brilliance of diamonds. Considered to be a girl’s best friend, they stand for eternity and brighten your fingers, wrist, neckline and ears. The word ‘diamond’, which comes from the Greek word ‘adamas’, means invincible. A crystal of pure carbon, its hardness, transparency and sparkle have fascinated mankind across civilisations throughout history. Whether as a symbol of heroism, a talisman to fend off danger or as a harbinger of long life, this precious stone has often been associated with protection, purity and immortality. Van Cleef & Arpel selects its diamonds as per the strictest criteria, only using certified stones with D, E or F colour and IF, VVS1 or VVS2 clarity. They give the creations their exceptional brilliance. Call 17 131-122. Shadow and Sparkle ASIA JEWELLERS The iconic petals of this jewellery line perform a delightful duet of light and shadow in its latest collection.
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