The Black Prince's Ruby in the Imperial State Crown is really a spinel. Here is how red spinels passed as rubies for centuries, and how science told them apart in 1783.
Apple Martin's Chloé debut, Natasha Lyonne at Vivienne Westwood and Rihanna's diamond anklets: the famous faces of Paris Fashion Week SS27.
After quiet neutrals, AW 2026 runways put saturated colour and tactile brocade front and centre — here is what the press is saying.
How Chanel's 1926 'Ford' dress, mourning cloth and servant uniforms shaped the little black dress — and why it still works as a blank canvas for jewellery.
Autumn 2026 jewellery is moving toward statement earrings, sculptural metal and colourful stones, while quiet classics still hold their own. A balanced look at the season's trends.
A short history of emeralds in jewellery, from Egypt's ancient 'Emerald Mountain' to the engraved talismans of the Mughal court.