Words Annabel Davidson

Aug 1, 2024 | thedenizen.co.nz | Annabel Davidson |Words Annabel Davidson

So often on the red carpet — be it at an awards ceremony or an international film premiere — it’s the dress that steals the show. Think of Gwyneth Paltrow’s baby pink Ralph Lauren confection that she wore when accepting her Best Actress Oscar for her role in Shakespeare in Love in 1999, or Sharon Stone’s perfectly combined Vera Wang skirt and her husband’s white shirt in 1998, and you’d be hard pressed to remember who designed the jewellery.

Jul 18, 2024 | thedenizen.co.nz | Annabel Davidson |Words Annabel Davidson

Forget your previous perceptions, donning a tiara, regardless of your regal stature, has become both an appealing fashion trend, and a respected power move by women holding seats at boardroom tables. In Chaumet’s Place Vendôme, Paris, headquarters, their hôtel particulier at No.12 is an array of salons dedicated to the company’s heritage, culture, and high jewellery workshops.

Jul 11, 2024 | thedenizen.co.nz | Annabel Davidson |Words Annabel Davidson

In February, Cartier unleashed its iconic Panthère, along with more than 300 exquisite pieces of High Jewellery, upon Sydney, for the first exhibition of its kind Down Under.

Jun 6, 2024 | thedenizen.co.nz | Annabel Davidson |Words Annabel Davidson

Swarovski, the heritage Austrian brand best known for their crystal products, are bringing their first lab grown diamond collection to New Zealand, with a campaign that is everything you’d expect from Creative Director Giovanna Engelbert; enticingly bold and confident, and fabulously over the top. But don’t let that scare you.

May 30, 2024 | thedenizen.co.nz | Annabel Davidson |Words Annabel Davidson

Horologists across the globe make annual pilgrimages to the numerous watch industry’s showcases of their finest new timepieces. Here, we explore the new and the noteworthy launches from the world’s most desirable watchmakers. Okay, maybe it’s not the warmest colour, but blue faces definitely made their mark across the board this season, with stellar examples from TAG Heuer, Rolex, Breitling, and Seiko. Feel like you're missing out? Be the first to know about what's new & noteworthy.