Hello everyone. Today, I'd like to introduce you to a jewelry remodeling project suitable for a special day.
About six months ago, we received a consultation from a customer who had a strong desire to create absolutely perfect jewelry for an important day, one where they would play a significant role. On that day, which would gather many guests, the customer was given a special task by the host. We did our utmost to respond to their passion.
The customer brought in a cabochon-cut emerald necklace and loose emeralds inherited from their mother. While the necklace was beautiful as it was, the customer came to us with a specific design in mind.
Before remodeling (photos above)
As many of you know, the late Princess Diana of the UK was a 20th-century fashion icon renowned not only for her fashion but also for her jewelry styling. Her emerald choker necklace, in particular, was one of her signature pieces. It was given to Queen Elizabeth by an Indian princess in 1911 and passed down to Princess Diana by the Queen upon her marriage. The customer, who engages in global activities and grew up in the UK, felt an affinity for the royal family and had a special attachment to that choker.
Inspired by that choker, we remodeled her existing necklace. The original necklace had the central emerald set vertically, and there was a noticeable contrast between the decorations around the emerald and the chain part. Taking these points into consideration, we proposed a design that matched the loose emerald and earrings we had previously remodeled for her.
Choker after remodeling (photos above)
The finished choker features the central emerald set horizontally, with a beautifully balanced arrangement of surrounding diamonds. We added a touch of glamor using the same daisy motif as the earrings, maintaining the essence of the original necklace while harmonizing the overall balance. The sparkle of the gold further enhances the emerald green, resulting in a sophisticated style.
Choker after remodeling (photos above)
The customer praised our work, saying, "This is exactly what I had envisioned." And on that important day, she graced us with a beautiful appearance, wearing the emerald choker we crafted and a green evening gown tailored to match it.
Thank you very much for allowing us to help transform your precious jewelry into a masterpiece suitable for such a special occasion.
See you in the next blog.
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Emerald Choker Necklace
Necklace
Metal: K18YG
Gemstones: Emerald, Diamond
Production Period: Approximately 3 months
Design: Kanae Omori