GUCCI is paying tribute to Italian gardens with its new high jewelry collection, called Labirinti. “The new collection draws inspiration from the extraordinary beauty and harmonious symmetry of nature,” said CEO Jean-François Palus . “The collection celebrates the intrinsic elegance found in every aspect of life, incorporating elements that evoke the tranquillity and purity of the natural world.”
“Labirinti” is the Italian word for labyrinth and the collection revolves around three themes — symmetry and ordered beauty, geometric splendor and blooming nature, the latter including dainty dragonflies — and features a total of 140 one-of-a-kind pieces.
Palus said high jewelry “remains key for Gucci. Since entering this segment in 2019 we have consistently infused our unique brand essence into crafting distinctive collections that epitomize creativity, exceptional quality and masterful craftsmanship through the exploration of increasingly precious stones and refined designs.”
Palus characterized the brand’s high jewelry customers as “a sophisticated global audience, spanning from North America to Asia. Our primary focus is on building emotional connections with our clientele above all else.” For this reason, Gucci in the future plans to “continue to organize high-end events on a global scale, selecting unique locations
A statement cuff features a 5.93-carat Colombian emerald and five diamonds adorning a linear pattern of pavé diamonds evoking the brand’s G signature logo. A necklace is centered around a 56.37-carat oval-cut green tourmaline, its strong saturation yet nuanced tones enhanced by a sprinkling of 11 additional tourmalines in a range of complementary hues.
Rubellite and tsavorite jewels compose a floral bouquet and a necklace juxtaposes a floral bloom with a linear chain featuring a discreet G logo. The jewel dangles with a 28.07-carat spinel, paired with an array of tourmaline rubellite beads and pear-cut tsavorites.
The geometric splendour theme is seen in a necklace with a 3.25-carat lagoon tourmaline and an Ethiopian opal of 19.68 carats, framed by mandarin garnets and opals in a strong and linear, diamond-set design.
Aquamarine and tourmaline jewels show an intricate labyrinthine pattern. A three-strand necklace studded with shrub-like Paraiba and darker green tourmalines culminates in a 62.58-carat octagonal-cut Santa Maria aquamarine from Brazil.
A matching bracelet with a 35.69-carat aquamarine, a 10.76-carat aquamarine ring, and a pair of earrings echo the aesthetic scheme. The dragonfly stands out in brooches with tanzanites, Paraiba tourmalines, white diamonds emeralds, and diamonds.
A necklace stands out with a 113.35-carat green tourmaline, one of the collection’s most important gemstones. The tourmaline can be detached and worn as a different jewel.
Gucci last year unveiled its high jewelry collection at Palazzo Settimanni, the brand’s historical archive in Florence. The natural changing colors of the four seasons informed the collection, which was called Allegoria.
GUCCI new ‘Labirinti Gucci’ high jewelry collection Ravello 2024
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