Van Cleef & Arpels Modernizes Its Perlée Collection with a Dazzling Update

Explore the striking new enhancements to the Perlée collection from the French jewelry maison.

While Van Cleef & Arpels is renowned for its distinctive Alhambra four-leaf clover, I believe the Perlée collection deserves recognition as one of the understated treasures of the French maison. Its term translates to "beaded" in English and has been featured in the house's jewelry since the 1920s, utilized to accentuate valuable stones and enhance designs. However, it was not until 2008 that the modest design motif received significant recognition, evolving into a comprehensive line characterized by orderly arrangements of beads crafted in yellow, white, and rose gold.

Currently, the Perlée remains a source of inspiration with its enduring designs and subtle IYKYK implications—what I appreciate about this collection is its lack of overt branding; nonetheless, for those who are aware, it immediately signifies membership in an exclusive community.

Let us discuss the recent improvements to the Perlée collection: The newly announced diamond designs from June are a sophisticated enhancement that will wow any member of the Van Cleef & Arpels clientele. The five-row diamond bracelet now incorporates uneven diagonal lines of diamonds juxtaposed with golden beads, providing a visual reinterpretation of this opulent classic. Individuals favoring colored gemstones may acquire a rose gold variant adorned with rubies or a yellow gold variant featuring either sapphires or emeralds.

Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée diamonds bracelet, 5 rows, in rose gold with diamonds

May we take a moment to commend the new Perlée diamonds pair ring? It showcases an interlocking design with an inner band of mirror-polished gold—a hallmark of Van Cleef & Arpels—and an outer band adorned with round diamonds on an openwork framework; both bands exhibit the distinctive beads of the Perlée collection along their margins. Available in yellow, white, and rose gold, it serves as an ideal alternative for couples seeking a more striking option than a conventional band for their vows.

Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée diamonds duo ring in yellow gold with diamonds

The Perlée diamond earrings are a remarkable new creation, featuring two magnificent halos of diamonds encircled by the collection's distinctive beads and suspended from individual incandescent diamond-encrusted domes. The design evokes previous creations from the maison, notably the 1997 Tartelette earrings, crafted from yellow gold, white gold, and platinum adorned with diamonds, however revitalized for a contemporary audience.

Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée diamonds earrings in white gold with diamonds

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