An ode to jewels, goldsmithing and design

Chapter 1

Maison Belmont

We’re at the Geneva home of gemologist Sarah Mugnier and it’s here that she founded jewellery brand Maison Belmont in 2022. The location is important: her colourful townhouse acts as both a home and a showroom. Konfekt’s markets editor for luxury, Brenda Tuohy, stopped by Maison Belmont to find out more about the brand.

Chapter 2

Annoushka Jewellery

One of the fascinating things about jewellery is the personal relationship we have with the pieces. Enter Annoushka, the eponymous fine-jewellery brand by Annoushka Ducas. Her designs are stylish yet playful and colourful, bringing to life pieces that will be worn and cherished forever.

Chapter 3

Le Vian

With roots in Persia, Le Vian is a family company first, and its love for rare gems dates back to its founding in the 15th century. Since then, the family’s passion has only continued to grow and is currently headed up by CEO Eddie LeVian, who still considers himself “the guardian of the jewels.” Konfekt’s Monica Lillis sat down with Eddie to learn more about the brand’s history and its firm mission to provide the world with the most beautiful precious stones.

Chapter 4

Planting a seed

The wild brown olive tree is revered across Kenya as a source of food, shade, traditional remedies and timber. Planting one is an act of hope – and a fitting act of remembrance for someone much missed, as writer Wanjeri Gakuru explains in this month’s final thought.