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by Charlotte Wannebroucq · CNE Accredited Gemmologist

TWEED BY CHANEL SHINES ON THE VENDOME SQUARE

The tweed, an emblematic symbol of the Chanel house, is here meticulously worked on, embroidered, pleated, and enhanced to its fullest extent. Patrice Leguéreau skillfully exploits the subtleties of monochrome and polychrome, capturing the texture and fluidity of the tweed in every piece.
Charlotte Wannebroucq, CNE-certified expert gemmologist
Founder and Editor-in-Chief
Updated on September 13
Updated on 13 September 2023
Tweed Royal necklace in yellow gold, white gold, diamonds and rubies. 1 pear-cut diamond 10.17 ct D FL Type IIa. © CHANEL
TWEED

TWEED BY CHANEL, The precious brilliance of an iconic textile.

This year, the house of CHANEL unveils an exceptional collection that fuses timeless elegance with bold creativity., TWEED BY CHANEL. Thus, for the second time, the talented designer Patrice Leguéreau immerses himself in the world of tweed. This time to create a range of 63 pieces of clothing. high jewelry in a rare splendor. Through this collection, he realized his dream of bringing to life a glittering tweed adorned with sparkling precious stones.

Tweed Solaire ring © CHANEL
Tweed Solaire Ring
Imperial topaz marquise cut, diamonds, topaz and beryl.
© CHANEL

It must be said that the tweed, the emblematic symbol of the Chanel house, is here meticulously worked on, embroidered, pleated and sublimated to its fullest extent. Patrice Leguéreau skillfully exploits the subtleties of monochrome and polychrome, capturing the texture and fluidity of the tweed in every piece. In other words, the hand-woven fabric transforms into a tableau of exquisite details.

The collection TWEED BY CHANEL It consists of five chapters. Each one celebrates a unique facet of tweed and pays tribute to five icons dear to Gabrielle Chanel. Thus, the white ribbon, the rose camellia, the comet on a blue background, the yellow sun, and the lion enhanced with a flamboyant red take on life. Undoubtedly, the creative process pushes the boundaries of craftsmanship. Jeweler, Integrating gold, pearls, and precious stones into creations of exceptional beauty. The settings highlight each precious stone, while gold and platinum threads intertwine to create delicate hinges and joints. Giving remarkable flexibility to each piece. Then, the tweed, airy and random, comes to life with delicate fringes and patterns. While a graphic and symmetrical structure forms a true fabric. Jeweler.

Tweed Brooch with Powdered Diamonds and Pink Sapphires. © CHANEL
Powdered Tweed Brooch
Diamonds and pink sapphires.
© CHANEL

The most significant example is the necklace Tweed Royal. This marvel expresses the craftsmanship, creativity, and excellence of the high jewelry by CHANEL. It should be noted that the yellow gold frame of the plinth, very elaborate and adorned with a chain, is studded with diamonds and magnificent rubies. The lion’s head, in its center, can be worn as a brooch or necklace on the plastron. The magnificent diamond Pear of 10.17 carats D FL Type IIa, the crown of which can be detached to be worn on a ring.

In other words, with the collection TWEED BY CHANEL, Patrice Leguéreau pushes the limits of jewelry creativity by reinterpreting tweed in an unexpected and sumptuous way. This Beautiful House It continues to captivate with its timeless heritage and its ability to evolve with audacity.

 

 

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Charlotte Wannebroucq, CNE-certified expert gemmologist
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Charlotte Wannebroucq

Gemmologist expert, member of the CNE-Art, and expert in signed jewelry. Twenty-five years of experience at the heart of Parisian jewelry, between the Carré Rive Gauche and Place Vendôme.
She signs the decryptions of collections, the analyses of stones and the estimates published in Esprit Joaillerie. Each piece commented on is examined in person, in the workshop, in the sales room or in the showroom.
  • Expertise

    Gemmology and signed jewellery

  • Member

    CNE-Art

  • Experience

    Over 25 years in Parisian jewellery