Mikimoto produces exceptional luminous pearls. It should be noted that in 1893, Kokichi Mikimoto successfully created the world's first cultured pearls. Since then, the Maison has continued to sublimate pearls to honor its founder’s dream of adorning the necks of all women in the world with pearls. It is important to note that the quality of a pearl is evaluated based on several criteria. These include its size, shape, and color. Furthermore, the thickness of the nacre is a key factor because it determines the luster of the pearl. Thus, the Akoya cultured pearls selected by Mikimoto are of the highest quality. It should be noted that each pearl is unique, even though they come from the same ocean or the same species of shellfish. In this context of excellence, countless hours of work and dedication are required to assemble a single necklace of pearls.
The story begins where it all began for Mikimoto. In this quest, initiated more than a century ago, to reveal the full beauty of cultured pearls. Today, this research takes on a new dimension.
It was during a charming event that these high-quality pieces of jewelry were presented, bringing together Place Vendôme celebrities such as actress Michelle Yeoh and actor Song Wei Long. Founded in 1893 by Kokichi Mikimoto, the house is renowned for having created the world's first cultured pearls. Since then, it has continued to fulfill its founder's dream: to adorn women's necks with magnificent pearls.
Every year at the beginning of summer, Paris transforms into a dazzling showcase, hosting the Haute Jewelry Presentation Week alongside the Fashion Week. This eagerly awaited period sees the greatest jewelers from Place Vendôme and international houses compete with virtuosity to present their creations.
Mikimoto, the famous Japanese jeweler, is celebrating its 130th anniversary this year with an stunning collection of high-end jewelry titled Praise to the Sea.
Esprit Joaillerie is back at Place Vendôme to share a very beautiful week of Haute Joaillerie 2021 presentations. Between craftsmanship and innovation, the jewelry has been presented one after another, each more dazzling than the last. One of the highlights of this week is dedicated to innovation, with the Boucheron House. Indeed, many emotions and glances are […]
And if the most beautiful pearls in the world were hidden in Pline’s book. By visiting certain literary works, we can enjoy the description of beautiful gems or beautiful jewels. In this regard, let us turn to the naturalist writer of the 1st century, Pline. He describes the pearls in the first great encyclopedia known, the Natural History, […]
The beautiful high jewelry event of the week 2019. As every year, the great jewelers of Place Vendôme present exceptional pieces.
The most beautiful high jewelry collections of 2018 to discover. It should be noted that the high jewelry presentation week in Paris takes place at the very beginning of July. It is the event where the jewelers unveil their latest creations. It is thus an opportunity to discover extraordinary stones and exceptional jewelry. First of all, the Boucheron house. Its new collection is a […]
The wonderful splinters of the windows of Place Vendôme. Esprit Joaillerie could not end this 2017 year without a nod to Place Vendôme. After all, the windows of Place Vendôme fascinate me from a very young age. So I asked my grandmother to take me there to see the jewels. These windows […]
Happy New Year. Place Vendôme is a beautiful time when the windows of Place Vendôme are even more wonderful. On this occasion, Esprit Joaillerie shares with you the windows of Place Vendôme from the end of 2016. So, let the magic take place as you stroll under the stars, between dream and reality in […]
In their latest publication, The Pearl Necklace, Assouline Editions highlight the pearl necklace. It is worth mentioning that at a time when everything is sophisticated, the sobriety of the pearl necklace remains a classic. This jewel is timeless. Moreover, it is surrounded by myths and legends; it is also a symbol of […]
