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by Charlotte Wannebroucq · CNE Accredited Gemmologist

MESSIKA ILLUMINES THE AWAKE

Valérie Messika shares with emotion her memories of parties that lasted until dawn, moments when the first rays of the day embrace the last stars of the night. It is this magical transition that fuels the creation of jewelry designed to capture this unique blend of light and darkness.
Charlotte Wannebroucq, CNE-certified expert gemmologist
Founder and Editor-in-Chief
Updated on October 31
Updated on 31 October 2025
MESSIKA Collier Midnight Sun Opus II White Midnight Sun set © Sébastien Coindre
MESSIKA MIDNIGHT SUN II

The Maison Messika Illuminates the Dawn with Midnight Sun II

The second opus of the collection Midnight Sun continues to affirm the avant-garde spirit of Messika. Inspired by the fleeting moment when night gives way to the light of dawn, Valérie Messika, As artistic director, she immerses us in an exploration of contrasts and chiaroscuro. This new collection skillfully plays with the themes of duality and opposition, intriguing and luminous. Each piece is an invitation to the magic of a starry night that awakens to the promise of the day.

Collier MESSIKA Midnight Sun Opus II Lunar Diva set © Sebastien Coindre
MESSIKA necklace
Midnight Sun Opus II Lunar Diva set
© Sébastien Coindre

Valérie Messika Sharing with emotion his memories of celebrations that lasted until dawn, moments when the first rays of daylight embrace the last stars of the night. It is this magical transition that fuels the creation of jewelry designed to capture this unique blend of light and darkness. The pieces in this second opus reflect this fascination, featuring remarkable innovations, notably the sparkling snow-set diamonds. These mesmerizing creations sculpt light, revealing a subtle harmony between brilliance and mystery. Among the marvels is the necklace from the jewelry White Midnight Sun Dressed in 2,400 diamonds in a snowflake setting. At the center of this composition, a superb pear-shaped diamond adds a solar note. This masterpiece marks the mastery of the Maison, requiring nearly 300 hours of meticulous work. This other necklace Lunar Diva, Reinterprets the emblematic Solar Diva, It transforms into a constellation of diamonds. It is an ode to the starry night lit by a large emerald-cut diamond.
Valérie Messika Also offers a new take on the classic Diamond River with the set Diamond Frequencies. The diamond-studded light capsules create a striking rhythm, playing with contrasts and volumes.
Valérie is also known for her bold style; with her, the diamond is made to look modern. The set Groove and So Move Max They mark this boldness with XXL designs. The masterful choker and long necklace feature retro-chic and modern mesh. Thus, Valérie Messika manages to revisit her signature codes by creating graphic and powerful pieces, making Move a true jewelery sculpture.

With Midnight Sun II, The House Messika It continues to affirm its avant-garde status. The creations captivate with their light, duality, and brilliance. It’s a beautiful invitation to the magic of a starry night.

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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