6 Questions: Valérie Messika, Jewellery Designer
The ‘Black Hawk’ high jewellery collection by Messika
Valérie Messika grew up playing with precious stones. Her father, Andre, was renowned in the diamond industry for decades, but at the age of 25, Valérie discovered a niche in the market: everyday, wearable diamonds. She founded her eponymous brand around this ethos and Messika has since become a favourite amongst celebrities with stores across the globe. Here, we speak to the designer about fashion, Parisian style and designing for men
Valérie Messika by David Ferrura
1. What’s your most cherish piece of jewellery"
When I was young, my grandmother, who is one of the most amazing women I have ever met, gave me one of her rings. It is a pear shaped 9.30 carat diamond, it is my favourite piece of jewellery. Follow LUX on Instagram: the.official.lux.magazine
2. How much attention do you pay to trends"
I am a real fashion lover! I get my inspiration from a lot of things, at all times? but fashion and haute couture are one of my biggest sources of inspiration. I find inspiration by walking the streets in Paris and looking at people?s attitude and style. I admire the Parisiennes; they look so chic but always in a very minimal and trendy way.
Pieces from the ‘Desert Bloom’ high jewellery collection by Messika
3. What makes a piece of jewellery timeless"
To be timeless, a piece of jewellery must be a mix between classic and contemporary, but always with a twist of modernity.
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