Rubeus Milano
The Russian power couple, Nataliya and Viktor Bondarenko, who have made quite a name for themselves in high fashion and accessories under the label Rubeus Milano have now ventured into the realm of high jewellery. Taking inspiration from the Russian Empire and gemstones native to their country, the first collection under the new vertical is titled ‘Rubeus Imperial Alexandrite Collection’.
Designed by the mastermind Frédéric Mané and sculpted to life by jewellery artist Jothi-seroj, the collection revolves around the dynamic colour-changing personality of the Alexandrite gemstone and can be transformed into various looks and pieces. Divided into two ranges – the Imperial Set and the Eternal Set – they are the very first collection in the history of jewellery making that features Russian Alexandrite as the hero gem.
The Imperial Set, made in white gold and black titanium, centres around the largest Alexandrite (69.37 carats) and is accented by rose cut diamonds along with hot pink and grey spinels. The Eternal Set has a more feminine approach with a central rock crystal rose that is paired with diamonds, sapphires, and tanzanites.