BLOOMING BEAUTIES
Inspired by the beauty of local blossoms, HABIB presents an Eden of sparkling treasures at the latest Diamond Festival, writes kiran pillay.
Inspired by local blossoms, Habib presents an Eden of sparkling floral treasures at the latest Diamond Festival
With over 60 years of experience and artistry, Habib is a household name synonymous with homegrown jewellery-making and heritage luxury. As the expert in the art of celebrating the beauty of diamonds, the company passionately pursues efforts to educate and inspire the public to discover a deeper appreciation for the precious gemstone. Campaigns like the Diamond Festival feature exclusive, one-of-a-kind collections at palatable costs.
This year, the designers at Habib sought a soft and feminine approach to the hardest known mineral on earth – unifying two contrasting qualities with great attention to detail. The pursuit yields a stunning floral-inspired collection that commands attention. What truly sets Habib’s latest collection apart is its unexpected exploration of familiar local flora. Rarely a subject of artistic interpretation, the ixora is reimagined as exquisite adornments.
Known for its distinctive four-pointed petals and wide distribution around Malaysia, ixora is a dainty flower with a hidden sweet side. A nostalgic bloom, many share the joyful childhood experience of extracting and tasting the nectar of this flower. Some others may recall meticulous efforts to chain flowers together, with the intent to create bracelets and rings. United in those fond recollections, Habib presents two diamond bracelets that eloquently capture the beauty, innocence and fragility of the beautifully symmetrical corollas.
Alongside ixora, jasmine flowers also receive a sparkling treatment. The fragrant, exotic flower commonly has between four and nine petals. These delicate forms take on new life, crowning rings and flourishing bracelets in a mix of precious metal and gleaming stones. In the language of flowers, jasmine signifies loyalty and respect, widely regarded as a flower of love and friendship. Diamonds enhance a message of positivity as women, like diamonds, often endure severe pressure only to rise above and shine as mothers, sisters, spouses and treasured friends.
Another flower to capture the imagination is the rose. Most species of roses are native to Asia, with cultural significance in many communities and strong associations to love and devotion. Habib includes an ode to the rose with a diamond necklace adorned by a large rose pendant, swirling outlines of bountiful petals spectacularly encrusted with diamonds. A complementing rose ring completes the romantic set that would make the perfect gift for a vibrant lady. Other featured flora throughout the collection includes dahlia, Spanish cherry, taro leaves and Malaysia’s national flower hibiscus.
Though the beauty of the natural world is often transient, these magnificent masterpieces from Habib promise to bloom eternally. As flowers endure as a universal expression of affection, the exclusive collection offers an impactful way to express adoration for the precious women in our lives. No two diamonds are the same, and so each piece is as unique as the wearer.
All diamond jewellery by Habib meets the highest standards and quality, determined by the 4Cs – colour, cut, clarity and carat weight. Of these, cut remains of critical importance as it determines the way diamonds sparkle. Round-cut, square, emerald, heart and marquise – the experienced jeweller offers a wide range of diamonds to suit every personality in various carat weights with GIA certification. Besides the enchanting floral collection, highlights from the Diamond Festival include the classic solitaire diamond and bridal jewellery sets. A range of superb diamond bracelets ideal for a groom to place on his bride’s wrist in a Malay wedding ceremony are sure to enchant. Moreover, Habib does not forget the special men that also deserve appreciation. A tailored selection of diamond jewellery such as diamond rings set in silver, palladium or titanium serves as powerful expressions of style, creativity and luxury. No matter the occasion, Habib invests careful consideration to create original masterpieces with a strong aesthetic presence. With delicate bracelets, elegant engagement rings, ornate pendants and bangles brimming with elaborate detail, the company embraces a strong sense of purpose and identity. The celebration of diamonds in this uniquely Malaysian manner is sure to delight even the most discerning diamond enthusiasts.