Bite Autumn 2012

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runway. Similarly, the Oeuf Sophia Bleu Pastel aqua enamelled egg charm mirrors Balmain’s mint quilted jackets and the Oeuf Matelassé Empereur Trellis Or Jaune egg pendant is decorated with delicate rows of diamonds that embraces the rich quilted textures similar to that of the Balmain dress. Each pendant is crafted with the excellence of fine workmanship and consists of precious stones, metals and sorbet-coloured enamel, with soft colouring and tones that are perfect for the autumn season. In addition to encapsulating avant- garde fashion, a Fabergé egg pendant offers its owner with a rare glimpse into Russian culture and heritage. Not only does the Oeuf Matelassé Empereur Diamants Or Blanc showcase the richness of Romanov interiors and modern day luxury but the pendant, encrusted with diamonds, exudes a sense of timeless beauty. The Oeuf Impératrice Rose et Blanc boasts rococo and has gem-work inspired by the optimistic femininity and vast jewel collections of the Russian Empress and her four daughters. Considering the Fabergé eggs were created as a mark of romance and celebration and mapped the timeline of the aristocracy of the Imperial Court, it was customary that they were designed using only the most precious and stunning of materials. Thus, delicate diamonds and gold enamel were customary features of the highly decorated eggs. Fabergé’s AW12 Oeuf Nina Rose and Oeuf Rose Duchesse egg pendants channel the diamond decoration that was so commonplace during the Romanov Dynasty. Both egg pendants are ornamented with eternal diamonds that allow you to juxtapose and enjoy jewellery that is decorated in both modernity and history. Being a prestigious, high-end and elite brand, Fabergé commissioned Tanya Ling to mirror its historical excellence, by illustrating and drawing stunning egg pendant sketches for the AW12 collection. After studying Fashion Design and Textiles at St Martins School of Art, Tanya Ling moved to Paris where she worked as a designer for Dorothee Bis and then

Christian Lacroix. She has also worked for an array of high-profile fashion houses and publications such as British Vogue , US Elle, Harper’s Bazaar , Diana Von Furstenberg, Louis Vuitton, Selfridges and Harrods. Tanya Ling’s illustrative and fashion genius has been commended by British Vogue and The Observer Magazine . In consideration of her outstanding contribution to art and fashion as a designer and illustrator, Fabergé enlisted Tanya Ling to add her touch of brilliance to its world-renowned brand. Fabergé’s commitment to reproducing historical masterpieces and creating opulent jewellery that rivals the finest of art has made it the jeweller of choice or as they say, the ‘jeweller du jour’ for AW12. www.faberge.com