All that slithers is not gold. It is also, occasionally, diamonds, as it turns out–at least in the (jewelry) case of Boucheron’s latest collection, the fabulously named Serpent Boheme. The luxe line–launched last month to a spellbound crowd of admirers in the Far East–features a sophisticated, glittering assortment of necklaces, bracelets, rings, brooches and earrings. The stunning collection is unexpectedly charming, as serpents go: an enchanting celebration of the brand’s reptilian roots.
The iconic Boucheron serpent dates back to 1888 when Frederic Boucheron created the brand’s inaugural serpentine masterpiece in honor of his beloved wife. In the 125 year since, the snake has appeared in several different Boucheron incarnations, always as a symbol of protection and eternity consistent with the designer’s long-ago intentions. The new Serpent Boheme collection takes its inspiration from pieces throughout the line’s history–such as the “scaly” diamond-studded rings popularized in 1968–but with a modern spin. At once delicate and sculptural, Serpent Boheme bangles and baubles show off the glamorous contrast between yellow gold and white diamonds.
Serpent Boheme white gold bangle bracelet
The Serpent Boheme collection made its dramatic debut in mid-May at a festive luncheon in Singapore. The famed Au Petit Salut restaurant dressed for the occasion, resplendently bedecked in accordance with the jewelry’s high-drama gold and white theme. Samples from the line were elegantly displayed alongside museum pieces from the original collection, while Boho-chic models circulated among the wearable wares. A veritable “who’s who” of Singapore society, the delighted attendees were given the unique opportunity to try on the dazzling pieces at the end of the evening.
Small yellow gold ear clips
From red carpets to the runway, fierce and fanged snakes have been turning up almost everywhere except on a plane. With the Serpent Boheme collection, Boucheron proffers an entirely original departure from convention; anything but menacing, these sweet pieces offer a tempting twist on a familiar fiend.
