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The One and Only Diamond Parure by Vyacheslav Vasiliev

The One and Only Diamond Parure by Vyacheslav Vasiliev is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2016 Bronze A' Design Award in Jewelry Design Competition Category.


BronzeJewelry· 2016

The One and Only Diamond Parure

by Vyacheslav Vasiliev

Client: Vyacheslav Vasiliev

Bronze A' Design Award Winner in Jewelry Category

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The Design

About The One and Only Diamond Parure

The "One and Only" is a 100% handmade and hand-assembled diamond parure which consists of a necklace, ring, bracelet and earrings. It's made of yellow, white and rose gold, diamonds, yellow sapphires, pearls and includes 147 unique fragments. The parure represents a combination of a timeless design and fine craftsmanship and symbolizes the idea of interweaving of life and creativity in artistic person. The jewelry suite is made for the most special occasions and is fit for a Queen. Exclusively and uniquely made, the parure will carry the value and admiration through generations.

The Recognition

About the Bronze A' Design Award

The One and Only Diamond Parure is a Bronze A' Design Award winner, a highly prestigious recognition granted to outstanding designs distinguished by creativity, ingenuity, and astuteness. Bronze winners are amply skillful and strikingly creative artifacts that authenticate the vast experience, imagination, and resourcefulness of their designers. The One and Only Diamond Parure is expected to be a highly regarded, admired, and cherished object that is notably professional and innovative. This Bronze A' Design Award-winning design incorporates best practices in art, science, design, and technology, and is excellent for its attention to detail. The One and Only Diamond Parure splendidly satisfies needs, touches desires, charms feelings, and appeals to curiosity.

Interviews

Design Interview

What is the main principle, idea and inspiration behind your design?

My creation THE ONE AND ONLY diamond parure was submitted to the competition.

I am very proud of my adorable jewelry set.

This set of jewelry can give pleasure and joy to more than one generation.

This set of jewelry is SPECIAL not only in its unique design, but also in its way of execution. It’s handmade. I did not use the modern computer programs, I drew all the sketches with a pencil. I wanted to feel the design with my hands. I created miniature jewelry elements, then, from these elements I sculpted miniature items, which I then combined into larger design elements.

What has been your main focus in designing this work? Especially what did you want to achieve?

MY IDEA IS TO CREATE A TIMELESS PIECE OF JEWELRY. Jewelry that will make a woman look modern and bright, regardless of the current fashion.

THE ONE AND ONLY jewelry set is designed for individuals who know how to combine fashion trends with the unique antique design. My jewelry will add and emphasize a woman’s beauty, personality, charm and charisma. The set of jewelry combines eternal diamonds, antique style with pearls, symbolism of forms and modern trends.

What are your future plans for this award winning design?

I’m open to suggestions.

This parure is one of a kind and I think it will be very difficult to create another one.

It is possible that someone will want to buy a parure and replace the main stones in the centers of the necklace and ring with large diamonds.

I would not mind if a worthy person wants to rent a piece of jewelry for a special event.

It is also possible to sell each product from the set separately.

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Grand Interview

Your masterful creation of The One and Only Diamond Parure took five years to complete - could you walk us through the journey of crafting 147 unique hand-made fragments and how this meticulous process shaped your artistic vision?

Creating The One and Only Diamond Parure was an extraordinary, five-year journey of innovation and determination. It all started with a vision: to craft a masterpiece that would redefine jewelry design. To realize this vision, I delved deeply into research, exploring the nuances of light, geometry, and the emotional impact of diamonds. I sketched innumerable designs, continually refining my concept until I had perfected the blueprint for 147 unique, handcrafted pieces.

The intricate interweaving of laurel branches forming the infinity symbol in The One and Only Diamond Parure carries profound symbolism - what inspired you to incorporate these elements, and how do they reflect your philosophy about the intersection of life and creativity?

I am incredibly proud of The One and Only diamond parure, a jewelry set submitted to a competition. Unique in both design and execution, the set is entirely handmade. Instead of using modern computer programs, I sketched everything by hand to truly connect with the design. I created miniature jewelry elements, which I then sculpted and combined into larger pieces, resulting in a total of 169 individual jewelry items in this set. My goal was to create a timeless piece of jewelry that makes a woman look modern and radiant, regardless of current fashion trends. This set is for those who can merge contemporary fashion with a unique, antique design, enhancing beauty, personality, charm, and charisma. It combines eternal diamonds, antique styles with pearls, symbolic forms, and modern trends. The set is multifunctional—each piece can be worn individually or combined with others depending on the occasion. Even when worn together, all the items complement each other and accentuate the female form. The parure consists of four main pieces: a necklace, a ring, earrings, and a bracelet. The Necklace Crafted from three types of gold (yellow, white, and pink), diamonds, precious stones, and pearls, the design features elegant lines of small leaf-shaped elements that intertwine into larger ones. Several symbols are at the center: the number eight (symbolizing infinity), a heart (representing love), a crown (symbolizing spiritual power), tiger eyes (symbolizing forward momentum), and hanging diamonds and pearls (representing stars, water drops, space, and earth).The Ring Made from the same three types of gold, diamonds, and precious stones, its intricate lines form the symbol of infinity, with a large gemstone at the center like a crown. This central stone can be replaced with one that has special significance, such as the owner's birthstone. The Earrings Featuring similar motifs, they symbolize eternal renewal with half-opened buds. The Bracelet Incorporates the same three types of gold and diamonds. At its center, two symmetrical elements form a horseshoe, symbolizing good luck.

How did your background in architecture influence the multi-level design complexity of The One and Only Diamond Parure, particularly in achieving the delicate balance between the ring's sophisticated layers while maintaining its wearability?

My background in architecture profoundly influenced the intricate design of The One and Only Diamond Parure. By applying principles of spatial reasoning, structural integrity, and harmonious proportion, I created a masterpiece that seamlessly marries complexity with wearability. Layering Inspired by tiered buildings, I meticulously stacked diamonds and metalwork to achieve both depth and visual interest. Balancing Complexity and Wearability I carefully ensured the wearer's comfort, providing a seamless fit that doesn’t compromise on the intricate details. Material Selection Through meticulous craftsmanship, I guaranteed that each piece offers both security and comfort, making it as practical as it is beautiful. Synergy of Art and Architecture The One and Only Diamond Parure exemplifies the symbiosis between art and architecture. By merging these disciplines, I crafted a wearable masterpiece that showcases both technical prowess and aesthetic beauty. This version aims to highlight the relationship between my architectural expertise and the jewelry's design, emphasizing the balance between complexity, comfort, and beauty.

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Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties
The one and only, completely 100% handmade and hand-assembled jewelry parure is fit for a queen. Made of yellow, white and rose gold, diamonds, yellow sapphires, pearls. The parure includes necklace, ring, bracelet, earrings and consists of 147 unique hand-made items.

Necklace consists of two branches of laurel (symbol of glory). Branches intertwined and form a figure 8 (infinity symbol, reliability and stability), passing through the symbolic heart. The large crown in the center manifests the One and Only among others and the diamonds that trill from the symbolic eyes reflect the pure tears of joy and despair.
Dimensions & Packaging
Necklace. Length- 457.2 mm. Gold 18K – yellow, white, pink. 139 grams. Diamonds – 338 pieces (18.26K), including 2 Yellow Sapphires (2.65K) and (1.32K). Pearls – 13 pieces.
Ring. Height is 50.8 mm inches, width - 48.26 mm. Gold 18K – yellow, white, pink. 61 grams. Diamonds – 79 pieces (9.16K), including 1 Yellow Sapphire (1.78K)
Bracelet. Length- 198.12 mm. Gold 18K –yellow, white, pink. 30 grams. Diamonds – 79 pieces (5.10K).
Earrings. Length- 50.8 mm. Gold 18K –yellow, white, pink. 18.4 grams. Diamonds – 62 pieces (1.61K). Pearls – 2 pieces.
On request, the 1 central stone of the Ring and 2 central stones of the Necklace can be replaced by others stones.
Jewelry set is placed in a handmade wooden box, made specifically for this suite.
Tags
diamond parure, special occasion, Vyacheslav Vasiliev, one-of-a-kind, luxury suite, jewelry, diamonds, yellow sapphires, pearls, ring, gold, 18K, yellow, white, pink, bracelet, earrings, necklace
Production Technology
One of a kind 100% Handmade and hand-assembled jewelry parure that consists of 147 unique hand-made fragments. Took 5 years to complete.
Design Challenge
The design of the ring involved several sophisticated levels and small fragments that created some challenge in creation.
Research
Creating variants in design to achieve harmony in elements of jewelry suite. All elements repeatedly tested for ease of wear. The uniqueness and attractiveness created with numerous of unique elements (147 non-recurring fragments) . Ring was done at several levels, the task was to preserve the symbol of infinity, to show the depth and mystery and strengthen the reflection and shine of metal and diamonds.
Inspiration
The jewelry suite embodies the idea of the uniqueness of each person's fate. The life of a creative person uniquely interweaving with his creations.
Project Duration
The creation of this project took 5 years and was completed in Los Angeles, in January 2016. Located in Los Angeles, CA.
Operation Flow
This exquisite parure is suitable for a special occasion and fit for a queen. Each item of the kit can be worn independently of the other, or in any combination with others. The future owner of this suite will have the right to order a replacement of the 3 main stones (2 stone necklace and one in the ring) to the stone of their choice. The one and only parure of its kind in the entire world with timeless design that will be admired through generations to come.
Patents
Copyrights belong to Vyacheslav Vasiliev, 2016.
Image Credits
Photos by Gregory Arbit

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