What’s Haute at Couture - Jewelry Connoisseur

The most glamorous jewelry trade show in the US returns to the Wynn Las Vegas from June 1 to 4. Here are just a few of the trends you can expect to see at the fair.

PLAY IT COOL
Platinum Guild International (PGI) is returning to Couture this June to debut collaborations with 16 designers. In a show usually dominated by warm yellow gold, PGI is turning down the heat.

Spinelli Kilcollin Juno ring in platinum with diamonds. (Spinelli Kilcollin)

Retrouvai platinum Domino pendant with diamonds. (Retrouvai)

Platinum and diamond drop earrings by Ondyn. (Ondyn)

CHAIN IN COMMAND
No longer simply functional, chains are becoming a key design feature. Expect to see intricate textures in gold, strings of pearls in place of links, and bold sizes that attract just as much attention as the pendants they hold.

Retrouvai Cascading Domino Ball chain in 14-karat gold with a heart-shaped tourmaline. (Retrouvai)

Gemella Stella Bar necklace in 18-karat gold and diamonds. (Gemella)

Sorellina pearl necklace with 18-karat gold and diamond charm. (Sorellina)

END OF THE RAINBOW?
No way. New jewelry launching at Couture is as colorful as ever. Kaleidoscopic gemstones make a bold impact, with vibrant greens and pinks as the top shades of choice.

Emily P. Wheeler Anna pendant in 18-karat gold with maw sit sit and pink tourmaline. (Emily P. Wheeler)

Robinson Pelham Marnie rings. (Robinson Pelham)

Eéra diamond earring in 18-karat gold and pink PVD. (Eéra)

ROLLING STONES
These sensual, flowing designs create a softer way to wear diamonds. Sculptural gold, tactile textures and kinetic settings set the scene for brilliant facets.

Markie diamond ring by Jade Ruzzo in 18-karat gold. (Jade Ruzzo)

Yvonne Léon Creole hoops in 18-karat gold with diamonds. (Yvonne Léon)

Lizzie Mandler Cleo ring with oval-cut diamond in 18-karat gold. (Lizzie Mandler)

FLIGHTS OF FANCY
From mythical animals to symbols of folklore and luck, fantasy and talismans are very much out in force at this year’s show. These upbeat pieces are designed for escapism as much as reassurance.

Buddha Mama Hamsa pendant in 20-karat gold with diamonds and enamel. (Buddha Mama)

Mermaid Tails bracelet by Bibi van der Velden in 18-karat gold with diamonds. (Bibi van der Velden)

Harwell Godfrey Scarab pendant in 18-karat gold with pink topaz, carnelian and pink sapphires. (Harwell Godfrey)

EVERYBODY CUT LOOSE
Designers at Couture are answering the call for quirky gemstone shapes with intricate facets, custom cuts and artistic intaglios. Look out for colored gems that have the X factor.