Cartier new Juste un Clou jewel collection
Cartier's new Juste un Clou collection of bracelets and
rings takes its form from none other than the nail. And
trust Cartier to be the
jewellery house to find elegance in the most basic of instruments
and turn this basic implement of any toolbox into a brave and bold
jewellery statement.
Sleek, refined and with a shape
that screams confidence with a design of almost absolute purity, it
was originally designed by Aldo Cipullo of Cartier New York in the
1970s. Mirroring the legendary tales from the era and places such
as Steven Rubells' notorious Studio 54 club and the grittier CBGBs;
this is jewellery that not only takes the shape of that
inspirational nail, but the raw power and rebellion of the era.
Cartier bring back the 'hardware as
jewellery' design, a brave move for a house in its
165th year and one that is so renowned for exquisite
craftsmanship combined with elegant and elaborate settings, such as
the Panthere pieces. That's not to say that this collection is
anything but elegant, it's just refreshingly self-possessed and
powerful in its simplicity.
Available in pink, yellow, and
white gold, there are other permutations for both the rings and
bracelet that play on variations in sizes and diamonds. The Juste
un Clou, with its hints of aggression and slight air of punk
juxtaposed with the cool elegance of minimalism is for those who
like making statements with their jewellery.
