Chanel brought glamour to Kyoto this week as it unveiled its latest high jewelry collection, “Reach for the Stars.” The event drew some of fashion’s most stylish figures, including internet personality and trendsetter Devon Lee Carlson, who made a standout appearance.
Before stepping into the spotlight, Carlson styled herself with layers of Coco Crush bracelets and rings. These pieces paired effortlessly with her bold outfit—a sequined leather halter dress that added a touch of edge to her refined look.
The “Reach for the Stars” collection features 109 intricate pieces that pay tribute to the legacy of Gabrielle Chanel. Several recurring symbols are seen throughout the designs, including lions, comets, and—for the first time—wings. Each motif has a special meaning linked to Chanel’s life and creative vision.
The lion represents the designer’s star sign, Leo. Chanel collected lion sculptures throughout her life, and the animal has since become a key emblem in the house’s jewelry lines. The comet is another iconic symbol, dating back to Chanel’s groundbreaking 1932 “Bijoux de Diamants” collection, launched during a difficult time for the diamond market.
Wings are the newest addition to Chanel’s symbolic language. One of the most striking pieces in the collection is the “Wings of Chanel” necklace. This statement piece features a bold sculptural design and includes a detachable pendant of star-shaped diamonds. The pendant can also be worn as a bracelet—an element Carlson particularly admired. At its center sits a rare cushion-cut Padparadscha sapphire, a gem never before used in a Chanel high jewelry design.
The wing motif reflects a famous quote from Gabrielle Chanel herself: “If you were born without wings, do nothing to prevent them from growing.” This idea of freedom and boldness runs through the heart of the new collection, making each piece not just a jewel, but a story.
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