The Opulence Files | Wendy Brandes Fine Jewellery
Welcome to ‘The Opulence Files’.
The segment will introduce you to some of the most luxurious things in the world.
Today we profile the Uber fine jewelry of New York based, award winning jewellery designer Wendy Brandes.
The Story – Wendy Brandes creates one of a kind fine jewellery that is inspired by the stories of strong women. Women like Cleopatra of Egypt, the unfortunate wives of Henry VIII and the like. Her work has become synonymous with beautiful jewellery that is witty, bold and fascinating. She is known for adding intriguing and always interesting facets to her work. Our favourites would include her rings that have hinges that permit them open to reveal hidden chambers and much more. What you see (and there’s a lot for the eye to sumptuously take in with her work) is not just what you get. There is always more to the story with Brandes.
Here are four of her masterpieces.
The first is a one of a kind tiara/ headpiece. It is the ‘Queen of Scots’ tiara and be rest assured that this is no ‘pageant-queen type’ tiara. This is a tiara that is straight up editorial, straight up luxury. The price tag is £35,000 and it’s breathtaking. Featuring 76 diamonds, red rubies, 18K gold, a stunning large South Sea Pearl and more, this is the tiara of all tiaras. If you look closely you see the level of detail and the precious stones. This rivals the Crown Jewels! More on it here.
Featured next is the ‘Cleopatra’ earrings. Named for Cleopatra of Egypt, the designer is quoted as saying that these “are two rivers of gold dangling to the shoulders.” See it here.
Now to the ‘Juana Peekaboo Skull’ ring. As her name suggests this ring has a diamond encrusted cross on it but like some of Wendy’s designs it opens to feature a skull with large diamond eyes (as seen in image four). View more on it here.
Another ring that opens up is the last piece by Brandes. Be introduced to the ‘Borgia Poison’ ring which has a poison chamber. Marvel at it here.
We are enamoured!
We want in on this unrivalled opulence!
We want a one of the kind ‘Queen of Scots’ tiara (Hollywood based actress and model Tolula Adeyemi wore this and all the other jewellery profiled in this piece for Oscar 2021 festivities).
Every girl needs a Wendy Brandes headpiece.
More on fine jewellery by Wendy Brandes at @wendybrandesjewelry on Instagram and visit her website here.
All images courtesy of Wendy Brandes Jewellery.