Luck, at Van Cleef & Arpels, has never been a fleeting notion. Since 1968, the Alhambra motif—its four-leaf clover silhouette instantly recognisable—has embodied a philosophy of optimism, elegance, and enduring craftsmanship. This season, the Maison revisits its most beloved icon with renewed poetry, introducing a collection that celebrates transformation, versatility, and savoir-faire, while remaining unmistakably Alhambra.
Magic Alhambra Transformable Long Necklaces
At the heart of the collection are the Magic Alhambra transformable long necklaces, creations that echo the Maison’s historic mastery of modular jewelry. First introduced in 2006, the Magic Alhambra line is defined by its asymmetrical play of differently sized motifs, lending movement and visual rhythm to each piece.
The latest long necklaces elevate this signature further with discreet technical ingenuity: a detachable element allows them to be worn as a long necklace, shortened into a layered silhouette, or transformed into a bracelet.
Rendered in combinations of guilloché rose or white gold with white and gray mother-of-pearl, or chalcedony, the pieces shimmer with subtle chromatic dialogue. The guilloché engraving, radiating with fine lines, captures and reflects light, while the emblematic beaded contour frames each motif with soft relief.
Vintage Alhambra Reversible Rings
Equally compelling are the Vintage Alhambra reversible rings, which reinterpret everyday elegance through duality. Each ring offers two distinct faces: one side adorned with ornamental stones such as gray mother-of-pearl or chalcedony, the other revealing a diamond set against finely engraved guilloché gold.
Designed with both comfort and refinement in mind, the rings feature a beaded double contour and a smooth demi-jonc interior, while a seamless rotation mechanism ensures effortless transformation—an intimate gesture of luxury worn close to the skin.
Sweet Alhambra Watch
Completing the offering is the Sweet Alhambra watch, a jewel that tells time with grace. Faithful to Van Cleef & Arpels’ tradition of watchmaking as an extension of jewelry, this creation introduces guilloché white gold into the Sweet Alhambra line for the first time. Alternating motifs of chalcedony, diamond-set clovers, and engraved gold encircle the wrist, each bordered by delicate golden beads. Subtle graphic contrasts emerge as the striations of chalcedony converse with the guilloché patterns, creating a harmonious rhythm that feels both precious and modern.
With its seamless blend of artistry and innovation, the Alhambra collection reminds us that true elegance is as much about feeling as it is about form. Each motif, each transformation, tells a story of timeless charm and playful sophistication. With the new Alhambra creations, Van Cleef & Arpels invites you to embrace luck, style, and freedom in perfect harmony.
Discover these exquisite pieces in person at the Van Cleef & Arpels boutique, Pavilion KL.
All images courtesy of Van Cleef & Arpels.
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