I wanted to design something that will never be with in my reach. Then I remember about the Diamond Necklace Affair near the end of Louis the XV reign for his Mistress Mdm. Du Barry. The ill-fated necklace was 2,800ct of diamonds, and I felt with today's economy I would design a modern version of that necklace.
The actual setting for the Hope Diamond is similar to it's original setting, but I like the look of the half moon cut diamonds framing the magnificent diamond. The necklace drapes over the neckline and continues around the wearers shoulders. A large 5 ct. oval Diamond mirrors the Hope Diamond, but it is set horizontally since it acts as a hidden clasp for the necklace.
As a big fan of Mucha work, I have always love the borders in his illustrations. His ornate borders not only frame he beautiful models, but also acts as a following line that will lead the viewers eyes around the image. I decided that such framing work would do beautifully with the grandeur of the Hope Diamond. Esthetically wise, the pattern would allow the necklace to look beautifully either on display or on a wearer. Since I did not want to only use Round Brilliant cut stones, I also used various shapes to create the detailing.
Since this was designed to be a modern version of Mdm. Du Barry's necklace, I wanted to give it some Versailles flair as you would. One design that was very prominant during that time would be a "Fleur de Lis". To create a simple "Fleur de Lis", I simply used two pear shape cut stones, topped with a marquis. Not wanting to stop there I decided to top the design with clover shape created by four trillion cut stone, as well as having a diamond set in it's center and between the "leaves".The only thing that goes well with diamonds are simply more diamonds.
I submitted my design, and I can't wait to see it on the web site. We shall see if any good comes from it. :)
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