Tiffany & Co. is a classic symbol of luxury and elegance. Its allure dates back to more than a century ago when Marilyn Monroe proclaimed that diamonds are a girl’s best friend. Her portrayal of a glamorous, sophisticated woman who adores diamonds reflects the aspirational luxury that Tiffany & Co. embodies.
What started as a modest stationery store is now a global powerhouse in the world of fine jewelry. Everybody wants to have Breakfast at Tiffany’s like Holly Golightly, who was played by Audrey Hepburn.
The signature Tiffany Blue box is perhaps the most recognizable symbol of the brand. You’ll hear some of today’s biggest artists sing about it, like Ariana Grande and Beyoncé. The biggest names in Hollywood, like Anya Taylor-Joy and Jennifer Lopez, wear their pieces on the red carpet. Tiffany’s creations transcend gender boundaries, a fact exemplified by the stylish contributions of Pharell Williams and Bruno Mars.
If you were dreaming of a Breakfast at Tiffany’s moment, Tiffany & Co. recently unveiled a new store at The Mall at NUSTAR Resort and Casino in Cebu. The store’s glass façade, adorned with a sophisticated hammered texture, exudes a sense of timeless elegance. This design pays homage to the brand’s iconic designers, Edward C. Moore, Jean Schlumberger, and Elsa Peretti.
Photography by Dan Tobin Smith
When you enter the store, you’re immediately enveloped in the world of Tiffany & Co. Jean Schlumberger’s iconic Bird on a Rock brooch, a design celebrated for nearly 60 years, takes center stage. The interiors feature a blue wall with glass gems inspired by Schlumberger’s creations, and bespoke wall panels by Fresco with gold stripes reminiscent of the New York City skyline.
A Lobymeyr chandelier with custom Tiffany Blue crystals lights up the “All About Love” section, complementing the store’s warm ambiance, while a champagne gold leaf ceiling cove adds a touch of glamour.
To unbox the biggest and brightest Tiffany & Co. in the Philippines, the brand threw an opening party. It was a night of cocktails, canapes, and diamonds. Friend of the House Anne Curtis-Smith, along with special guests Sarah Lahbati and Tim Yap, graced the event wearing stunning Tiffany & Co. jewelry.
Let’s take a closer look at the Tiffany & Co. pieces Anne Curtis-Smith, Sarah Lahbati, and Tim Yap chose to wear.
Anne Curtis-Smith
Photo courtesy of Anne Curtis-Smith
Anne wears a classic little black dress and flawlessly stacks her necklaces to create a layered and personalized look. She wears a small Tiffany Lock pendant and a large Tiffany Lock pendant in yellow gold with diamonds. Her arm candy is a narrow Tiffany Lock bangle in rose and white gold with half pavé diamonds. For earrings, she wears the iconic Tiffany HardWear large link earrings in white gold with pavé diamonds.
Sarah Lahbati
Photo courtesy of Sarah Lahbati
Sarah complements her ethereal lavender dress with the Tiffany Knot double-row necklace in yellow gold with diamonds, and the Tiffany T1 circle pendant in yellow gold. She also wears the Tiffany T1 narrow diamond-hinged bangle.
Tim Yap
Photo courtesy of Tim Yap
While Tim’s suit is already a statement, the statement pieces are really his necklace and his bracelet. He wears the Tiffany Titan by Pharrell Williams pendant and the Tiffany Titan by Pharrell Williams bracelet, both in titanium and yellow gold.
The new Tiffany & Co. store is the House’s third store in the Philippines. You can check out their new collection on Level 1 of The Mall at NUSTAR Resort and Casino. To learn more about Tiffany & Co., visit their website at www.tiffany.com or follow them on Instagram.
