THEThe theme was already a whole program: Gilded Glamoror thegolden age American of the late nineteenth century. A period of rebirth, which, as it was imaginable, inspired the stars not only in the choice of clothes, but also in that of jewelry. Opulent, original, inspirational or truly vintage: the red carpet of the Metropolitan Museum returns to dress in bold flashes, thanks to captivating pieces that steal the show.
Themed opulence
Test passed. The theme of this year’s exhibition In America: An Anthology of Fashion and the resulting Met Ball suggested elegance White tie and Gilded Age: on the one hand the foundations of American fashion, on the other the eccentricity of the period. An idea easily taken up in the choice of necklaces, rings, earringsbut also tiaras, hair clips and anklets: mostly precious, golden, showy.
Emma Chamberlain in a vintage Cartier platinum and diamond tiara dating from 1911 (Photo: ANGELA WEISS / AFP).
The queen among the jewels of the Met Gala 2022: the tiara
The jewelry star of the 2022 Met Gala? Without a doubt the ancient tiara. To wear it, not only the hostess Anna Wintour, who opted for a family jewel in diamonds and peridots dating back to 1910, but also other prominent celebs. As the co-presenter Blake Livelyin Art Deco tiara by Lorraine Schwarzon a copper base and set with gems combined with the drop earrings, and the YouTuber Emma Chamberlainwho dusted off the archive for the occasion Cartier. To accessorize Louis Vuitton’s ensemble between old and new, the twenty-year-old among the 100 most influential people in the world according to Time opted for one museum crown. Also exhibited at Madrid’s Thyssen Bornemisza in October 2012, the platinum and diamond tiara was made in 1911 and features elements inspired by the laurel plant. Simply perfect, together with the hoop choker with white and yellow diamonds.
Blake Lively in Lorraine Schwartz drop earrings and tiara (Photo: Theo Wargo / WireImage).
Gold in all its shades
The brilliant elegance of yesteryear is also reflected in the easy choice of gold jewelry. To opt for the most immediate appeal, the supermodel Amber Valletta who accessorized her dress with necklace, rings and earrings Buccellatialso worn over long gloves: a trend of this Met Gala 2022, one of the richest rings (and similar) in history, as shown by the looks of Chiara Ferragni And Kacey Musgraves. Just focus on the hands of Melissa Kingwith finger cuff of Lillian Shalom and rings Dena Kemp personalized, which mimic a total gold manicure. Very American atelier creations, such as the indigenous necklace made by the Montana artist Lenise Omeasoo for the model and protector of the native land Quannah Chasinghorse.
Amber Valletta in Buccellati necklace, rings and earrings (Photo: Jeff Kravitz / FilmMagic).
Platinum and diamonds, 1920s style
For many who opt for opulence and flashiness of shapes, there are those who opt for a less “shouted” glamor in the Golden Age style. Platinum and diamonds, to be precise, which go a little further to mention the Roaring Twenties: like precious jewels Tiffany & Co. from Hailey Bieber. A pair of diamond earrings, a platinum diamond ring and several bracelets from the collection Victoria. Among the Met Gala 2022 trends in terms of jewelry that refer to the period, the earrings elongated and bright, like those seen on the lobes of Kim Kardashian (Cartier) And Julianne Moore (Bulgarians), but also the emeralds of Jasmine Tookes (Chopard) And Alicia Keys (always Tiffany & Co., but from the archivedating back to the first half of the 1900s).
Pearls. On the contrary, Pearlcore
Finally, the classics pearls Gilded Age, revisited to be in step, it must be said, with the latest trends Pearlcore: like those spotted on the ankle of Bella Hadidsigned by the New York atelier Briony Raymond.
Degradé multi-strand balls for the choker, key piece of the Met 2022, by Laura Harrier signed David Yurmanto embellish the low cost dress by H&M by Victor Glemaud.
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