Pomellato unveils Free Gems

Pomellato has unveiled its latest collection, the ‘Pomellato e le pietre libere’ or Free Gems collection.

The collection is Pomellato’s distinctive approach to diamond jewels notable for the organically irregular pavé setting developed by the house.

Pomellato’s gem setters select diamonds in different sizes and shades and carefully set them into what appears to be a random pattern.

The aim is to “exalt the character of each diamond and create nuances, plays of light and shadow”, in which the irregularity expresses Pomellato’s ideal of refined imperfection.

Vincenzo Castaldo, creative director, said: “Nudo defines liberty in the way that the gemstone is devoid of settings and prongs. Thanks to our special cut and setting technique, we enhance the individuality of the gem. Unconstrained, the light plays with the transparency and the irregularities of the 57 facets; it is almost like a metaphor that speaks of women’s freedom as an indispensable value.”

Stefano Cortecci, gem master, added: “We have created one-of-a-kind high jewellery pieces using rough gemstones precisely because they have their own natural beauty and character; they are a pure expression of independence.

“When we use more conventional stone cuts, we express the ‘Free Gems’ concept through colour. In the ‘Ode to Milan’ high jewellery collection, we chose a range of evocative gems in unusual colours that are vibrant and express strong emotions.”