In the 1920s the Art Deco Period in jewellery, fashion, fabrics, furniture, and also ladies hairstyles were a sharp contrast to previous periods.  It was all jazz and flappers.  Aesthetics became bold, bright and geometric.  Precious coloured stones like Emeralds, Rubies and Sapphires were very popular in Art Deco jewellery.  As were large cocktail rings, pearls, beads and long earrings.

Vicky - Halo pendant

Adeline ring

Iona Pendant 

Sophia Ring

      
Pasclina Smoky Quartz earrings

        
Evita ring

Spoil you mum this Mother's Day with Moi Moi's new collection of pendants. All set in 18K white or yellow gold.
Prices range from $550 - $1200
http://www.moimoi.com.au/category-new-pendant-collection-may-2013-40.aspx

My mother said to me ‘If you are a soldier, you will become a general. If you are a monk, you will become the Pope.’ Instead, I was painter and became Picasso” - Pablo Picasso

As part of the Miabelle Limited Edition Collection, we have chosen artist Picasso as the inspiration behind this fantastic ring.

Pablo Picasso was not only the most famous artist of his time, he also revolutionized 20th Century and Modern Art with two practices he co-pioneered: Cubism and Collage.

Picasso moved through many different styles as an artist.  Beginning with realism he moved to experiment with different theories, techniques and ideas as well as different mediums such as oil paintings, sculpture, drawing, and architecture.  Picasso was the best-known figure in twentieth-century art making him universally famous as well as incredibly wealthy.

No painter or sculptor, not even Michelangelo, had been as famous as this in his own lifetime.  Perhaps no other artist will ever be as famous, because at the height of Picasso’s career mass media was also emerging and his controversial art together with his bold personality was easily communicated to a mass audience through television, photography and the movies.  He was the first artist to relish being a Celebrity.

'Little Works of Art You Can Wear'
Miabelle Limited Edition Picasso inspired ring,
Enamel on sterling silver
$320

Andy Warhols ‘portraits’ of soup cans beginning with “Campbell’s Soup Cans” is one of the most recognized and iconic images of the twentieth century.  The paintings were unveiled in LA in 1962 and the very act of taking a mundane tin of soup and turning it into high art shocked the art world and thus began the Pop Art era.  Warhol originally painted all 32 varieties of Campbell’s soup and lined them up on a shelf in the gallery to mock a supermarket shelf.  

Warhol said: "I used to drink it. I used to have the same lunch every day, for twenty years, I guess, the same thing over and over again."  When asked to name which of his works was most special to him throughout his career, he said it was his Campbell’s Soup Can. "I love it", he said, adding, "I just paint things I always thought were beautiful, things you use every day and never think about…. I just do it because I like it".

As part of the Miabelle Limited Edition Collection, we have chosen artist Andy Warhol as the inspiration behind this cool pendant.

'Little Works of Art You Can Wear'
Miabelle Limited Edition Warhol inspired pendant,
Enamel on sterling silver
$300

 Last week the National Council of Jewellery Valuers invited us to teach about Moissanite:
How it has evolved over the years and How to identify Moissanite.

We were thrilled to be given the opportunity to further educate professional valuers and jewellers on our beautiful jewel.

Since Moissanite was launched it has continued to improve in colour, faceting and how the jewel is formed,
further maximising its brilliance and beauty. With the launch of the new Forever Brilliant Moissanite,
the valuers had a lot of new things to discover.

Learning of how Moissanite
has evolved over the years

Looking at Moissanite loose stones through loupes

Feedback from the Council was postive, with comments on how much sparkle Moissanite has and what good value it offers. They even booked in another class in July for more valuers.

We were also appreciated for always being very clear on what we sell giving our clients
much trust and faith in our store and jewel.

It was a lovely group of jewellers and valuers and a fantastic night was had by all.

Learning about Moi Moi's
wide range of designs

An exciting and educational evening

'Little Works of Art You Can Wear'
Miabelle Limited Edition Gaudi inspired pendant,
Enamel on sterling silver
$430

'Little Works of Art You Can Wear'
Miabelle Limited Edition Mondrian inspired ring,
Enamel on sterling silver
$320

Warhol, Gaudi, Mondrian and Picasso have inspired our latest Limited Edition of Miabelle. 

Made in Italy, we have commissioned master enamel artist Alessandro Menegati to delight with pieces that pay homage to these great modern artists of the twentieth century. 

As part of our Miabelle range, this collection truly is Little Works of Art You Can Wear.

Jessica Sharratt, winner of
Moi Moi "Martina" earrings 

Brooke Donnelly, winner of
Moi Moi pendant and earrings

Dusk Bridal Fair was a wonderful experience for us. There was such a buzz in the air with everyone excited about planning their wedding. It was great to meet so many brides-to-be at our Moi Moi booth.

A big thank you to Tessa Morris and Adeline Hong for being such a great team! - Aggie

Moi Moi was the major prize sponsor
at the Dusk Bridal Fair

Aggie Hong,
Moi Moi Perth owner to present the prize

Moi Moi booth