Written by Laurie Brookins

Hublot

Admit it: regardless of your nationality, you’ve become a little obsessed with the World Cup. Wear your passion on your wrist with Hublot’s limited edition Big Bang Unico Bi-Retrograde Chrono, the latest in the brand’s hugely popular Big Bang series and the official watch of the FIFA World Cup (indeed, the coveted timepiece quickly earned the nickname “Soccer Bang”). Limited to just 300 pieces—200 in satin-finished black ceramic, 100 in 18k satin-finished gold, each on a matte rubber strap—the 45mm Big Bang Unico features the brand’s first bi-retrograde display on a dial accented in (what else?) Brazil yellow and green. Price upon request; At Hublot, 692 Madison Ave., New York, 212-308-0408, or at Westime, 254 North Rodeo Dr., Beverly Hills, 310-271-0000; hublot.com

Written by Laurie Brookins

Ivanka Trump

The loveliest Trump in the family continues to hit all the right notes with her fine jewelry collection. Ivanka Trump’s inspirations often include cities with highly identifiable architecture. Her Empire-themed collection is a fitting shout out to the city that started it all for the Trump name. This Empire cuff, with its bold presence and Art Deco details that brings to mind the Chrysler Building, was among the Couture show’s most talked-about pieces. Empire bracelet with diamonds in 18k yellow gold, $49,500, from the Ivanka Trump Collection. At Ivanka Trump Soho, 109 Mercer St., 888-756-9912; ivankatrumpcollection.com

Written by Laurie Brookins

TW Steel

CEO and co-owner Jordy Cobelens has already amassed an impressive celebrity and consumer following for TW Steel’s oversized timepieces featuring innovative details and a decidedly sporty vibe. But what was missing? A piece that felt more polished, one that guys would feel comfortable wearing with a suit. The result: The Slim Line, a sleek watch in the brand’s signature 45mm case size, featured in a variety of chic colorations, from a sunray black dial on rose gold-plated steel (seen here) to on-trend navy with a matching croc-embossed leather strap. By TW Steel, priced from $389 to $559; at Madison Jewelers, 400 Madison Ave., New York, 212-644-1000, or Saks Fifth Avenue Bal Harbour, 9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour, 305-865-1100; twsteel.com

Written by Laurie Brookins

Written by Laurie Brookins

Mikimoto

The legendary pearl house is celebrating its 140th anniversary this year and to commemorate the event has designed this multicolored Black South Sea cultured pearl necklace, with a pair of 18k white gold signature clasps that allow the wearer to convert the piece to a shorter strand with matching bracelet. Convertible jewels were among the hottest trends at the Couture Jewelry Show, offering multiple looks that add versatility to investment pieces. By Mikimoto, $19,000; at Mikimoto, 730 Fifth Ave., New York, 212-457-4600, or South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714-424-5440; mikimotoamerica.com

Written by Laurie Brookins

Versace

“A dance of stones” is how Donatella Versace describes the one-of-a-kind necklaces in her Atelier Versace fine jewelry collection, and, looking at this piece, her description is equal parts fitting and poetic. True to its name, the Medusa Idol necklace features hallmarks of the label’s DNA, with amethyst, rose and yellow quartz surrounded by baroque detailing and Versace’s iconic Medusa. Price upon request; available by special order at Versace, 647 Fifth Ave., New York, 212-317-0224, and Versace, the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, 3500 Las Vegas Blvd. South, 702-932-5757; versace.com

Written by Laurie Brookins

Written by Laurie Brookins

Judith Ripka

The New York-based jewelry designer is known for her luscious cuffs splashed with rich mosaics of gemstones, but this year Judith Ripka wanted to explore a more organic iteration of that idea. The result: the Reverse Oasis cuff, seen here, with its freeform slices of pink mother of pearl, the cuff’s tone-on-tone effect was created by the addition of pink tourmalines and diamonds. Priced at $80,000; available at Judith Ripka, 777 Madison Ave., New York, 212-517-8200, and at London Jewelers, 2046 Northern Blvd., Manhasset, 516-627-7475; judithripka.com

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Breitling

The Swiss watchmaker was all about combining the art of travel with the beauty of its Bentley series when creating their new Breitling for Bentley GMT Light Body B04. Among its travel-friendly details are a 70-hour power reserve and a rotating inner pinion bezel featuring 24 cities, allowing the wearer an at-a-glance reading of time zones around the globe. The wearer pulls out the crown to adjust the time zone either forward or backward in one-hour increments with no loss of time precision, while the date also automatically adjusts to local time. Bentley-inspired details on the streamlined timepiece include an ultra-light 49mm titanium case embossed with a knurled motif inspired by British auto’s radiator grilles. By Breitling, $13,665; available at Breitling, 5 E. 57th St., New York, 855-999-1884, or Tourneau at South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714-850-0222; breitlingforbentley.com

Written by Laurie Brookins

Written by Laurie Brookins

Kwiat

The New York-based diamond house has been experiencing a creative surge in recent seasons, adding a contemporary edge to their stable of ultra-luxe pieces with a classic feel. Among our favorites at the Couture Jewelry Show: Kwiat’s Cobblestone collection, a grouping of tapered, highly tactile earrings, bracelets and rings. Key to the look is the effect created by mixing pieces (such as the ring stack seen here) in a variety of hues in both diamonds and 18k gold. The result is modern and organic, and celebrities seem to agree. Emmy Rossum has already been spotted wearing pieces from the collection at an American Express event earlier this month in New York. Cobblestone rings by Kwiat; from top, $3,900, $1,750, $3,900 and $1,750; available at Kwiat, 725 Madison Ave., New York, 212-725-7777, and Hyde Park Jewelers; kwiat.com

Written by Laurie Brookins

Written by Laurie Brookins

Madstone

New York-based Madstone made a splash (pun intended) with its champagne-inspired Bubble collection, but its latest grouping is taking the label (which was launched in 2010) to another, more couture-driven level. The Mythology collection is comprised of one-of-a-kind pieces, each based on gods and goddesses. Seen here, the Three Graces ring also plays into two trends seen throughout the jewelry shows: the multi-finger ring and convertible jewelry. Crafted of 8.14 carats of rubellite and 2.7 carats of white diamonds, the adjustable ring is designed to be worn on either one or across two fingers. By Madstone, $40,000; at select Neiman Marcus locations; madstonedesign.com

Written by Laurie Brookins

Marco Bicego

Another trend to emerge from the jewelry shows: Labels known for an organic, artisanal vibe highlighting pieces and collections that represent a more polished, sophisticated direction. Among the best is Marco Bicego—known for his brushed-gold and freeform gemstone slices—who showcased the latest additions to his Unico collection, which includes designs set in 18k white or yellow gold and is intended to both showcase the beauty of the gemstones and, via the unique look of each stone, often results in a one-of-a-kind feel. Seen here, a necklace crafted of faceted tanzanites and rose-cut diamonds, set in 18k white gold. By Marco Bicego, priced at $58,100; available at Bloomingdale’s, 1000 Third Ave., New York, 212-105-2522, and Saks Fifth Avenue, 700 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, 312-799-5211; marcobicego.com

Written by Laurie Brookins