Boucheron Do Not Iron brooch set

October 23, 2023
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This set of brooches is from Boucheron’s 2023 “Carte Blanche, More is More” High Jewelry collection. The designer draws inspiration from Pop Art, cleverly employing trompe-l’œil techniques to transform high jewelry brooches into collegiate-style iron-on patch badges. The use of color and geometric lines is full of playful charm.

The set comprises six brooches:

  • Do Not Iron Wladimir: Inspired by “Wladimir”, the beloved pet cat of Gérard Boucheron, the brand’s third-generation heir. The feline’s regal visage is sculpted in white gold entirely pavé-set with diamonds. Adorning its neck is an exquisite sapphire necklace, its deep blue hue perfectly mirroring the cat’s penetrating azure eyes, accentuating a demeanor of pride and noble elegance.

  • Do Not Iron Hokusai: Pays homage to the classic ukiyo-e print “The Great Wave off Kanagawa” by Japanese artist Hokusai. Layers of blue lacquer create a sense of the wave’s surging movement, while set round diamonds resemble sparkling spray.

  • Do Not Iron Pansy: Takes the pansy flower as its design element. Custom-cut pink quartz creates the delicate texture of the petals, while the pistil is set with a nearly 1-carat pear-shaped yellow sapphire to produce a magnificent glow.

  • Do Not Iron Cicada: The brooch features custom-cut, semi-transparent green chrysoprase that evokes the cicada’s delicate, translucent wings. Its gold-engraved body gleams with engraved detail, centered by a 2.14-carat tourmaline from Mozambique that serves as a vibrant focal point.

  • Do Not Iron Hydrangea: Features the hydrangea as its theme. A brilliant diamond sphere is set into the flat center of the brooch, creating a three-dimensional effect.

  • Do Not Iron Jack: Continues the classic “jack cable” theme. The gold plate is mirror-polished to reflect shimmering light, with a pavé diamond border serving as the finishing touch.

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Fidel is the founder and editor-in-chief of Luxury Wrist Club. With over a decade of experience in haute horlogerie and fine jewelry, he specializes in technical watchmaking, gemstone appraisal, and luxury market trends. His work has been featured in leading industry publications, and he is a regular speaker at international watch and jewelry summits.

Based in Europe, Fidel combines deep technical knowledge with a collector's eye for detail. He believes that true luxury is not just about possession — it's about understanding the craftsmanship, heritage, and artistry behind every masterpiece.

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