ELEMENTAL
by 4element

Kelly Talamas de Rilliet knows the world of fashion. After managing both Vogue Latin America and Vogue México for five years as editor-in-chief, she now helps emerging designers structure their brands and define their communication strategies as a creative consultant. 

Photo by: Aldo Decaniz

After completing her studies at Central Saint Martins and London College of Fashion, Nasiba decided to return to her home country, Saudi Arabia, to create a new, hybrid style for the younger generation. The Jeddah native saw a big gap in local fashion and decided to launch her own eponymous brand in 2012.

Vastly lavish, ostentatious and vividly coloured designs. Fun, frilly and flirtatious. Yes, we are talking about Christian Lacroix and his alluring creations — theatrical designs made by the master of fantasy who opted for grandiose effects.

Shilpa is not your typical 23-year-old woman. The Indian/American entrepreneur, who is a rising senior at Harvard, runs her own jewellery business called Shiffon Co., which makes “Duet Pinky Rings” from recycled and fair trade gold with ethically sourced diamonds. The brand’s motto? “Wear the change you want to see”.

Photo by Inez & Vinoodh

An iconic Yves Saint Laurent heart-shaped necklace was created in 1962 and has since been featured in numerous YSL collections. The last time we saw it on the runway was during the 2002 Haute Couture show in Paris. Thanks to Mr. Laurent, heart-shaped jewellery has become a staple of playful and fashionable style, which we celebrate in this post. 

Even though we aren’t travelling as much this summer, it’s still nice to daydream and escape to some of Europe’s most alluring destinations. Inspired by the four elements of life, namely earth, water, air and fire, we decided to delve into the elemental essence of our Mother Earth and pair some of our pieces with each element. 

What happens when a London it-girl hits the streets of New York City? For sure the outfit will be epic and you will find a lot of inspiration on how to dress with a vintage twist. Alexa Chung for Homme Girls Volume 3 is wearing our vintage jewellery.

Flashback to Paris in the 90’s, looking at Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche’s ad with the mesmerising Elaine Irwin shot by Arthur Elgort. She is wearing vintage YSL crystal cross earrings that are now part of our curated jewellery box in the cloud. 

The 4element story began with Monika’s love for jewellery, when she received her grandmother’s antique aquamarine gemstone ring. Since then, Monika began collecting unique designer pieces – enlarged crystal earrings, gold chains with clinking pendants, striking rings and brooches… 

Clanking, chunky jewellery. Oversized bangles, layered necklaces, statement earrings. Let’s start vintage decoded section with the original jewellery ambassador: The one and only Louise de la Falaise, known as Loulou.