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Garnet, citrine, labradorite…: Dorothée Sausset’s guide to natural gemstones
Geological origins, cultural history, and characteristics of each stone in our collections My jewelry incorporates a selection of natural stones carefully chosen for their beauty, character, and history. Here's an overview of each of them: not from the perspective of...
Jewelry through history: from ornament to cultural symbol, a journey through time
How jewelry has always been more than just an accessory Jewelry has existed for as long as Homo sapiens has. Perhaps even longer: archaeologists have found perforated shell beads dating back over 130,000 years, attributed to prehistoric populations in North...
Nouveauté printemps été : MARIGOLD
Tôt le matin, sur les marchés indiens, ce sont souvent elles que l’on remarque en premier.Le jaune éclatant. L’orange safran. Des brassées de marigolds posées sur les étals, ou déjà transformées en longues guirlandes destinées aux temples, aux maisons et...
India Through Its Colors: How Indian Culture Inspires Contemporary Design
From the temples of Rajasthan to the fabrics of Benares, an inexhaustible source of inspiration Some countries burst with color. India is the most dazzling example. For a Western designer arriving there, it's an immediate confrontation with a radically different...
The Orishas Collection: Afro-Cuban History and Culture in Jewelry
Delving into the world of the Yoruba religion and its influence on Cuban culture My Orishas collection is perhaps the most narrative of all my creations. To understand what it represents, one must first understand what the Orishas are, and...
Travel Jewelry: The pieces that accompany you on all your adventures
How to choose travel-friendly jewelry without sacrificing style Traveling with your favorite jewelry is a joy, until you realize you've left your favorite necklace in the hotel pool, or your earrings have disappeared into the bottom of a crumpled suitcase....
10 Reasons to Treat Yourself to a Piece of Jewelry (Without Waiting for an Occasion)
Because life deserves to be celebrated, even on ordinary Tuesdays We often wait for an occasion to treat ourselves to a piece of jewelry. A birthday, a promotion, overcoming a breakup. But why wait? Here are ten good reasons not...
What jewelry to give according to personality? Our complete guide
Because the right jewel is the one that resembles the person wearing it Giving a piece of jewelry is one of the most beautiful and delicate gestures there is. Too personalized, it might not suit the recipient's taste. Too neutral,...
Anklet Story
Bien avant de vivre en Inde, je les avais entendus.Le son des bracelets de cheville.Ces sons particuliers qui accompagnent la marche, rythment les danses classiques indiennes et résonnent dans les films de Bollywood.Je me souviens encore d’Aishwarya Rai dans Devdas.Avançant dans...
What it means to buy handcrafted jewelry instead of a mass-produced piece
Behind the price of a handmade jewel, a radically different value chain You may have looked at the price of a handmade piece of jewelry and thought: "Why is it so expensive compared to what I find in a big...
Jewelry made in India: local craftsmanship versus fast fashion, the real story
Why the choice of manufacturing location is far more important than it seems "Made in India" is a phrase that can evoke contradictory reactions. For some, it conjures images of authentic, ancient craftsmanship. For others, it raises concerns about questionable...
Silver vs. gold-plated jewelry: what's the difference, and how to choose?
Everything you need to know to make the right choice according to your style and lifestyle You've fallen for a Dorothée Sausset jewel available in two versions (silver and gold) and you're hesitating. This is a question many jewelry buyers...
From the office to dinner: how to adapt your jewelry for all occasions
Key pieces and smart combinations to transition from one context to another Modern life demands versatility. You leave in the morning for a professional appointment and end the evening at dinner with friends, without ever going home. Knowing how to...
The art of stacking: wearing multiple necklaces or bracelets without a false note
The guide to mastering layering and creating combinations that suit you Layering (the art of stacking multiple pieces of jewelry) is one of the most enduring trends in contemporary jewelry. But stacking pieces without thought can quickly create a messy...
Inspirées par elles
Très souvent, mes bijoux naissent d’une histoire symbolique dont le sens me touche profondément, comme chacune des pièces de la collection. Parfois, cette même création naît aussi d’un visage, d’une présence ou d’une émotion très personnelle. Ce mois-ci, alors que...
How to wear your silver jewelry without damaging it: our care tips
Simple steps to preserve the beauty of your pieces over time Silver is a precious metal, but also a living metal. It reacts to its environment, changes color with time, and bears the trace of your daily adventures. This is...
Jaipur, Gemstone Capital of the World: What I Learned There
In the heart of Rajasthan, a city where every alleyway tells the story of gems from all over the world Jaipur. The Pink City. But before being pink, Jaipur is brilliant. With the sparkle of rubies, sapphires, emeralds, and citrines...
Cuba, India, Paris: My Travel Journal by a Borderless Creator
My journey: a life built between two hemispheres Some people choose their lives. Others let life build itself, journey after journey, encounter after encounter. I belong to this second category: those for whom every country crossed leaves a lasting impression,...
In the workshops of Jaipur: how Dorothée Sausset jewelry is born
Journey to the heart of ancestral craftsmanship, between gold, silver, and the hands of artisans Some cities seem made for jewelry. Jaipur is one of them. Nicknamed the "Pink City" for the color of its sandstone buildings, the capital of...
Un pour toi, un pour moi ! Fête des Mères
Pour célébrer la Fête des Mères, j’ai imaginé une attention particulière : pour un bijou choisi, le second est proposé avec -30 % grâce au code MOTHERDAY, à copier-coller au moment du paiement. Peut-être pour offrir.Peut-être pour se répondre l’un à l’autre.Ou simplement pour porter ensemble un même symbole. Cette année, j’avais envie...
Ce que l’on fait tous les jours…
Je suis allée voir l’exposition de Subodh Gupta au NMACC de Mumbai. C’est un artiste majeur de la scène contemporaine indienne. Il travaille à partir d’objets du quotidien comme des assiettes, des ustensiles ou ces boîtes en inox qu’on appelle...