Beyond the Light
An initiatory journey into the heart of ancient Egypt
This year, Valérie Messika explores the fascinating and mysterious lure of ancient Egypt. She unveils a solar and powerful High Jewelry collection: Beyond the Light, an incandescent shower of gold and diamonds - a promise of eternal radiance. The Parisian Maison dreams up a unique and mystical journey. A magical odyssey where passion, audacity and excellence compose an entrancing and majestic collection of unparalleled artistry. The Artistic Director perfectly blends her inspirations and know-how. Through a purity of form and graphic lines, an imperial look and exceptional stones, Valérie Messika conducts a retro-futuristic symphony subtly tinged with Egypt and its hypnotic mythology. Unique and innovative sets where diamonds are transformed from piece-to-piece result in a vibrant and mystic collection of jewels.
AKH-BA-KA
The odyssey of an exceptional diamond
The Maison of Messika is writing a new chapter in its history with a remarkable 33-carat diamond, an extraordinary stone that illuminates the centrepiece of the 2022 High Jewelry collection. Valérie Messika dares to take on an unexpected challenge by creating Akh-Ba-Ka, a set with a design inherently inspired by ancient Egypt mythology and style, conceived in diamonds and white gold. The hero diamonds featured within the set are 15 exceptional gems cut from the same rough diamond of 110 carats. In ancient Egyptian mythology, the KA symbolises vital energy and BA is representative of transformation, from flight to the afterlife. From the union of these forces springs AKH, the transfiguration of a person toward the light. Therefore Akh-Ba-Ka is transcendence, a fascinating epic of a rough diamond, as well as a story of transmission, family and unique know-how.
The 110-carat diamond is a daring adventure that began in the Lucara mine in Botswana. The mapping of the modular composition is then proceeded by the moment of metamorphosis of this raw 110 carat gem into 15 cut diamonds. A meticulous endeavor, the precision of the work is inspired by the very nature of the rough diamond, dictating which shapes are to be adopted. The devotion and expertise of the diamond dealer have joined forces with the audacious instinct of the designer to bring this 110-carat rough diamond back to life in an incredible and unique High Jewelry set that makes a milestone in the history of the Messika Maison.
Golden Shield
A set with solar radiance
Golden Shield is a journey towards the light - a solar and divine light - that radiates with grace from the power of gold. Composed of a contemporary choker, earrings with graphic geometric lines and lip jewelry, this daring set marks a return to yellow gold that is modern and inspired. The impressive necklace evoking the pharaonic finery was hand-made from a yellow gold plate. This exceptional work by the jeweller required long hours in the workshop to perfectly refine and curve this chocker until the gold was forged into form like a second skin. A precious metal of excellence for the Egyptians, gold is divine and embodies the flesh of the gods. Unalterable, it is a symbol of life and a source of immortality. A message of eternity is reflected through the power of diamonds. The stones are set as if in levitation, thanks to an ingenious system of pendants. Maison Messika has created an offbeat design for this set by playing on the planes and colour contrasts. The gold reveals all of its brilliance in a play of facets created by a mirror-polished effect that engages perfectly with the diamonds.
Breaking free from the codes of jewelry design and breaking genres, Move Iconica is a set of strength for mixed and liberated wear. Like a natural echo of the famous Egyptian cartouches, the Move Uno pattern is endlessly available in a subtle combination of shapes. Valérie Messika twists her iconic pattern once again and imagines ever more innovative ways of wearing it. The opulent jewels of the set are designed like a supple and vibrant fabric in effect from high-flying link work. The pieces become a second skin to perfectly fit in motion across every movement. To surpass oneself, to reinvent and constantly emulate inspiration is the art of the designer. Valérie Messika composes proposals open to all; subtly imprinted with an indication of Egypt. This fascinating civilisation was at the forefront across many subjects of style. Men and women were equally adorned in majestic ornamentation beyond simple accessories and were an integral part of their wardrobes. A mix of wear that inspires the Artistic Director for a casual High Jewelry set to wear across everyday life and special occasions.