Dark Elegance: Take-2

 (Above) Wang SS13

There are some designers who are bold with their signature style lines. There are some who are also innately gifted artists, poetic in their design aesthetic or have the eye of capturing distinct precision and execution all within a seam. And, when all of these elements come together (in fashion) they tend to either result in a beautiful masterpiece, unparalleled chaos, or a worthy and workable template of inspiration.

Haizhen Wang and Bernard Delettrez are two diverse designers that inspired me. Both possess an eye for detail and a specific showcase of style.

Of course, you may identify Delettrez from the name alone before glancing at his actual jewellery. His esteemed work has been sold in speciality stores from Lebanon to London. His daughter, Delfina also carries the designing trait, but one that dates back to a family of fashion history, Fendi. Quite the triple threat and gift of fashion, jewellery, and luxury. Delettrez was also one of the first designers to work with rock crystalwhich made him stand out, especially as a designer in the mid-eighties!

I love how Delettrez manages to marry precious stones with a gothic sensibilitythe outcome is appealing. In his work, you will find the pieces hauntingly opulent. There are white coral skull rings dressed in diamonds, claw cuffs made in the likeness of skeletal impressions, and necklaces that would garner more of an introduction than saying “statement” piece.

Wang, a Central Saint Martins graduate and 2012 Fashion Fringe winner presented a cutting-edge collection that displayed avant-garde in a structured, elegant, and daring way. Layering was effective throughout the line. Graphic prints and three-dimensional silhouettes were softened by Wang’s draping and tailoring abilities, which made the garments all the more alluring.

Wang and Delettrez both decided to make important career changes in 2010. Wang took a giant leap by launching his own label and expanding to open a workshop/boutique. Delettrez had already worked with emeralds and designed for H.Stern in the past, and by 2010 he eventually decided to strictly put his attention toward working on his own jewellery designs.

I’ve chosen these two designers, one an emerging talent, and the other who has been designing for over thirty years to show you how remarkable they both are … beyond contempo! You can view more of their works below.

Lucky Magazine Contributor blogger

  

(Above) Delettrez: Yellow, cabochon, & green sapphire ring, heart & diamonds ring, skull & chain necklace, claw cuff. Haizhen Wang Press Fashion Fringe

Haizhen Wang London Fashion

 

 (Above) Silver articulated crocodile ring

 Images: Haizhen Wang (Source), Bernard Delettrez (Source)

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72 comments

  • Ladyofashion says:

    I agree, thanks for your comment Rowena. xx

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  • DaintyDoll says:

    Love love it!! All of this is wonderful, I would wear it all!! xx

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  • Rowena Rolala Loves says:

    Thanks for introducing the work of these talented designers to us.  They both have such bold yet unique design aesthetics.

    Rowena @ rolala loves

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  • Hena Tayeb says:

    the claw cuff is incredible. 
    http://www.henatayeb.blogspot.com

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  • Vanessa, Take only Memories says:

    Loving the alegator rings! So cool!

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  • chris_ed says:

    Amazing and unique pieces! I love the necklace! kisses chris

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  • Megan Zietz says:

    love that black and white dress 
    Xo Megan, www.TfDiaries.com

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  • Blond Duck says:

    That clawed bracelet is so macrabe!

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  • Diana Marks says:

    Very unique and interesting pieces!
    LA By Diana Live Magazine

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  • Oh to Be a Muse says:

    Oh yeah, the jewelry is fantastic and I love the asymmetry of the clothing too.

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  • Always Maylee says:

    I love that black and white dress, so amazing!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Zarna! It's my favourite piece as well. Happy holidays! 🙂

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  • Zarna says:

    That claw cuff is SO amazing!

    http://www.zarnasrunway.com

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  • Zarna says:

    That claw cuff is SO amazing!

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  • Audrey Allure says:

    Stunning looks & pieces. I'm absolutely loving the black, white, gray, and red outfits!

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  • Diana Marks says:

    Very unique and interesting pieces!
    LA By Diana Live Magazine

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  • A Brit Greek says:

    I love seeing something a little different every now and again and the jewellery pieces do just that and look stunning (maybe it's the inner goth speaking to me).
    x.o.x.o

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  • Always Maylee says:

    I love that black and white dress, so amazing!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Zarna! It&#39s my favourite piece as well. Happy holidays! 🙂

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  • Zarna says:

    That claw cuff is SO amazing!

    http://www.zarnasrunway.com

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  • Zarna says:

    That claw cuff is SO amazing!

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  • Audrey Allure says:

    Stunning looks & pieces. I&#39m absolutely loving the black, white, gray, and red outfits!

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  • A Brit Greek says:

    I love seeing something a little different every now and again and the jewellery pieces do just that and look stunning (maybe it&#39s the inner goth speaking to me).
    x.o.x.o

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Haha. Glad that you liked them too Kim! xx  🙂

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  • Lyddiegal says:

    i love these strong angular pieces – so bold!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Haha. Glad that you liked them too Kim! xx  🙂

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  • Amy's Fashion Blog says:

    Awesome cuff

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  • Bravoe Runway says:

    There is so much talent in these designs, the bamboo claw bracelet is my favorite.

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  • LifeAndBows says:

    His pieces are so unique and artistic!
    XO
    Zhanna
    http://www.lifeandbows.com

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  • Lyddiegal says:

    i love these strong angular pieces – so bold!

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  • Maria bastida Guinea says:

    Love all the jewelry from this post! soo cool! 😉

    http://thegoldenpaillettes.blogspot.com/

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  • Amy's Fashion Blog says:

    Awesome cuff

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  • Bravoe Runway says:

    There is so much talent in these designs, the bamboo claw bracelet is my favorite.

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  • LifeAndBows says:

    His pieces are so unique and artistic!
    XO
    Zhanna
    http://www.lifeandbows.com

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  • Katherine / Corgis & Cocktails says:

    That ring is so cool – I love quirky pieces like that

    <3 katherine
    of corgis and cocktails

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  • Kim A. says:

    oh wow! these are awesome madison! i wouldn't mind having that claw cuff! hahaha fabulous statement pieces indeed.
     http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  • Ladyofashion says:

     It's my favourite as well. xx Enjoy your week.

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  • Ladyofashion says:

     Thanks so much dear. Yes, I loved the minimalistic showcase of Haizhen's collection. Thanks for reading. :)/Madison

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Sam! So happy to introduce you to these great designers.  xx/Madison

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks for reading Adeola! 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you. Yes, I agree, it's quite a unique aesthetic. 

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Me too! It's one of my favourites! xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

     Thanks love!
    Appreciate it! She will love it! xo

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  • Maria bastida Guinea says:

    Love all the jewelry from this post! soo cool! 😉

    http://thegoldenpaillettes.blogspot.com/

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  • Chic 'n Cheap Living says:

    Delettrez has some of the most unique jewelry out there.  Ahh I'd love a piece or two from Delfina's line some day!

    xoxo,Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  • SACRAMENTO Amate says:

    Love it.
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  • Couture Carrie says:

    Amazing post, darling!
    Love that claw cuff!

    xoxox,
    CC

    P.S. Sent your sister's info. along to the PR company handling the giveaway 🙂

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  • Feathers & Freckles says:

    That skeleton hand is such a cool idea for a cuff! Very neat 🙂 

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  • Katherine / Corgis & Cockt says:

    That ring is so cool – I love quirky pieces like that

    <3 katherine
    of corgis and cocktails

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  • Cafe Fashionista says:

    I love how fierce these pieces are – that claw bracelet is my personal favorite!!  🙂

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  • Kim A. says:

    oh wow! these are awesome madison! i wouldn&#39t mind having that claw cuff! hahaha fabulous statement pieces indeed.
     http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  • Kirstin Marie says:

    Oo I love that claw bracelet. It's fabulous.

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  • Ladyofashion says:

     It&#39s my favourite as well. xx Enjoy your week.

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  • Ladyofashion says:

     Thanks so much dear. Yes, I loved the minimalistic showcase of Haizhen&#39s collection. Thanks for reading. :)/Madison

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Sam! So happy to introduce you to these great designers.  xx/Madison

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks for reading Adeola! 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you. Yes, I agree, it&#39s quite a unique aesthetic. 

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  • Ladyofashion says:

     Thanks love!
    Appreciate it! She will love it! xo

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  • Anonymous says:

    Fabulous dresses and jewellery!

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  • Daniella says:

    Such wonderful designs  with both clothes and jewellery. The looks are incredible I love how structure has been fused with edgy minimalism whilst still managing to uphold a sense of femininity. A great post my dear, thank you ever so much for sharing 🙂

    Take care,

    Daniella xox

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  • tia_cherie says:

    This is very cool. It is good to see some unique different jewellery out there.

    tia-cherie.blogspot.com

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  • SACRAMENTO Amate says:

    Love it.
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  • Sam says:

    This seems like an incredibly creative and forward thinking brand, I've never seen jewellery pieces like this before, fantastic and unique, loved the last two outfits.

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  • kimbim says:

    omg, these collections are so elegant, the link necklace with gold wings is so dope!!!
    http://rock4less.blogspot.co.uk/

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  • francesca romana capizzi says:

    Delfina's creation are amazing, I always wanted to own a piece!
    Don't Call Me Fashion BloggerFacebookBloglovin'

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  • Daniella says:

    Such wonderful designs  with both clothes and jewellery. The looks are incredible I love how structure has been fused with edgy minimalism whilst still managing to uphold a sense of femininity. A great post my dear, thank you ever so much for sharing 🙂

    Take care,

    Daniella xox

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  • tia_cherie says:

    This is very cool. It is good to see some unique different jewellery out there.

    tia-cherie.blogspot.com

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  • THE-LOUDMOUTH says:

    These pieces are so funky and unique and a little creepy.  Love it!

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  • kimbim says:

    omg, these collections are so elegant, the link necklace with gold wings is so dope!!!
    http://rock4less.blogspot.co.uk/

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  • Adeola Naomi Aderemi says:

    This is more than wonderful!
    A all talent packed post!

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  • AlexisGrace says:

    There is so much talent here!  The talon bracelet, the first black and white look and the alligator ring.

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  • Fotini Little Treasures says:

    SUPER!!!!

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