Cartier turns up the volume with its latest Clash jewellery designs

by Lynette Koh

Not many  fine jewellery brands would make the punkish, pointed picot stud the central element of a key collection, but Cartier has a well-established knack for seeking inspiration from, and elevating, everyday forms and objects. First used in the brand’s creations in the early 20th century, the picot has become a Cartier signature and is one of the defining elements of its Clash jewellery collection.

The picot stud was first used by Cartier in the early 20th century in creations such as this headpiece (left of image).

Comprising primarily picot studs, clou carre pyramidal studs and beads — many of which are held in place but able to swivel freely — the Clash de Cartier collection has been regularly updated with fresh elements since its launch in 2019. These touches have included coloured gemstones such as amazonite and extra-large new sizes, and greater articulation for increased suppleness.