From the old cradles of civilization, science and arts, to the future-forward cities of tomorrow, the Middle East has always given us wonder, inspiration and exceptional stories. The abundance of history and culture does, without a doubt, feed the creative minds and fuel them with experiences and context that is hard to find elsewhere on the planet. These rich, complex influences are evident in the work of our pick of 5 inspiring and very inspired local designers to keep on your radar (and in your jewelry box):
Atelier Liya
Founded by: Lana Nassar
Location: Lebanon
Lana watched her grandmother collect timeless jewelry and unconsciously began to create a connection to the art. Seeing these pieces become family heirlooms, passed down generations, she began to understand how each gem can grow to become a connection, a reminder, and a story. Through her love of beautiful things, and poetry, LÏya was born.
- ATELIER LIYA Give Hope Mini 18K Yellow Gold PendantSAR19,089
- ATELIER LIYA Give Love Mini 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel PendantSAR13,565
- ATELIER LIYA Love Wins Mini 18K Yellow Gold PendantSAR8,937
- ATELIER LIYA The Flag Mini 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel PendantSAR9,972
- ATELIER LIYA The Universe 18K Yellow Gold Light Green Enamel EarringsSAR12,281
- ATELIER LIYA The Universe Mini 18K Yellow Gold Navy Enamel PendantSAR8,789
- ATELIER LIYA The Key Mini 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel PendantSAR10,018
Savolinna
Founded by: Hessa Alshafani
Location: UAE
When Hessa creates, she does it with a lot of passion: passion for enameling, chunky gold, and above all emeralds. Inspired by the cultural diversity and heritage of the designer’s home city, Dubai, Savolinna’s pieces are bold, fearless, yet full of elegance and a femininity that is hard to miss.
- SAVOLINNA A2Z Signet in 18K Yellow Gold and Diamonds RingSAR12,470
- SAVOLINNA Linette Piorra in 18K Gold and Emeralds Ear CuffSAR3,210
- SAVOLINNA Scala in 18K Gold and Emeralds Ear ClimberSAR20,253
- SAVOLINNA Ferox in Trillion in 18K White Gold with Diamonds And Emeralds BraceletSAR31,869Out of stockView More
- SAVOLINNA Linette in 18K Black Gold And Emerald Pear-Shaped Long EarringsSAR12,101Out of stockView More
Nada Ghazal
Founded by: Nada Ghazal
Location: Lebanon
Nada’s designs are loaded with feelings, memories and experiences. Moments, thoughts and sensations are captured in undulating waves of gold that are contrasted with precisely set diamonds and precious gems, celebrating our unique complexities. While her jewels are in essence deeply personal, they convey universal emotions, allowing the wearer to embrace them as part of their own story.
- NADA GHAZAL My Muse 18K Yellow Gold and Champagne Diamond Urban Winter Thin RingOut of stockView More
- NADA GHAZAL My Muse 18K Yellow Gold and Tsavorite Urban Color Small RingOut of stockView More
- NADA GHAZAL Baby Malak Flourish Small Marquise 18K Yellow Gold RingSAR13,556
- NADA GHAZAL Baby Malak Original Champagne 18K Yellow Gold RingSAR21,130
Joanna Dahdah
Founded by: Joanna Dahdah
Location: Lebanon
Joanna’s inspiration and style has been guided by her passion for art, an acute and unconventional sense of beauty, an instinctive understanding of materials and unique craftsmanship. Her collections are interpreted through these unique insights and instincts, giving us plenty of unique, versatile pieces that work best together, in abundance! Need a collection to binge-buy and stack? Look no further!
- JOANNA DAHDAH Large Link 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet with Tsavorite HookSAR7,113
- JOANNA DAHDAH Lila Green Enamel 18K Yellow Gold RingSAR24,941
- JOANNA DAHDAH Liberty Full Diamond 18K Yellow Gold ChainSAR23,070
- JOANNA DAHDAH Tsavorite Hook 18K Yellow Gold ChainSAR9,237
- JOANNA DAHDAH Large Mila Heart Burgundy Enamel 18K Rose Gold PendantSAR26,188
- JOANNA DAHDAH Medium Mila Heart Lapis Enamel 18K Rose Gold PendantSAR13,302
- JOANNA DAHDAH 3 in 1 All Gold 18K Yellow Gold EarringSAR11,685
- JOANNA DAHDAH Large Diamond Hook 18K Yellow Gold BraceletSAR27,089
Binsabbar
Founded by: Faisal Binsabbar, Saleh AlRasheed and Mohammed AlSalamah
Location: Saudi Arabia
“The house” of Binsabbar is a Saudi multidisciplinary design studio, founded by 3 gentlemen. Their interest in the beauty of nature and the world’s ancient civilizations, especially the treasures of the desert culture are clear, as these inspirations are refined into precious and unique masterpieces. The brand’s distinct aesthetic has us hooked! So get on this moving train and discover their collection, literally made of stars.
- F.BINSABBAR Mare 18K Pink Gold Pave Diamonds PendantSAR15,600
- F.BINSABBAR Aldebaran 18K White Gold Pave Diamonds PendantSAR14,100
- F.BINSABBAR Aldebaran 18K Yellow Gold Onyx PendantSAR4,850
- F.BINSABBAR Aldebaran 18K Yellow Gold Malachite PendantSAR4,850
- F.BINSABBAR Aldebaran 18K Yellow Gold Diamond PendantSAR9,250
- F.BINSABBAR Aldebaran 18K Pink Gold Diamond PendantSAR8,100