Discover Les Navettes: A Royal Romance | Dyrberg/Kern NZ

Here at Dyrberg/Kern New Zealand, we are always searching for the perfect blend of history, artistry, and modern design. That’s why we are utterly captivated to introduce our breathtaking new Spring/Summer ’25 collection: ‘Les Navettes’.

This collection is more than just jewellery; it's a piece of history reimagined for the contemporary wearer. It’s a story of passion, power, and timeless elegance, designed to make you feel nothing less than extraordinary.

The Legend Behind the Cut: A King's Devotion

Every great piece of jewellery has a story, and ‘Les Navettes’ begins in the opulent court of 18th-century France. The collection is built around the iconic Navette cut (also known as the Marquise cut), a shape steeped in romance and legend.

The story goes that King Louis XV of France commissioned a jewellery cut to resemble the perfectly shaped lips of his beloved mistress, Jeanne Antoinette Poisson, the Marquise de Pompadour. This singular act of devotion immortalised her beauty, transforming it into a symbol of luxury that has endured for centuries.

The name ‘Navette’ itself means ‘little boat’ or ‘shuttle’ in French, hinting at the shape's graceful, elongated form that evokes both a pair of lips and a vessel gliding through water.

‘Les Navettes’: Where History Meets Modern Luxury

Our designers have masterfully captured the refined, lip-like elegance of this historic cut, translating it into a range of must-have modern luxury pieces.

The collection features:

• Sleek, Elongated Silhouettes: The distinct navette shape flatters the hand, wrist, and décolletage, creating a look that is both sophisticated and striking.

• Dazzling Light Play: Expertly set crystals catch and reflect the light from every angle, ensuring you sparkle with every movement.

• Versatile Designs: From delicate, everyday pendants that whisper elegance to bold, statement bracelets that command attention, there is a piece for every style and occasion.

‘Les Navettes’ brings a touch of historical grandeur to your contemporary wardrobe, allowing you to wear a legend.

Fall in Love with the Marquise Cut

“We fell for this crystal shape for its refined, ship-like elegance—and we think you will too.”

There’s a reason the Marquise cut has remained a favourite for centuries. Its unique shape is flattering, feminine, and inherently dramatic. It speaks of a confident elegance, a nod to the past with a firm eye on the future—much like the philosophy at the heart of every Dyrberg/Kern design.

Explore the Collection & Channel Your Inner Marquise

Are you ready to add a chapter of royal romance to your jewellery box?

Discover the entire ‘Les Navettes’ collection online now and find the piece that speaks to you. Embrace the legend, and let your style tell a story.

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