"What is Chanel Gripoix Jewelry?"
Costume jewelry was born in the early 20th century through a collaboration between Coco Chanel and Robert Goossens, who was a jewelry designer at Maison Gripoix at the time.
Goossens is known for its gorgeous jewelry made with glass and pearls.
He was also known as Monsieur Bijou.
Since the 1950s, he has collaborated with Chanel to create many iconic pieces.
It is a fusion of the vision of Coco Chanel, the founder of Chanel, and Gripoix's advanced techniques.
It occupies a very important position in the fashion industry.
"What is Maison Gripoix?"
Photo: Augustine Paris website
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Founded in 1869 by Auguste Gripoix.
Since the company's founding, the company has melted glass and poured it into molds.
They specialized in making jewelry using the Pâte de Verre technique, which creates beautiful jewel-like pieces.
Even now, more than 150 years after its founding, the company continues to uphold its traditions and produce not only jewelry but also lighting and interior accessories. 
Photo: Gripoix Paris website
"A masterpiece in keeping with Coco Chanel's vision"
Photo: WWD
In the first half of the 20th century, only the wealthy could afford to wear jewelry.
Coco Chanel in fashion
Wearing jewelry that matches your clothes
Someone who felt important.
It was born from her values
Chanel costume jewelry.
From those who cannot wear jewelry
It garnered a lot of support.
In that respect,
The high technical capabilities embodied by Maison Gripoix,
The innovative thinking that led to the creation of new materials
Aligned with Coco Chanel's vision
It was a fantastic collaboration.
"Rare and unique beauty"
Photos: S/S 1988 (left), S/S 1989 (right)
CHANEL advertising campaign
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Each piece of unique and valuable jewelry is handcrafted with attention to detail by the artisans of the Maison, which has a history of over 150 years.
The combination of high-quality glass and metal
It creates a unique beauty that is unlike any other.
"Why is it so expensive even though it's glass?"
I'm sure there are many people who have the same doubts after reading the explanation so far.
Why is Gripoix more expensive than other Chanel jewelry?
1. Handmade using the advanced techniques of Maison Gripoix,
A great deal of time and effort goes into each piece.
2. It is not mass-produced, but produced in limited quantities.
It has historical value and is highly rare.
3. High quality glass pearls, semi-precious stones and gold plating.
The cost of the material itself is also high.
4. Gripoix's unique artistic design and
A work of art born out of an era that combined Coco Chanel's innovative designs.
These four factors play a major role.
"Reprinted Gripoix"
We collaborated again with Maison Gripoix for the 2020/2021 FALL WINTER collection.
Photo: Vogue
