Sabine Ghanem: Timeless, antique jewelry

Designing alluring jewelry is an art that requires a great deal of understanding of various cultures. And Swiss-born London-based jewelry designer Sabine Ghanem’s pieces certainly have that feel. She balances the antique touch with the young, playful and refined attributes giving her jewelry a different look altogether. In an exclusive interview with Arab News, she talks about her love of jewelry and what it means to her.

When did you realize your love for jewelry?
I always loved jewelry but I never imagined I would be doing it as a business! I am happy things have gone well for me. It’s just wonderful.

What do you love the most about it?
Jewelry is timeless. It stays forever and can be passed on through generations.

Where do you get your ideas from to integrate in your designs?
I come upon my ideas from the past, from people I admire, from various cultures and eras. There is a lot to be inspired by.

What are the things you get inspired by instantly?
I would say people. It’s yes or no, it’s very simple. After that, it’s music. The effect of which is instantaneous. So I am very much a fan of opera music. It’s quite scintillating.

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Sabine Ghanem: Timeless, antique jewelry