Club
Shawish Octopus Bracelet: Treasure From Deep Down Under the Sea
The founder of Shawish jewellery Mohamed Shawesh is a great visionary. First, in 2012, he surprised everyone with a ring that was entirely made from one rough diamond. Then he presented the ‘Beauty of the sea’ collection that featured crushed precious gemstones placed inside spheres with mermaids resting on them. So what is the next Shawish wonder? Read on to find out…
As well as the mermaid pendants and rings, Shawish created one more marine-themed jewel and a very special one: the Octopus bracelet. It is crafted from rose gold and encrusted with white and champagne diamonds topped with a pale pink pearl. The first time I saw the finished jewel was at Baselworld in May and I am still very much impressed by it!
Shawish Octopus Bracelet
“The idea of the octopus came from the amazingly smooth way it moves and its ability to manoeuvre its tentacles in a way that is so special and mysterious,” comments Mohamed Shawesh on the creative process behind the bracelet. The uniqueness of the bracelet is not in the way it’s constructed, but in the inbuilt illuminating system. Some lights are hidden below the precious surface and glisten with different colours when the mechanism is switched on. It can be turned on and off by simply pressing a tiny button on the side of the bracelet.
Only the creator knows exactly how this ingenious system functions. However, I managed to find out that there is some sort of battery inside that makes the lights shine. It needs regular charging which happens when the bracelet is stored in a specially designed jewellery box. It took a year and a half to create this high jewellery piece. “The most challenging thing was that this was the first time a jewel like this had been made. We had to discover a new way of thinking to make a jewel that perfectly combines both traditional craftsmanship and pioneering technology”. All in all, Mohamed succeeded in combining a playful design with technical advances. No wonder he was happy with the result: “we are happy even though reaching this level of innovation has been very hard.”
Shawish Octopus Bracelet
WORDS
Katerina Perez is a jewellery insider, journalist and brand consultant with more than 15 years’ experience in the jewellery sector. Paris-based, Katerina has worked as a freelance journalist and content editor since 2011, writing articles for international publications. To share her jewellery knowledge and expertise, Katerina founded this website and launched her @katerina_perez Instagram in 2013.
Related Articles
Mineral Masterpieces: Robert Procop on the Renowned 100 Carats Exhibition
Let me take you behind the scenes of this important suite of centennial gems…
Mocha Mousse: Getting Cosy with the Pantone Colour of the Year 2025
In keeping with its 25-year tradition, the Pantone Color Institute provided the fashion industry with a little winter pick-me-up back in December with the unveiling of its ‘Colour of the Year’ for 2025
Myriad Materials: Continuing the Story of Jewellery Artist Austy Lee
In fact, it is this choice of materials – gold, antique cameos, lacquer, and titanium, among others – that we will explore in this article. After all, why use what's readily available when there is a world of fabrications to explore?
Time to Shine: Enter the Debut Katerina Perez x Osmium Institute Design Contest
I am thrilled to announce an inaugural competition that will put your jewellery design expertise to the test!
Year of the Snake: Jewellery to Celebrate the Chinese New Year 2025
On Wednesday, January 29, 2025, the Chinese New Year will ring in the year of the Snake, specifically the Wood Snake, which has not presided over the calendar since 1965
Feminine Finesse: Women at the Bench Crafting Jewellery Masterpieces
I am sure all of you have heard incredible things about the power of the human touch. The same can be said for handcrafted jewellery - an artisan's hands can breathe life into metal, transforming it into something precious that embodies beauty and charm
Slithering Success: The Best Year of the Snake Watches for Chinese New Year 2025
Knock on Wood: Precious Wooden Jewellery for Luck and Grounding
Would you consider swapping gold and gemstones for wood?
Glorious Garnets: Why This Lesser-Known Gemstone is Undergoing a Renaissance
Found in the jewellery of Egyptian pharaohs and ancient Romans, the Victorians adored the red variety of garnet for which this gemstone is best known. Jewellery in the 19th century wasn’t just an accessory; it was a vehicle of expression
Heavy Metal: The Trend For Bold Gold Medallions Gathers Pace
Medallions infused with meaning are hot property right now, as jewellery lovers fall for the symbolism and style of these statement designs.
Chain Reaction: Shells Reinvented with the Melanie Georgacopoulos Katina Collection
Galentine Gifts: Jewels to Celebrate Female Friendships this Valentine’s Day
Latest Stories
Club
Club
Club
Add articles and images to your favourites. Just
Gem Focus:Brazil Gem Commerce
Discover a company specialising in the cutting and trading of Brazilian and African precious gems, including Paraiba, rubellite and morganite
Continue Reading
Club
Ask Katerina:Diamond Jewellery Styling Tips for Modern Dressing
Here are some of the answers I gave during the presentation to aid your jewellery dressing…
Brand Focus:Van Cleef & Arpels
Jewellery Insights straight to your inbox
Style Guide
Club
Club
Club
Club
