here are the winners of the BAGUE EXTRAORDINAIRE AWARD , chosen by me among the over 130 artists/designers participating in the Cluster Jewellery Fair, which took place in London in December 2024. it was not an easy task and I must say that there were inumerous incredible rings and so much more! i will soon share interviews with the three artists on Instagram, so stay tuned. GRACE MIELL CARMEN VOLLEBERGH SANDRINE DIODATI

Janine reached out to me over three years ago, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the connection we’ve built since then. Her work is absolutely stunning, and her passion is truly inspiring. Over the years, we've bonded over our shared love of rings, cats, and so much more. I always enjoy following her adventures—she travels often, and I love "tagging along" virtually. Her Top Tip Tuesday  series is a gem (don’t miss it—it’s practically a public service), and of course, I’m constantly in awe of her beautiful cluster ombré rings and all the colorful pieces she creates. We’ve shared plenty of laughs, whether it’s over the occasional rude comments that show up on our pages, the frequent use of tweezers that comes with our age, or the delightful chaos our fur babies get into. It’s been a joy to support her, and I deeply appreciate the support she’s shown me in return. When my daughter traveled to South Africa last year, Janine kindly offered to welcome her for a studio visit—which, unfortunately, didn’t pan out due to timing. But next time, for sure! This self-proclaimed mermaid is fabulous, funny, and full of energy, and I’m so glad she’s sharing her story here today. JANINE BINNEMAN I have been an independent jewelry designer for nearly thirty years- I can’t believe it’s been that long! I am a qualified goldsmith and gemologist BUT it is a world that I fell into ALMOST by accident.   I took a gap year after school and ended up in Southern Italy as an au pair; I wanted to study Graphic Design and did my university portfolio whilst living in Italy- my inspiration was influenced by the opulence and colors of Italian Design- especially living on the Amalfi coast with its incredibly bright and beautiful Ceramics. The University loved my portfolio but decided I would be better suited to studying jewelry design and manufacture- and voilà! here I am!   I am obsessed with Colored gemstones and sharing the never-ending variety and array of these magical creations of Mother Nature is my passion – most of which I find myself from dealers or mines themselves all over the world. I will only source via transparent and ethical supply chains and if it’s a woman owned business, I get even more excited. One on my most treasured connections is with a group of Artisanal Women Miners in Kenya who I buy my Mermaid Sapphire rough from.   I am an inherently curious and excitable soul and being given an opportunity to explore and express someone’s story through the unique jewelry I create for them is both a passion and a privilege. My heart literally does star jumps. My design process leans into the connections I make with my clients, be it in an in-person design consultation or an online conversation and from there the magic begins – exploring the colors, the meanings, shapes and sizes of the stones that speak to the client. It’s an organic process and no two Janine Binneman multi-colored, cluster rings have ever (or will ever) be the same.   Some of the rings I create may include stones from a client’s inherited jewelry or I may source a specific focal gem for their cluster – either way, there is always a story to tell about each final piece. Importantly, the recipient will have been on the sourcing and design journey with me – I believe this is what makes each and every cluster so much more valuable to the wearer, they are deeply embedded in the process. I have clients choose stones according to their intentions, their children’s (or dogs) birth months, because ‘green is their good luck color’ and blue the color of their partner’s eyes. The important thing is that the story is theirs and theirs alone. @janinebinnemanjewellery

Armach 1ct Oval White Diamond Organic Engagement Signet Ring Ellis and I first connected on Instagram back in 2022 — I came across her work and was immediately captivated. Fast-forward a couple of years, and we reconnected through Clio Saskia , who had kindly invited me to meet her and other artists at the Goldsmiths' Centre in London (I was there in December for a few days of events and visits). Ellis is such a confident young woman with extraordinary talent and impeccable taste. It was an immense treat not only to meet her in person but also to be welcomed into her atelier, to try on her stunning pieces, and to dive into wonderful conversations about jewelry and creativity. I took several beautiful photos, which I shared both on Instagram and on the blog. It brought me so much joy when she accepted my invitation to be featured in the Spotlight — her deep passion for her heritage shines through all of her work. It has truly been a pleasure to stay in touch with her and to continue sharing her incredible artistry. ELLIS MHAIRI CAMERON I create sculptural gold & diamond jewelry, inspired by Scottish heritage. Originally from the Highlands of Scotland, I grew up surrounded by the seascape and mountains; places filled with history that feel primal and beautifully raw. These early experiences formed my love for imperfect beauty, erosion, and began my research into topophilia*; the term for a bond with one's environment - a person's mental, emotional, and cognitive ties to a place.   In terms of my journey into jewelry, I initially moved from the Scottish Highlands to Glasgow in 2010 to take up a place on an art foundation course. I initially applied with an intent to study sculpture or painting, but discovered jewelry and fell in love with its potential. For me, jewelry encompassed a little bit of everything; I could collage and paint in design sketchbooks, before moving into small scale three-dimensional ''sculpture'', through creating jewelry. I then went on to learn technical skills through a BA in Jewelry & Silversmithing at The Glasgow School of Art, before moving to London in 2015, to study for a Masters in Jewelry Design at Central Saint Martins.  I launched my jewelry brand in 2018, with a desire to create jewelry inspired by my heritage, a belief in the beauty of imperfections, hand craftsmanship and to provide clients with jewelry to be handed down the generations. Today in 2025, my team and myself are based in a by appointment studio at The Goldsmiths Centre, London. Stockists such as Twist and Liberty London now sell my work internationally and I have been lucky enough to be featured in articles and photoshoots in publications such as VOGUE, Financial Times HTSI, Sunday Times Style & FORBES.  In terms of upcoming events, we show twice a year at Melee in NYC and in August we also travel for trunk shows at our stockist Esqueleto - this year we will be travelling to all four Esqueleto locations; NYC, LA, Mill Valley & Oakland.  I am currently working on a new collection of work, to launch August 2025. In March 2024, The Goldsmiths Company awarded me a Large Bursary Grant to continue my engraving studies, so I am really enjoying this process of bringing new techniques into my work. April - June is normally my design development time, so this is always an exciting time for research for me.  Armach Diamond Eternity Ring Armach Diamond Eternity Ring Armach Diamond Eternity Ring @ellismhairicameron

curadoria de anéis, artistas joalheiros novos ou estabelecidos, entrevistas, galeria de anéis fancythisrings welcome, everyone. curatorship this is one of the things I absolutely love to do nyc jewelry week Last August, I had the incredible honor of being invited by Bella Neyman and Chantel Gushue to curate the latest round of DISCOVER applications. Artists from all over the world apply for the chance to showcase their work on this amazing platform, and I was absolutely thrilled to be part of the selection process. Curating was both a rewarding and humbling experience—I fully understood the weight of the responsibility, and it was no easy task to make final decisions. One piece of advice for those considering applying: make sure your Instagram is cohesive and professional, your photos are high-quality, your website is engaging and easy to navigate, and most importantly, keep an eye on your inbox for updates. The DISCOVER page, featuring all the selected artists, officially launched on November 18, in celebration of the first day of NYCJW24. Go take a look! london calling! London was incredible! I’ve shared all about AURIC, the CLUSTERJEWELLERY fair, my visits to the Goldsmiths’ Centre and Kasun—everything’s up on the blog. There are dedicated posts where I dive into the events and visits in detail, with plenty of photos to bring it all to life. an important update: I’m thrilled to share that I’ve been invited by the Head Curator of CLUSTERJEWELLERY to continue our partnership—which means the BAGUE EXTRAORDINAIRE award lives on! I’ll be selecting the next recipients at each upcoming fair, and I couldn’t be happier! salut les garçons magazine rédactrice & brand content interviews with extraordinary artists, connaisseurs, bloggers and, of course, filled with lots of rings. issue #4 is sold out, issue #5 is available at Palais de Tokyo (among other venues). issue #6 is already available for purchase via KD PRESS. collaboration

the story behind fancythisrings & eliane about fancythisrings @fancythisrings was created in 2020, right in the midst of the pandemic. Eliane has always had a deep love for rings, and on a whim, she decided to start a page dedicated to them. With no prior experience, she simply took the leap—and never looked back! Fast forward five years, and @fancythisrings has grown into a thriving community that Eliane couldn’t be more grateful for. Connecting with and meeting so many incredible people has been a true privilege, and it’s something she looks forward to every single day. She takes pride in having built what can only be described as a ‘digital gallery’—featuring over 5,250 rings (and counting)—while fostering a positive, inspiring space for all. Beyond curating stunning pieces, her greatest joy lies in showcasing emerging talent and championing independent artists. about eliane Eliane de Luca Peres was born in São Paulo, Brazil, and has lived in Sweden, Panama, and Canada. She currently resides in the south of France, in La Ville Rose—Toulouse. With extensive experience in Communications and PR, Eliane has worked with some of the most prestigious advertising agencies in São Paulo, including Ogilvy & Mather, McCann-Erickson, DDB, and Leo Burnett. Alongside her advertising career, she has nurtured a lifelong passion for bold, extravagant, and audacious jewelry—particularly rings. Today, when she’s not hunting for unique rings, Eliane works as an English and Spanish tutor for children and teens, translates for the Brazilian advertising market, and writes a regular column for the Paris-based magazine Salut les Garçons.

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