retro era (1939 - 1950)
Historical background
Post war, Golden Age of Hollywood, Dior’s “New Look” (1947)
materials & techniques
rose gold, post war, large semi precious stones (topaz, aquamarine, amethyst)
themes & motifs
bold, Machine age,
Famous names
Van Cleef & Arpels, Bulgari, Trabert & Hoeffer-Mauboussin, Paul Flato, Verdura, Suzanne Belperron
Must haves
retro gold bracelet, bib/collar necklace, a brooch for every outfit
