Chaumet’s Hortensia earrings evoke the pastel colors of spring. Photo courtesy Chaumet.

BY LESLIE JORDAN CLARY

Chaumet’s Hortensia line is the classic example of jewelry inspired by nature. The colorful, lush hydrangea flower has become practically synonymous with the brand. Now three new high jewelry pieces have found their place among the collection. A brooch, pendant and a pair of earrings all embellish upon the hydrangea motif with pink gold, brilliant-cut diamonds, pink opals and pink sapphires to make a soft pastel floral arrangement. The launch of the new pieces corresponded with the unveiling of Chaumet’s second jewelry exhibition, Une Èducation Sentimentale, which will be on display at Musée Ephémère, located on Place Vendôme in Paris until Sept. 24. The Hortensia collection is available at Chaumet boutiques worldwide.

—Summer 2016