When Saks Fifth Avenue opened its doors for the first time on September 16, 1924, it was the greatest retail moment New York City had ever seen. Thousands—including, rumor had it, the Prince of Wales—were in attendance, lured by the promise of a new, ultra exclusive shopping experience. A century later, the storied department store’s first high jewelry collection is causing a similar stir for its exceptional diamonds, custom designs, and personal service.
A round diamond rivière necklace and matching stud earrings.
Fittingly, the 200-piece debut collection leans into the classics—but with a clean, modern flair. A pair of radiant-cut fancy intense yellow diamonds is set in gold drop earrings; a simple diamond tennis bracelet is elevated by a collection of stones set without any visible metal, giving the appearance of floating against the skin. From a rare 100-carat pear-shaped pendant to investment-worthy fancy colored pink and blue diamonds, every piece is crafted to spotlight the singular beauty of stones.
Saks Fifth Avenue’s high jewelry team will also work with clients to fulfill special and rare requests, be it a custom cushion-cut or a carat weight that reflects a meaningful number, such as a birthday or anniversary. Indeed, the service, available by private appointment and through the Fifth Avenue Club, may be the most exclusive thing to happen to the brand since 1924.
Saks Fifth Avenue’s first high jewelry collection was unveiled at Auberge Resort Collection’s Hotel Jerome in Aspen and Madeline Hotel & Residences in Telluride. And discover exclusive personal styling services at the retailer’s Fifth Avenue Club outposts located at Bowie House in Fort Worth, Stanly Ranch in Napa Valley and Commodore Perry Estate in Austin.