The luxury retailers present an extraordinary evening of craftsmanship, artistry and glamour at Miami’s Faena Hotel.
Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus co-hosted the third annual Bejeweled Ball in Miami, marking the first year the two iconic retailers came together to celebrate the world’s most prestigious jewelry maisons. Across the experience, guests discovered a dazzling array of fine jewelry, rare timepieces and one-of-a-kind styles, to both view and collect in an intimate, immersive setting. The gala brought to life the revered Bejeweled Ball and award-winning Bejeweled Book through an incredible product showcase of masterworks, reaffirming both retailers’ investment in creating extraordinary luxury experiences that deepen relationships with customers and brand partners.
“The Bejeweled Ball is an extraordinary expression of our collaboration with the world’s most renowned jewelry maisons, emerging jewelers and purveyors of fine collectibles, and we’re proud to unite Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus this year in celebrating a one-of-a-kind event with our distinguished customers,” said Tatiana Birkelund, SVP, Brand Partnerships & Buying Lead, Beauty, Jewelry, Gifts & Home, Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus. “Nearly half of the pieces showcased this evening are exclusive to Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus for this experience, underscoring our shared commitment to offering clients access to treasures they can discover nowhere else. It’s an honor to help curate an experience that reflects the radiant creativity and meaningful relationships at the heart of our jewellery business.”
At the Faena Hotel, guests enjoyed private shopping appointments with each jeweller, who created their own immersive environments to engage and delight clients. This year’s Bejeweled Ball includes:
- Boucheron: Displayed an extraordinary selection of creations from its Quatre, Serpent Bohème, Flèche, Lisere, Animaux and Plume de Paon collections, alongside three exceptional high jewellery pieces including the iconic Question Mark necklace.
- Chopard: Presented an exceptional selection of creations that unite artistry, heritage and modern refinement, including masterpieces from the Red Carpet, Ice Cube, Happy Diamonds, Alpine Eagle and L.U.C collections. Among the highlights is the new Ice Cube Secret Watch, a reinvention of the maison’s iconic design, crafted from gold and diamond-set cubes that conceal a hidden dial, showcasing over 800 hours of meticulous artistry and the perfect harmony between high jewellery and watchmaking mastery.
- Etho Maria: Showcased a dazzling selection including pieces from its Reflexion, Luxe, Bond, Waterfall and Diamond High Jewelry collections, alongside signature classics and one-of-a-kind creations. Highlights include medallion and V-shaped diamond necklaces of exceptional rarity, innovative titanium-and-gold earrings that balance boldness with wearability, and new designs showcasing pavé pink and fancy-shaped white diamonds in striking harmony.
- Pomellato: Displayed an exceptional curation of high jewellery creations from its Ode to Milan and Dualism of Milan collections, alongside limited masterpieces from the Pentagoni, Nudo High Jewelry, and Catene collections. Among the highlights is the Indigolite Blue Suite, a mesmerising parure from Dualism of Milan centered on the rare indigolite gemstone, its vivid hue of blue-green is brought to life through exquisite craftsmanship in rose gold, diamonds and over 2,000 intricately set stones.
- Siegelson: Presented an unprecedented collection of 75 masterworks of 20th century jewellery and objects of art. The New York Gallery brought together creations of exceptional artistry, rarity and provenance that define modern jewelry.
- Yeprem: Exhibited a curated selection of its most celebrated collections, including Y-Conic, Y-Not, Golden Strada, Pearlescent, Leathership, Reign Supreme, Y-Couture, Queenship and Y-Momento – each reflecting the maison’s distinctive blend of artistry and innovation. Among the highlights is La Rose de Minuit, an extraordinary limited-edition creation composed of 665 diamonds, alongside the Pearlescent collection, which reimagines pearls through Yeprem’s bold, architectural lens to embody the brand’s signature harmony of elegance and strength.
Held at the Forum in the Faena Hotel, the Bejeweled Ball experience transported guests into a world of tropical old-world glamour inspired by vintage botanical elegance. The gala also featured a curated selection of masterworks from our esteemed fine jewellery partners. The stunning selections were complemented by live music throughout the evening from Faena’s favourite musicians and bands, decor with a tropical Miami flair and a curated menu inspired by the setting’s vibrant elegance paired with fine wines and champagne. The ballroom had a dreamlike environment with lush palms, sculptural florals and exotic touches, which set the stage for an evening that blended tactile beauty with timeless sophistication.
The evening brought together leaders and representatives from each participating maison, along with top clientele and collectors from across the country. This year’s brilliant product offering and accompanying Look Book underscore the distinctive creativity and craftsmanship that make the Bejeweled Ball a truly exceptional celebration of luxury.