The definitive book on the famed jeweler Harry Winston is revised and updated, with over forty new images featuring some of the world’s most iconic jewels, modern masterpieces, and celebrity-worn creations.
From the iconic Hope Diamond to the famous “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” and from runways and red carpets to presidential inaugural balls, Harry Winston jewels have become synonymous with international glamour. Established in New York in 1932, Harry Winston quickly ascended to the pinnacle of the global diamond industry. Winston revolutionized jewelry design by acquiring prestigious estate collections and transforming their precious stones into modern, captivating pieces. This book celebrates Winston’s most stunning jewels and designs through mesmerizing advertising campaigns, historical photos, and celebrity moments, while also highlighting the significant stones the company has worked with, such as the Hope, Lesotho, and Vargas Diamonds. Showcasing both archival and contemporary jewels and watches—worn by stars like Elizabeth Taylor, Gwyneth Paltrow, Halle Berry, and Marilyn Monroe—this book features some of the most remarkable creations and timepieces ever made.