How pearls went from bourgeois baubles to boys' bling

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How pearls went from bourgeois baubles to boys' bling

CHANEL - (Made in France) Clip-on earrings in gold metal and glass paste. Jewelry dating from the 1980s. Dimensions: Diameter: 3 cm.

How pearls went from bourgeois baubles to boys' bling

Earrings

With pieces drawn from the extensive personal collection of Pharrell Williams, this is a stunning and unprecedented exploration of the “bling” in hip-hop culture and fashion.Few recording artists have had a greater hand in incorporating the culture of hip-hop into contemporary luxury than Pharrell Williams. Collaborati. With pieces drawn from the extensive personal collection of Pharrell Williams, this is a stunning and unprecedented exploration of the “bling” in hip-hop culture and fashion.Few recording artists have had a greater hand in incorporating the culture of hip-hop into contemporary luxury than Pharrell Williams. Collaborating with Louis Vuitton nearly two decades ago, Pharrell was the first to have his designs integrated into the haute joaillerie of the great maisons. His innovative team-ups continue through to the present day, most memorably with Tiffany and Chanel, and the watchmaker Richard Mille.The most extravagant of these chains, rings, and pendants—crafted in precious metals and studded with gems—are as much a part of Pharrell’s musical performance as they are of his personal style. His designs, which include one-off pieces such as solid-gold cases for mobile phones and handheld game consoles, have been legendary for featuring iconography of Pharrell’s own brands, Billionaire Boys Club and Ice Cream.This book was originally published with two different colored covers. Customers will be shipped either of the colors at random. Featured in the book are over 100 pieces, many of which he created in tandem with some of the most recognizable designers in the industry—such as Jacob & Co, Yoon & Verbal, and Lorraine Schwartz. With frequent collaborators such as NIGO® and Tyler the Creator, Pharrell discusses his role in the evolution of hip-hop jewelry, the processes involved in the creation of his one-of-a-kind custom pieces, and the state of connoisseurship in a growing market for the most extravagant of hip-hop collectibles.

How pearls went from bourgeois baubles to boys' bling

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Chanel x Pharrell William brooch A rare item for the Chanel collector Excellent condition Sold with dust bag and box 100% authentic

How pearls went from bourgeois baubles to boys' bling

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How pearls went from bourgeois baubles to boys' bling

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How pearls went from bourgeois baubles to boys' bling

pharrell williams chanel necklace- I want one!

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How pearls went from bourgeois baubles to boys' bling

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How pearls went from bourgeois baubles to boys' bling

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How pearls went from bourgeois baubles to boys' bling

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How pearls went from bourgeois baubles to boys' bling

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