Saks Fifth Avenue unfurls lustrous, dazzling temptations during Luxury Pearl Week!

While each of these famed brands is unique and remarkable, all of their jewellery collections are united in their efforts to pay tribute to the timeless charm of pearls.

Considered to be the first name in pearl brands, season after season Saks has taken a huge initiative in bringing the best of pearls to the region and unveil the latest col-lections by these world famous brands.

Tawhid Abdullah, Managing Director, Damas Jewellery commented:

"We are very happy to be part of this initia-tive. The Middle East's relationship with pearls is a well known one as in times past it was a pearl diving centre. Hence women of the region are well acquainted with the qualities of a fine pearl and Dubai is considered one of the most discerning markets for pearls and fine jewellery. Lustrous, dazzling and beautiful, pearls are truly one of the most enchanting of gems. They have a timeless charm that continues to be treasured by women of all ages as they suit every skin type and personality. In fact, a pearl strand is one of the must-have jewels in a woman's jewellery wardrobe."

Damas' popular in-house brand Kiku Pearls proposes an array of dazzling accessories for the modern woman's demanding lifestyle. Combining the luster of pearls with the sheen of 18k yellow gold and white gold settings and enhanced by the dazzle of diamond brilliants these bewitching creations offer women very tempting options for both casual wear and as evening allure.

Utopia, the celebrated Italian brand named after Thomas More's mythical island 'Utopia,' is inspired by the ideals of the famed philosopher. Utopia aims for beauty that transcends time and space through excellence in jewellery design and craftsmanship. It is noted for ingeniously combining the sublime beauty of South Sea pearls, diamonds, gold and natural stones.

Paspaley, the pearling pioneer from Australia is the world's pre-eminent source of rare and beautiful South Sea pearls cultured from the 'pinctada maxima' the world's largest oysters. These are the largest pearls and are highly sought after by the world's leading jewellery houses and designers. Paspaley's famed jewellery collections include Stellar, Paradis, Eden and Ribbons which celebrate the beauty of these prized pearls.

Founded 30 years ago, Jewelmer pearls stand unique for their 'Ultimate Orient', a result of their thick nacre and the refraction of light as it penetrates through layers of aragonite crystals from the core to the surface. Its fine pearl jewellery echoes the sentiments of the young and the young at heart offering classic pearl strands as well as avant-garde creations for the trendy, modern woman.

Robert Wan is known as the 'Emperor of the Tahitian cultured pearl'. His eponymous brand embodies originality and versatility in its designs of its Tahitian Pearl jewellery in a universe that respects nature and brings to mind ancient civilizations. His designs pay tribute to the forces of nature as multifunction accessories blending style and sensuality.

'The Spirit of Pearls' is an apt motto for Gellner jewellery as its designs are conjured through miracles of nature, the talents of its top international designers, and the charisma of the wearer. Always classic and classy, Gellner jewellery features pearl designs with platinum, 24- or 18-karat gold, or stainless steel.