Tiffany & Co.’s newest summer expression of Blue Book 2026 centres the beauty of nature from colourful flowers to bright birds – check it out below
The summer launch of Blue Book 2026: Hidden Garden is a celebration of vibrant gemstones and sculptural work to bring to life the beauty of nature in the world of jewellery.
The Collection Inspiration
The collection was designed by Nathalie Verdeille, Senior Vice President – Chief Artistic Officer, Tiffany & Co., alongside the Tiffany Design Studio.
Pieces have been created as reinterpretations of the iconic imagery first presented by Tiffany & Co.’s legendary designer Jean Schlumberger.
Vibrancy and liveliness sit at the heart of this collection with a range of textures, shapes, and shades to celebrate the planet’s vast array of nature.
Flora and fauna have been transformed into necklaces, rings, timepieces and more through sculptural silhouettes which have been brought to life through use of gemstones and extraordinary savoir faire.
What does the collection feature?
The collection can be explained in 5 sections: Raffia, Blossom, Daisy, Paradise Bird Brooches, and the Paradise Bird Toucan Watch.
The Raffia pieces are sculpturally inspired by the leaves on the Raphia Farinifera palm. The pieces feature deep tanzanites which have a rich blue-violet colour and are accented by brilliant rubies. The Raffia is mimicked through strands of platinum and 18k yellow gold with diamond accents.
Tanzanite has been present throughout Tiffany & Co. designs since it’s first introduction in 1968. As a nod to Jean Schlumberger’s signature twisted rope technique, each element across the pieces is anchored against two rope-like chains.
The Blossom pieces centre cabochon rubellites which the House expressed were: “selected for their rich, juicy red hue, [which] evokes the heart of a rare, blooming flower.”
These pieces mimic a bouquet and use more playful patterns to appear as if they are blooming across the skin of the wearer. The foundation of the pieces are formed by gold flowers, with platinum petals with cut-down pavé settings to give it more structure and enhance the floral feel. The accents are diamond-set gold described as a way to add ‘depth and brilliance’ to the pieces.
The Daisy pieces feature emerald-cut blue zircons alongside emerald cabochons. There is a clear focus on the movement of the petals in these variations as the shape of the necklace especially displays.
The variations in curvature are inspired by Jean Schlumberger’s design language. Diamond accents add to the textured surfaces which results in a balanced structure with natural movement.
Inspired by the House’s emblematic Bird on a Rock, the Paradise Bird Brooches feature fantastical vibrant birds atop bold gemstones. Australian boulder opals, chrysoprase, American chrysocolla and Nigerian spessartine were all selected by the House due to their vivid hues. Carved and faceted stones, paillonné enamel and diamonds brings each of the one-of-a-kind designs to life.
Finally, the Paradise Bird Toucan Watch reflects a miniature tropical display through use of magnificent gemstones, enamel artistry, gold sculpting, and gem-setting. The design shows a toucan bird is perched on a richly coloured chalcedony cabochon. The bird and dial sit on enamel foliage which is all hand painted across three coats which rests on four layers of opaque blue enamel. The dial itself requires over 80 hours of high-precision work to create.
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