Philippe Medawar Collections
Designed specially with you in mind…
Gravity Defying Collection
For over 40 years Philippe Medawar has been amazing clients with inventive gem-setting styles that truly seem to defy the law of gravity. Metal choice, finger size, and the precise dimensions of the gemstones are all factors that Philippe Medawar must carefully consider when carving floating and bezel-set mountings. Rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces display more scintillating sparkle and fire than their prong-set counterparts, since more of the gemstone’s facets are exposed to light.
Philippe Medawar was inspired to design The Gravity Defying Collection when his eldest child was cut on a family member’s ring when only 24 hours old.
That unfortunate event birthed a jewelry collection that, by design, best showcases gemstones in setting styles that are uncommonly beautiful, comfortable and also safe for the wearer.
The jewelry from this collection features smooth, streamlined designs without sharp edges or rough prongs to catch on apparel or the people you care for. Many lovers of this collection are healthcare professionals who pull latex gloves on and off all day, mother's with young children and others with active lifestyles. The Gravity Defying Collection is a collective masterpiece from the heart of Philippe Medawar to you and your family.
Mother's Collection
Philippe Medawar honors all those devoted to the care of children and family with the lovingly designed Mother's Collection that symbolizes the gift of life. This custom jewelry collection emphasizes soft curves, smooth edges and sparkling colored gemstones celebrating a rainbow of precious family members and those who love them. Clients may choose from necklaces, earrings, bracelets or rings that showcase individual birthstones from an array of loose gemstones in the Philippe Medawar vault. Each commissioned piece is uniquely designed and hand-crafted by Philippe Medawar at his in-house atelier in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Whether caring for an infant, a lonely neighbor or one’s elderly parents, Philippe Medawar created this collection to say thank you – your work is not in vain – caring for God’s children, of all ages, has eternal value.
Spectral Colors Collection
It’s a grey Michigan day so you reach for a bright yellow sweater or necktie – Philippe Medawar agrees – we all need color! Gazing upon particular colors changes one’s outlook and also complements your individual style. Historically, famous monarchs had trademark jewelry items that were synonymous with their reign. Just so, we all reach for those adornments whose colors lift our mood or complement our eyes, complexion or apparel. The Spectral Colors Collection of jewelry is a gift from Philippe Medawar that celebrates a plethora of gemstone species and varieties in an explosion of colors. Always at the forefront of fashion trends, while also providing the classics, Philippe Medawar clients may choose from handpicked colored gemstones...
...many of which are one-of-a-kind carved wonders by gifted lapidary artisans.
Philippe Medawar often receives inspiration from the gems themselves and thoughtfully sets them in hand-carved gold or platinum settings designed to animate the stone's spectral colors and facets. Whatever the occasion, the mood, or the condition of the sky, wearing jewelry from Philippe Medawar Spectral Colors Collection will invariably make the day sunnier!
Journeé/Lifestyle Collection
As quickly as the clouds drift by on a breezy, summer day, so does life. Age teaches many things and among the lessons is the wisdom to not wait to enjoy the everyday gifts that life brings. Whether your life encompasses a 9-5 job, raising children or retirement, every day is worth celebrating with the Philippe Medawar Journeé/Lifestyle Collection of jewelry. An easy to wear collection designed with active lifestyles in mind, this collection will take you from office to the golf course with ease. The dedicated staff at Philippe Medawar advises clients to consider profession, hobbies and preferences when choosing fine jewelry. Whether you are gardening, shopping with friends or cruising from the marina in Holland to lunch in Saugatuck, Philippe Medawar's Journeé/Lifestyle Collection will complement your journey in style.
Soirée/Cocktail Collection
Certain events are more enjoyable by candlelight and much more enjoyable when your jewelry is as sparkling as the stars! Philippe Medawar’s Soirée/Cocktail Collection is designed with those special events in mind. Attending fund-raisers, enjoying dinner with old friends, cozying up by the fire after the children are tucked in bed, are all diamond worthy! The Soirée/Cocktail Collection is a stunning compilation of jewelry designed to make you glitter in the evening. Whether you’re a symphony, ballet or theatre aficionado, the event will be extra special when wearing Philippe Medawar jewelry that evokes cherished memories with each wearing. Philippe Medawar's Soirée/Cocktail Collection celebrates the laughter of family and friends, the evening wedding reception, the Christmas Eve candlelight service, or any twilight event, by adorning you with sparkle to rival the night sky.
