{"id":14942,"date":"2022-05-20T12:12:09","date_gmt":"2022-05-20T12:12:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loveluxury.co.uk\/?p=14942"},"modified":"2022-05-20T12:12:09","modified_gmt":"2022-05-20T12:12:09","slug":"special-van-cleef-arpels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/special-van-cleef-arpels\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is so Special about Van Cleef &amp; Arpels?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A luxury jewellery brand which was founded upon the marriage of Estelle Arpels and Alfred Van Cleef in 1895, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/jewellery\/van-cleef-arpels\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Van Cleef &amp; Arpels is characterised by its timeless<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, imaginative, creative, and often standout pieces \u2013 which are made with the finest of materials and fetch upwards of thousands of pounds both new and preloved.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">So, what is it that\u2019s so special about this particular jewellery brand and does it make a good investment for those seeking a safe and future-proof place for their capital?<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14944\" src=\"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/VCA-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"782\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/VCA-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/VCA-1-300x293.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/VCA-1-768x751.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/VCA-1-600x587.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The History of Van Cleef &amp; Arpels<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Van Cleef &amp; Arpels brand of French jewellery was born when Alfred and his father-in-law decided to open a boutique in 1906 \u2013 celebrating the union of their families whose businesses were stemmed in precious jewels and stone cutting. High standards and the finest materials are at the heart of each and every piece and overall collection that the brand launches.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To look at each piece from Van Cleef &amp; Arpels, and to assess how the brand has changed over the years, it pays to consider the importance of interior and other design work \u2013 be it art deco or simple modernism. The jewellery that Van Cleef &amp; Arpels releases is always <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.veranda.com\/luxury-lifestyle\/luxury-fashion-jewelry\/a36753451\/van-cleef-and-arpels-history\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">reminiscent of a historic event<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, a design movement, or a natural and beautiful discovery \u2013 as can be seen throughout its decades of collections and releases.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What are Van Cleef &amp; Arpels\u2019 most famous jewellery pieces?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When you think about this popular and high-value jewellery brand, the four-leafed clover pieces often come to mind first \u2013 with the brand releasing six different variations on their classic four-leafed clover design using different materials and structures. Considered the quintessential standard in Van Cleef &amp; Arpels collections, the four-leaf clover designs \u2013 known as the Alhambra line \u2013 are often the most recognisable and most popular with buyers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"enquirybutton\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/jewellery\/\">Instant Quote For Your Jewellery<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Why is this brand so popular?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Van Cleef &amp; Arpels brand combines quality craftsmanship with high-value materials and gemstones which give it its coveted and high-value status in the jewellery market.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Beyond that, it is Van Cleef &amp; Arpels\u2019 unique designs and culturally inspired influences which make it so coveted among A-list wearers and investment buyers alike \u2013 with the large and high-end following helping Van Cleef &amp; Arpels to establish a core place in the luxury market. After all, when well-known faces and famous individuals are pictured wearing a certain brand, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/glamourandgains.com\/van-cleef-arpels-alhambra-collection\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">value of that brand<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> increases exponentially almost overnight \u2013 something which has helped to buoy the success of this brand and others like it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Innovation and creativity: what makes this brand so unique?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The value of Van Cleef &amp; Arpels\u2019 jewellery lies primarily in the creative designs which separate it from other brands. Combining the influence of colourful gemstones and playful designs, this designer brand captures the light and decorative side of jewellery and \u2013 combining beauty with cultural influences and nature \u2013 puts the aesthetic on a par with the quality and material value.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">And that\u2019s not all. Van Cleef &amp; Arpels has also come out with some statement, standout, and downright unique pieces in the past \u2013 including the zip necklace which <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/topics\/celebrity-van-cleef-arpels\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">was made famous by Margot Robbie<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, and which captures the idea that something ordinary and every day is made beautiful with a little creativity. Other famous faces who have worn Van Cleef &amp; Arpels\u2019 jewellery in the past include the Duchess of Cambridge, Reese Witherspoon, Adele and Cameron Diaz.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14945\" src=\"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/VCA-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"786\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/VCA-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/VCA-2-300x295.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/VCA-2-768x755.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/VCA-2-600x590.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How does Van Cleef &amp; Arpels compare with other designer brands?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Comparing Van Cleef &amp; Arpels\u2019 jewellery with other designer brands means looking at everything from the quality to the story behind the brand, the materials that are used, and the demand which influences the market. As this brand was founded by those in the stone cutting and gemstones industry, it follows that design and aesthetic value are of high importance with each new collection. As such, when compared with other brands we tend to see Van Cleef &amp; Arpels as a more colourful and playful brand that holds its value both in the brand name and in the status of the stones embedded into each piece.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Alhambra collection is the most famous and therefore the best in terms of investment value, with this collection giving <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/topics\/know-my-jewellery-van-cleef-arpels\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Van Cleef &amp; Arpels a firm place at the top of the luxury jewellery market<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> alongside competitors like Cartier. This, combined with the innovative approach to design which enriches each Van Cleef &amp; Arpels release, makes the brand wildly different but on the same investment level as its competitors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How much do Van Cleef &amp; Arpels pieces cost?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Typically, a Van Cleef &amp; Arpels authentic and valued piece of jewellery will cost you thousands of pounds, with one of the most affordable pieces being the sweet\u00a0 Alhambra pendant which costs just over \u00a31000.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"enquirybutton\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/jewellery\/\">Instant Quote For Your Jewellery<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Are Van Cleef &amp; Arpels pieces a good investment?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">With a formal valuation and authentication as proof of quality, a Van Cleef &amp; Arpels piece of jewellery can be an excellent investment which sees you retain your money in the high value of the piece. In many cases, the cost and value of Van Cleef &amp; Arpels pieces increase over time \u2013 with the brand\u2019s status in the market ensuring that the demand is always high and that captive buyers can always be found if you choose to sell your piece down the line.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Alternatively, Van Cleef &amp; Arpels jewellery makes an excellent heirloom or long-term investment piece, as each collection is influenced by current world events and cultural statements \u2013 from the art deco vibes of the early 1920s to the more modern and colourful statements of recent collections.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Love Luxury can help you to sell an investment Van Cleef &amp; Arpels piece of jewellery, and also holds a number of pieces for those looking to buy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A luxury jewellery brand which was founded upon the marriage of Estelle Arpels and Alfred Van Cleef in 1895, Van Cleef &amp; Arpels is characterised by its timeless, imaginative, creative, and often standout pieces \u2013 which are made with the finest of materials and fetch upwards of thousands of pounds both new and preloved.\u00a0 So, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":14944,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[36,25,38],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-14942","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-jewellery","category-topics","category-van-cleef-arpels"],"featured_media_global":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14942","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14942"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14942\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/14944"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14942"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14942"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loveluxury.com\/topics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14942"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}