Pearl's Ark
Designer Theirry Martin's favourite jewellery stores guide. Creative director of Australian jewellery house Fairfax & Roberts, Thierry Martin has created bespoke pieces for some of the world’s most prestigious names, including Chanel, Harry Winston, Bulgari and Boucheron.
A regular visitor to Europe, the Paris-born designer nominates his favourite high-end jewellery shops in Paris and London. ParisBuccellati 4 Place Vendôme. +33 1 4260 1212. buccellati.comAlthough Buccellati was originally established in Milan in 1750, the boutique in Place Vendôme offers the best, most traditional selection. I rate the designs so highly because of their use of ancient techniques, tools and savoir faire. Even the prongs around the centre stones are like small sculptures.