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GEMOLOGUE by Liza Urla is featuring exquisite global discoveries, trendy urban street style, exclusive interviews and rare jewellery reviews – a celebration of fine jewellery, fashion jewellery and vintage jewellery. In April 2015, GEMOLOGUE won Best Blog in Fashion Category at UK Blog Awards 2015.

12/10/2026

Some jewels are impossible to walk past. This was the very first necklace that caught my eye when I entered Amrapali in Doha, and naturally, the first one I asked to try on.

And what a necklace.

Inspired by the extraordinary Amrapali Bharatam necklace originally created for Nita Ambani, this smaller interpretation brings together the jewellery traditions of India in one magnificent composition.

Mughal-style flat-cut diamonds, hand-cut gemstones from Jaipur, South Indian pendants, Rajasthani influences, rubies, tourmalines and pearls. And if you think the front is impressive, wait until you discover the colourful enamel work on the reverse.

There is something about traditional jewellery that moves me in a way contemporary design sometimes cannot. The richness of the craftsmanship, the symbolism, the layers of history, the extraordinary patience behind every detail.

I believe we owe so much to our jewellery heritage. These techniques, traditions and artistic languages deserve not only to be preserved, but celebrated, studied and passed on to future generations.

And I would genuinely love to see more jewellery houses exploring their cultural heritage with this level of ambition. Not simplifying it to suit contemporary tastes, but allowing all that richness and complexity to shine.

What I particularly love about Amrapali is its willingness to embrace the extravagance of Indian jewellery. The colour, the scale, the abundance of details. Nothing apologetic about it.

I could have spent hours discovering the stories behind this one necklace alone.

Swipe to see me wearing it, followed by the fascinating explanation of its craftsmanship and inspiration.

Would you wear a traditional jewel of this magnitude, or would you rather admire it as a work of art?

Some jewels are impossible to walk past. This was the very first necklace that caught my eye when I entered Amrapali in ...
12/10/2026

Some jewels are impossible to walk past. This was the very first necklace that caught my eye when I entered Amrapali in Doha, and naturally, the first one I asked to try on.

And what a necklace.

Inspired by the extraordinary Amrapali Bharatam necklace originally created for Nita Ambani, this smaller interpretation brings together the jewellery traditions of India in one magnificent composition.

Mughal-style flat-cut diamonds, hand-cut gemstones from Jaipur, South Indian pendants, Rajasthani influences, rubies, tourmalines and pearls. And if you think the front is impressive, wait until you discover the colourful enamel work on the reverse.

There is something about traditional jewellery that moves me in a way contemporary design sometimes cannot. The richness of the craftsmanship, the symbolism, the layers of history, the extraordinary patience behind every detail.

I believe we owe so much to our jewellery heritage. These techniques, traditions and artistic languages deserve not only to be preserved, but celebrated, studied and passed on to future generations.

And I would genuinely love to see more jewellery houses exploring their cultural heritage with this level of ambition. Not simplifying it to suit contemporary tastes, but allowing all that richness and complexity to shine.

What I particularly love about Amrapali is its willingness to embrace the extravagance of Indian jewellery. The colour, the scale, the abundance of details. Nothing apologetic about it.

I could have spent hours discovering the stories behind this one necklace alone.

Swipe to see me wearing it, followed by the fascinating explanation of its craftsmanship and inspiration.

Would you wear a traditional jewel of this magnitude, or would you rather admire it as a work of art?

I went to Doha with a professional eye. I left with several emotional attachments.My first visit to Qatar for the Doha J...
10/10/2026

I went to Doha with a professional eye. I left with several emotional attachments.

My first visit to Qatar for the Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition , and I completely lost myself — in the best possible way.

The selection was exceptional, even for someone who spends her life looking at jewellery. The colour, the craftsmanship, the sheer pleasure of seeing so many extraordinary pieces together. I kept finding a new favourite. My loyalty lasted approximately one display case.

But what I’ll remember is the people, too. The designers sharing their stories, the collectors with such individual tastes, the familiar faces and new friends. There is something wonderful about being surrounded by people who don’t need your jewellery obsession explained.

And the sparkle wasn’t only happening in the showcases. Looking at what everyone was wearing became an activity in itself.

This is somewhere to truly indulge in the world of jewellery. To look closely, ask questions, try things on and discover something you didn’t know you loved. Preferably without anyone asking how much longer you need.

Twenty moments from inside that very happy distraction. Some beautifully photographed, others taken on my phone between appointments. The jewellery was consistently spectacular. My camera arrangements were rather more improvised.

Thank you, Qatar, for the generous hospitality and such a warm welcome. And to everyone who opened a tray, shared a story or tempted me to stay a little longer.

Clearly, it worked.

09/10/2026

THE POWER OF JEWELLERY

Occasionally, I come across a jewellery look that makes me forget just how much exceptional jewellery I’ve already seen.

This was one of those moments.

Wearing in Doha, I fell completely in love with the Seville necklace. Oval yellow diamonds framed by the most intricate Tahitian mother-of-pearl inlay, creating a beautiful transition from golden yellow to the darker tones of the shell.

And here’s what fascinated me: sourcing the diamonds was apparently the easy part. Finding enough Tahitian shell with precisely matching colour and iridescence was the real challenge.

Then there’s the construction. The long diamond necklace was designed to flow like water, with its gold connections almost disappearing as it moves. The earrings embrace the earlobes with surprising lightness, while the ring features a seven-carat fancy yellow cushion diamond surrounded by mother-of-pearl and a delicate arrangement of marquise diamonds.

I love the unapologetic glamour of wearing the entire look, especially with my matching outfit. But what truly captivated me was how effortlessly these remarkable jewels sit on the body.

The long necklace, in particular, is one of the most beautiful diamond necklaces I’ve tried on in a very long time.

Some jewellery you admire. Some you simply don’t want to take off.

08/10/2026

A pearl necklace with a working zip. Yes, really.

And the story behind zips in jewellery is almost as fascinating as the jewellery itself.

In the 1930s, Elsa Schiaparelli was turning something as ordinary as a zip into a rather extraordinary detail of haute couture.

The Duchess of Windsor, famously the woman for whom a British king abdicated, is often credited with taking the idea one step further: imagining a zip made from precious stones.

Now, jewellery historians may have a few things to say about who inspired whom and when. The history is wonderfully tangled, and I have no intention of starting a jewellery war over a zip.

What I do want to show you is interpretation, which I discovered at the Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition.

Australian South Sea pearls, diamonds, a fully functioning zip that changes the neckline, and a detachable pearl tassel. A rather clever way to make a classic pearl necklace anything but predictable.

What I particularly enjoy is the sense of humour behind it. After all, why shouldn’t serious jewellery have a little fun?

Now I’m curious. Would you unzip your pearls?

08/10/2026

Can jewellery carry energy?

My final jewellery encounter in Doha was with Silvia Furmanovich, and what a beautiful way to finish.

Wood marquetry, opals, sacred seeds from Nepal, intricate Iranian craftsmanship and natural blister pearls. Materials you wouldn’t necessarily expect to find together in high jewellery.

What I admire about Silvia is her curiosity. She looks beyond conventional jewellery-making, working with traditional techniques and unexpected materials to create pieces that feel like miniature works of art.

We also spoke about something that fascinates me: the energy we associate with gemstones and why certain pieces seem to choose us rather than the other way around.

Do you believe jewellery can carry energy, or is it simply the emotional connection we create with it?

YEPREM YEPREM since 1964 has a rather different idea of what jewellery should look like. And where it should be worn.Swi...
07/10/2026

YEPREM YEPREM since 1964 has a rather different idea of what jewellery should look like. And where it should be worn.

Swipe through my edit and tell me which piece you would choose.

During my visit to YEPREM in Doha, I discovered a world of diamonds that refuses to follow conventional rules. A watch that sits on the hand rather than the wrist. Diamonds arranged like delicate lace across the fingers. Sculptural earrings designed to be worn alone. Even pearls are given an unexpectedly daring character.

What makes YEPREM particularly fascinating to me is the intelligence behind these designs.
Speaking with Virna, I learned how much engineering goes into creating jewellery of such complexity. The signature marquise-cut diamonds, the three-dimensional settings, the intricate structures that follow the contours of the body. Every detail is considered to achieve something surprisingly difficult: extraordinary jewellery that is genuinely comfortable to wear.

Rooted in Armenian heritage, YEPREM has developed a distinctive aesthetic that is instantly recognisable, with the iconic Claw among the designs that established its reputation for pushing the boundaries of fine jewellery.

These are some of my favourite pieces from our time together in Doha. I love jewellery with a strong identity, and YEPREM certainly has one.

07/10/2026

One of my favourite discoveries at DJWE in Doha wasn’t a single jewellery house, but a very particular point of view.

A2Z Salon at the Amiri Gems Pavilion felt like stepping into a secret jewellery garden — green velvet, flowers, minerals and extraordinary jewels hidden throughout.

Founded by Bahraini collector Abdulrahman Al Zayani, A2Z brings together designers including SABBA, Hemmerle, TAFFIN, Fabio Salini among others. It’s an edit that feels considered rather than crowded — and naturally, I went straight for the coloured diamonds.

First, this extraordinary bracelet from Hong Kong: yellow, amber, green coloured diamonds framed by unexpected pastel colour.

Then came 71+ carats of Fancy Yellow and Light Yellow Ashoka diamonds, transformed into a spectacular Toi et Moi pair of earrings by SABBA Paris, commissioned by A2Z in collaboration with SABBA and William Goldberg.

When you see enough high jewellery, rarity alone is no longer enough. I want exceptional stones with a point of view.

Although 71 carats certainly helps.

Bracelet or earrings?

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06/10/2026

I love creating jewellery content for . My little finger has questions about the working conditions.

This phone grip is my attempt at a compromise.

Comment LINK and I’ll send you my shoppable kit list.

06/10/2026

You know I love pearls. But they have to surprise me.

Pearls have been part of my jewellery vocabulary for years, so when I discover a new design, I’m not simply looking for beautiful pearls. I’m looking for an idea — proportion, movement, an unexpected way of wearing them, something that makes me look again.

At Amrapali in Doha .qa, the Sunburst earrings did exactly that.

There is nothing timid about them. Graduated strands of pearls radiate around the ear, moving from front to back, while rose-cut diamonds form the centre of the composition. I love that contrast: the softness and lustre of pearls against the irregular, quieter light of rose cuts.

But it is the magnitude that makes them for me.

I have always loved jewellery that understands scale. These earrings occupy almost the entire ear, yet the design doesn’t become a solid mass. The pearls create volume with space between them, so you still see the ear, the skin and the movement. That balance is what makes a statement piece feel design-forward rather than simply big.

And Doha is perhaps the perfect place to discover them. Pearls have a deep cultural connection with the Gulf, but I’m interested in seeing what jewellery houses do with that familiar material now. Amrapali takes the pearl somewhere much more sculptural, while keeping its own language of rose-cut diamonds and bold Indian jewellery proportions.

This is exactly what I want to discover when I visit a jewellery house: not another version of something I already know, but a piece that changes how I want to wear it.

And these went straight onto my Amrapali favourites list.

Would you wear pearls at this scale — or would you go even bigger?

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