Melanie's Blog

Kasumiga Pearls: a Legacy of Japan

Among all the types of pearls used in fine jewelry, Kasumiga pearls are undoubtedly among the most fascinating. Originally sourced from one of Japan’s most unique natural environments, they captiva...

The fascinating history of the tennis bracelet

Few pieces of jewelry can boast such a unique and memorable story as the tennis bracelet. Behind its sporty name lies an anecdote that forever marked the world of fine jewelry. The legendary origin...

Diamond: the psychological weight of 1 carat

1 carat. For many, it’s a dream measurement, a unit of size associated with purity, rarity, and above all, success. Behind the sparkle of a 1-carat diamond, there can sometimes be an invisible weig...

Are natural diamonds ethical?

When choosing a diamond, we’re not just looking for the perfect sparkle or the ideal cut. We also want the reassurance that the stone we wear comes from a responsible and ethical source. It’s a mat...

Where do freshwater pearls come from?

Elegant, luminous, and timeless, freshwater pearls hold a special place in the world of fine jewelry. But do you really know where they come from and how they are cultivated? Today, we unveil the f...

Preserving the heart of a jewel

Bianca, a loyal client for over 10 years and a proud ambassador of Melanie Stones jewelry, recently entrusted me with a special mission: to transform her grandmother’s ring. When we lose a loved on...

Diamonds by Melanie Stones

It takes courage and boldness to leave a stable, well-paying job to start from scratch and launch your own business. But when your intuition tells you that you're on the right path, there's nothi...

Melanie Stones X Hobeika

I am delighted to introduce Josiane Hobeika, a dear friend and a trained actuary with remarkable artistic talent. We met in the early 2000s while working at a consulting firm specializing in emplo...

Pioneers and Activists: These Women Who Fought for Women's Rights

Women's rights have been hard-earned, and yet, they remain fragile. Even today, they are still being questioned, reminding us that nothing is ever truly won for good. It is with this awareness that...

Melanie Stones' Modern Pearls

Pearls have always evoked an aura of majesty, wealth, and, at times, a sense of tradition and wisdom associated with age. When we think of pearls, the legendary Akoya often comes to mind: perfectly...