Carey Mulligan Opts for Art Deco Jewels at the Golden Globes
Why does Art Deco jewelry always turn up on the red carpet?
The glamour of platinum and diamonds is certainly one answer. But I can’t help but think the fearlessness rooted in its design is another. The jewelry created during this period, broadly defined as between the World Wars, is marked by its geometric lines and bold design, and its declaration of freedom from the overly romantic jewels that came before them. Gone were the flowers and garlands of the Belle époque, replaced by the graphic lines and motifs of Art Deco.
The Cartier jewels Carey Mulligan—a nominee for her performance in Promising Young Woman—chose to wear to the Golden Globes tonight as she Zoomed in from a London hotel are not technically Art Deco, they are from far more recent collections from the legendary French house, but they are undoubtedly inspired by it, in materials and in design. In clear view in the screen was a Cartier Reflection de Cartier High Jewelry left ear cuff, sold individually, with 27 baguette-cut diamonds totaling 2.53-carats, 5 princess-cut diamonds totaling 1.53-carats, 2 troidia-cut diamonds totaling 0.89-carats. Not in view were two Cartier rings also in white gold and diamonds.
Given the boldness of her performance in the movie, Art Deco inspired pieces—known for their irreverence—seem a perfect and meaningful choice.
Prior to the show, Mulligan revealed that tonight marks her first virtual red carpet. "I'm in London in a hotel, which is a very welcome break from being at home," she told E! News. "This is the first time I've worn heels in a good 18 months I think."
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