For Cindy Chao, colour is central to her creations. She uses gemstones like a painter with a palette, crafting rich layers and light effects. Cindy also incorporates materials like silver, wood, horn, and aluminium, enhancing texture and artistry.
Following her 2022 "Caribbean Summer Brooch" and 2023 "Caribbean Golden Brooch," Cindy returns to tropical inspiration with the "Ultramarine Brooch," made from titanium and aluminium. Derived from the Latin “Ultramarinus” meaning "beyond the sea," ultramarine has long symbolised luxury. Inspired by banana leaves, Cindy intertwines this deep blue with the sea, capturing nature’s beauty through art.
To recreate the leaf's veins, the brooch pushes craftsmanship to its limits, with 447 precision-cut baguette diamonds set into curved titanium. These diamonds, nearly identical in size, form a continuous, mirror-like brilliance. The aluminium leaf stem is anodised for a unique sheen, adding organic texture. From stark black-and-white to vibrant hues, Cindy’s Four Seasons collection reflects her evolving artistry and emotional depth.
