It’s summer vacation time, and you're probably poring over travel guides to plan your trip. But how about a different kind of tour, one with a bit of sparkle and shine? We asked some of our favourite fashion mavens about their most-loved jewellery shops. The result: a highly curated map of destinations with exquisite offerings, from vintage Chanel and Bulgari to Art Deco treasures and dainty cameos. Below is our handpicked selection of the best jewellery stores across the world.
Gioielleria Pennisi, Milan
“A stunning store in Milan, Gioielleria Pennisi has beautiful high-end, vintage jewels. It’s perfect if you’re looking to splurge on a collectible—think vintage Hermès and Cartier or hair ornaments designed by fashion director Jenny Walton. It’s also the kind of place that is a great source of inspiration.” - Masaba Gupta, designer
Tadashi Vintage, Tokyo
“This by-appointment-only store is a delight to go see and has some stunning vintage jewels by Bulgari. My most recent purchase from here was a Bulgari Serpenti watch, which I love.” - Priyanka Kapadia, creative director and stylist
Les Merveilles de Babellou, Paris
“A vintage institution in the heart of the Paris flea market, this is a destination for the oldest pieces of jewels from the time of Mademoiselle Chanel to the funkiest Christian Lacroix. A store walk-through is like a passage through the history of fashion.” - Srimoyi Bhattacharya, founder, Peepul Advisory
Liberty, Regent Street, London
“The charm of Liberty’s jewellery curation lies in its blend of contemporary designs, repurposed vintage pieces, and timeless classics. Every time I’m in London, I make a point to visit, and it never fails to inspire.” - Anaita Shroff Adajania, fashion stylist & creative director
Mahnaz Collection, New York
“A trusted gallery for original designer, goldsmith, artist-made modernist and contemporary jewellery. This isn’t just a store—it’s a knowledge portal. Well known for its vintage pieces from the mid-20th century, crafted by independent jewellers whose work stands the test of time, I’ve been visiting this store since my early 20s, and have made a wish-list of all the things I want to buy.” - Nitya Arora, creative director, Valliyan
Bimonte Sorrento, Sorrento
“The place to go for the most stunning hand-carved corals and cameos. You can even get a custom creation made in-house (a portrait of my pet? Why not!) that will serve as a keepsake from your trip and is a true work of art. Not only will you love Signore Bimonte’s jewellery, you will also love the stories and family experiences he will share about creating each piece.” - Priyanka Parkash, jewellery editor, The Nod
Umrao Jewels, Jaipur
“I find its pieces unique and one of a kind, and the workmanship is exquisite. It’s also interesting because all the brothers and cousins are in jewellery and each of them has developed their own design language. One is doing traditional pieces, the other, Art Deco and very western pieces.” - Amrita Thakur, style curator
