From pink sapphires to diamond-set “H.W.” motifs, Harry Winston’s new line transforms the energy of Manhattan graffiti into a bold, contemporary collection
New York has always held a special place in the story of Harry Winston. When the famed jeweller founded his eponymous maison in the city in 1932, the skyline and energy of Manhattan quickly became a source of inspiration. Decades later, that same spirit continues to shape the house’s creative direction.
With the New York Collection, Harry Winston celebrates its deep-rooted connection to the city once again; this time through the bold Graffiti line. Inspired by the raw creativity of downtown Manhattan, the collection translates the energy of street art into the language of high jewellery.
Across the city, graffiti has long been a visual signature of New York’s urban culture featuring bursts of colour and bold lettering splashed across brick walls, subway cars and alleyways. In the Graffiti collection, this raw aesthetic is reinterpreted through diamonds and coloured gemstones, transforming the rebellious art form into refined jewels.
At the centre of the design is a playful rendering of the maison’s initials, H.W., crafted in block lettering reminiscent of graffiti style typography sprayed across urban surfaces. The pieces balance graphic boldness with the meticulous craftsmanship that has long defined the maison.
Diamonds and coloured gemstones are introduced into the narrative with angular, sculptural forms that appear almost hand-drawn. The geometry remains sharp and modern, yet the brilliance of the stones softens the overall effect, maintaining the house’s signature elegance.
The collection includes earrings, pendants, bracelets and brooches, each designed to bring a sense of movement and personality to fine jewellery. In contrast to traditional high jewellery, which often favours symmetry and formality, the Graffiti pieces embrace spontaneity reminiscent of the free-spirited vibes of neighbourhoods like SoHo.
Colour plays a central role in the collection with pink sapphires paired with diamonds or blue sapphires with diamonds, while a monochrome all-diamond version offers a more understated interpretation. Each palette reflects a different facet of New York, from the electric glow of downtown nightlife to the polished glamour of its iconic avenues.
Among the highlights is a striking “H.W.” brooch set with pink sapphires and Paraiba tourmalines that can be worn on a lapel or jacket. It carries with it the unmistakable pulse of Manhattan, confident, expressive and unapologetically individual.
In many ways, the Graffiti collection marks a new evolution for the house. While Harry Winston is globally recognised for some of the world’s most extraordinary diamonds, this line demonstrates how the maison continues to reinterpret its heritage through contemporary design.
