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Harry Winston’s Majestic Escapes Collection Captures the Spirit of Wanderlust

The high-jewelry assortment features a dazzling array of jewels crafted to celebrate fanciful, far-flung destinations

By Lucy Rees
Colorful gemstone necklace with surrounding vibrant green and blue loose gems on a background of tropical images.
The Harry Winston Marrakech necklace in progress. Photo: Courtesy of Harry Winston

After two years of travel restrictions due to the pandemic, the world is ready for a summer of exotic getaways to far flung destinations. Harry Winston taps right into that desire with its new Majestic Escapes high jewelry collection, a dazzling set of eight suites, all named after famous locales. From the blooming hot pink bougainvillea along Italy’s Amalfi Coast, to the iconic domed structures of Santorini and the sunset hues of the great canyons in America, the spirit of each global destination has been perfectly rendered with vibrant, rare gemstones masterfully set by the legendary New York maison’s artisans. Taking more than two years to complete, from the conception to creation, the collection is a bejeweled journey for the senses.

Take a tour of some of our favorite destinations below.

Blue bay with numerous sailboats and yachts, lush green hills, and clear skies, creating a serene coastal scene.
Elevated view of Fort Oscar, yachts and a Windstar Cruises cruise ship, anchored off the exclusive French island capital of Gustavia, St. Barts. Photo: Shutterstock
Elegant necklace with gradient green to blue gemstones, including pear and round cuts, set in metal.
The Harry Winston St. Barts Necklace. Photo: Courtesy of Harry Winston

1. St Barts

St Barts has long lured creative types. Harry Winston is now paying homage to the island paradise with a glamorous necklace composed of 57 carats of pear-shaped Paraíba and other tourmalines—each partially surrounded by diamonds—that were selected to mimic the dappling effect of sunlight on the crystal-blue water.

Bright blue building with yellow accents surrounded by tall cacti and lush greenery under a clear blue sky.
Majorelle Garden in Marrakech. Photo: Shutterstock
Elegant necklace adorned with blue and green gemstones, featuring a teardrop-shaped blue pendant on a white background.
The Harry Winston Marrakech Necklace. Photo: Courtesy of Harry Winston

2. Marrakech

The capital city of Morocco is filled with vibrant colors, and is perhaps best known for Majorelle Blue, a distinctive, fresh shade used by artist Jacques Majorelle in the famous Majorelle Garden. This striking necklace crafted with sapphires, emeralds, and diamonds perfectly captures the spirit of place.

Scenic view of Santorini with iconic blue-domed churches overlooking the Aegean Sea and white buildings under a clear sky.
Santorini, Greece. Photo: Shutterstock
Elegant blue gemstone earrings with square, round, and teardrop shapes, featuring sparkling accents and intricate design.
The Harry Winston Santorini earrings. Photo: Courtesy of Harry Winston

3. Santorini

With its iconic, white domed structures overlooking the majestic Aegean Sea, this ancient island is one of the most famous in the world. The Harry Winston Santorini suite is enlivened by aquamarines, sapphires and diamonds, arranged to recall the steep buildings along the cliff’s edge.

Sunset over a vast canyon landscape with vibrant clouds and rocky cliff edges in the foreground.
North Rim Grand Canyon Cape Royal. Photo: Shutterstock
Elegant necklace with purple and amber gemstones set in a silver chain, featuring a large purple pendant at the center.
The Harry Winston Grand Canyon necklace Photo: Courtesy of Harry Winston

4. Grand Canyon

The warmth of the majestic Grand Canyon at sunset is rendered in spectacular shades s of pink, purple and orange with this medley of purplish-pink sapphires and orange spessartites.

Serene sunset over calm ocean with soft clouds and silhouette of a rock in the foreground.
Okinawa, Japan. Photo: Shutterstock
Elegant necklace with pearls, turquoise, and pink gemstones arranged in a delicate floral pattern on a white background.
The Harry Winston Japan Necklace. Photo: Courtesy of Harry Winston

5. Okinawa, Japan

For this necklace inspired by Paradise Harbor in Okinawa, Japan, the New York jewelry house picked up the pink and pearl shades of the sunrise over the Pacific using an assortment of diamonds, turquoise beads, and white pearls, and pink sapphire accents.