< Previous40 | ATLAS BY ETIHAD | September 2024 Boodles Would we like oodles of Boodles jewellery? You betcha. This Liverpool stalwart opened in 1798, but they’ve been lighting up London since 1987. This year they released a fantastic collection that marks the 200th anniversary of The National Gallery. It includes necklaces, rings and a bevy of other pieces inspired by the perspective of Venetian painter Canaletto, the brushstrokes of impressionist painter Paul Cezanne and the play of light made famous by French great, Claude Monet. boodles.com Theo Fennell If bold and clever is how you like your jewellery, then we’d make a beeline to Theo Fennell’s Chelsea showroom. Fennell is another modern icon of the British jewellery industry, and he’s called that riverside neck of the woods home for over 40 years. His celebrated pieces include the sizable and seriously wow bombe rings. That said, we’re particularly taken with his penchant for humour, secret detail and whimsy. His fascination with the natural world is also appealing too. A ring that opens to reveal a butterfl y resting on a leaf – how enchanting! theofennell.com Clockwise from top left: Boodles, Bond Street; ‘A Family Journey’ Murano zircon yellow gold necklace from Boodles; Theo Fennell; Paradise Opening Ring from Theo Fennell EtA_11Sep2024_EN_38-44_Feature-London Boutique Jewels_13356173.indd 4025/08/2024 23:00jewels September 2024 | ATLAS BY ETIHAD | 41 Jessica McCormack Jessica McCormack creates diamond jewellery for the modern woman and, so aptly, the actor, director and producer Zoë Kravitz was recently announced as the brand’s fi rst ambassador, muse and collaborator. The Jessica McCormack fl agship space in Mayfair is a six-story townhouse encompassing a workshop, design studio, library, a secret garden, and a rotating art collection. Pop in to see the latter, and of course try on a pair of earrings or an ear cuff or two. We’re especially keen to get our hands on the pieces in their new Tapestry collection. They’re made to look like shimmering fabric and are mesmerising. jessicamccormack.com IMA GE: SUPPLIED Clockwise from top: The Jessica McCormack Townhouse, Mayfair; Tilted Pear 1.50ct diamond button back ring and Solar white gold diamond Gypset earrings, both Jessica McCormack EtA_11Sep2024_EN_38-44_Feature-London Boutique Jewels_13356173.indd 4125/08/2024 23:0042 | ATLAS BY ETIHAD | September 2024 David Morris Legendary UK company David Morris deserves a shout out too. You’ll fi nd their stores across the globe, but the London boutique is on New Bond Street. Morris established his eponymous brand in 1962 and over the decades his work has appeared in James Bond fi lms and on the necks of stars like Elizabeth Taylor. Today his son Jeremy runs the show. The house made the news in 2011 when William and Catherine, the Prince and Princess of Wales were spotted in King Charles’ Aston Martin on their wedding day. On its bonnet is a small dragon that was made by the David Morris team for the then-prince’s 21st birthday in 1969. davidmorris.com deserves a cross the New Bond ous brand in as appeared of stars emy runs n 2011 when Princess Aston nnet is a avid Morris ay in 1969. Clockwise from far left: Asiyah earrings and ring by David Morris; Jeremy Morris, CEO of David Morris EtA_11Sep2024_EN_38-44_Feature-London Boutique Jewels_13356173.indd 4225/08/2024 23:00jewels September 2024 | ATLAS BY ETIHAD | 43 Solange Followers of fun should book an appointment to visit Solange Azagury-Partridge’s showroom immediately. This den of crazy delights will bewitch even the most non-bling type. Azagury- Partridge has been running her own brand, Solange, since 1990 – and was the creative director for French fi ne jewellery brand, Boucheron, for a stint in the 2000s. That she fashioned a retro-style ring that shows the days of the week, and a diamond and enamel necklace that has a strong resemblance to dew dripping off grass, says all you need to know. solange.co.uk IMA GE: SUPPLIED Annoushka This independent fi ne jewellery company is the design off spring of jeweller Annoushka Ducas. “It is very personal — I design what I like to wear,” says the creative force of her chosen subject. Her newest range, Whoopsie Daisy, takes its inspiration from the simplicity and playfulness of a daisy chain and is a delight to behold. Also look out for her limited-edition range of charms launching at Harrods this month. They’re based on Annoushka’s 2020 podcast during which she’d interview well- known guests and make gem-studded charms based on the memories they discussed. annoushka.com olange Clockwise from above: Six Hoop Whoopsie Daisy 1ct diamond earrings by Annoushka and its Chelsea Studio in London; Mish Mash Bangle and Poptails Temple ring both by Solange EtA_11Sep2024_EN_38-44_Feature-London Boutique Jewels_13356173.indd 4325/08/2024 23:0144 | ATLAS BY ETIHAD | September 2024 IMA GE: SUPPLIED Garrard The gem-fi lled beauties crafted by Garrard are contemporary and fresh, which is what makes it especially surprising to learn that the jewellery house dates to 1735. Founded by George Wicks, Garrard was appointed as the fi rst offi cial crown jeweller in 1843 and in 1911 it produced the Crown of Queen Mary. This art deco-inspired creation is the same one that Queen Camilla wore at her coronation in 2023. Today, Garrard’s all-female design team is especially known for their use of the fi nest colourful gems and creating one-off couture items. garrard.com Clockwise from above: The Garrard boutique in London; Couture Northern Lights cocktail ring by Garrard; Model in Garrard’s Couture Desert Rose collection; Garrard’s Couture Northern Lights bracelet ETIHAD AIRWAYS OFFERS 28 FLIGHTS PER WEEK TO LONDON ETIHAD.COM EtA_11Sep2024_EN_38-44_Feature-London Boutique Jewels_13356173.indd 4425/08/2024 23:0146 | ATLAS BY ETIHAD | September 2024 EtA_11Sep2024_EN_46-49_Feature-Elsy Wameyo_13356181.indd 4626/08/2024 10:29music September 2024 | ATLAS BY ETIHAD | 47 IMA GE: SUPPLIED Without a doubt, one of the most exciting artists to emerge from the Australian hip hop scene in recent years is Kenyan-born, Adelaide-raised Elsy Wameyo. A continuously thriving scene Down Under, hip hop represents the most diverse cultural, linguistic and social aspects of Australia as a relatively small but dynamic country. Along with Wameyo is a wealth of talent in this genre, whether you look to Indigenous Australian artists such as Kobie Dee and Miss Kaninna for fearless, courageous lyrics or Filipino-Australian producer and songwriter Dylan Atlantis to Ghanaian-Australian Yawdoesitall. Wayemo’s family moved from Kenya to the capital of South Australia, Adelaide, when Elsy was seven years old and despite the lack of opportunities off ered by the more populous and celebrated Australian cities of Melbourne and Sydney she has since forged a reputation for candid, critical lyrics that called out police violence, racism, political cowardice and misogyny. But equal to her powerful way with words is the musician’s skilful combination of bass-heavy beats, catchy percussion and playful melodies. All of these skills were showcased in her debut EP Nilotic released in April 2022, which was infl uenced harmonically and spiritually by her dedication to gospel music and Christianity. The 25-year-old’s deep faith and her incisive questioning of her own morals and decisions have been emphasised with greater vulnerability on her debut album Saint Sinner, Kenyan-Australian singer- songwriter and rapper, Elsy Wameyo, on her debut album and why Kenya was her muse By Cat Woods which she released in July this year. “Both albums play a part in showcasing how I feel, and what I had to say at those times in my life. Nilotic was about what I had to say to someone else, whereas Saint Sinner was all for me, a really personal refl ection.” She adds: “I felt so much more confi dent, like EtA_11Sep2024_EN_46-49_Feature-Elsy Wameyo_13356181.indd 4726/08/2024 10:2948 | ATLAS BY ETIHAD | September 2024 Where to see Elys Wameyo? To hear the talented artist live, these are some of her tour dates at venues across Etihad’s route network. 7 November Café de la Danse, Badaboum Paris, France 9 November Café de la Danse, Badaboum Paris, France 10 November Roundhouse London, UK 30 December NYE on The Hill South Gippsland, Australia EtA_11Sep2024_EN_46-49_Feature-Elsy Wameyo_13356181.indd 4826/08/2024 10:30September 2024 | ATLAS BY ETIHAD | 49 I had this inner strength, but I had to share my mind on Nilotic fi rst to get here.” Compared to the more rap-heavy debut EP, Saint Sinner showcases more of her vocal prowess. “My heart feels at ease when I sing. I love melody. I grew up listening to a lot of South African gospel particularly, and in Kenya, Mercy Masika. I also love Adele and how soulful her storytelling through music is. I also listened to Tori Kelly, Rihanna and Justin Bieber a lot growing up.” Back to her roots Another key factor in making the debut album, was Wameyo’s return to her roots, going to her place of birth, Kenya, for the process where she opted for local producers and co-writers. There, she discovered a sense of home that, somewhat inevitably, resulted in her making the move to live predominantly in Nairobi rather than Australia. “I love Kenya because there’s so much life,” she enthuses. “There’s just so much freedom and joy here, there’s a real sense of community. There’s a warm spirit here that makes it feel like home.” The food scene is another aspect she fi nds exciting. “In Kenya, I can eat almost anywhere because food here is amazing. The popular Nairobi Street Kitchen has several restaurants and food trucks, which has a whole array of food options. They also have a sort of urban bazaar with fashion and outdoor areas to just hang out.” She, of course, also looks to more musical venues. “Beer District in Westlands is cool, too. A lot of live music happens there and there’s karaoke there sometimes. Geco Café also has amazing food and it is also a great music venue. The stage and the seats are so close that it’s really intimate.” Wameyo explains what led her back to the East African country. Towards the end of 2022, exhausted by touring non-stop as both a solo artist and supporting popular Australian hip-hop group Hilltop Hoods, she realised she had to escape the mental rut she was in. Prior to leaving, the musician got in touch with Kenyan producers and writers she admired and organised to work with them in an intensive two-week writing camp. Duly, she and her collaborators travelled to Kenya’s Naivasha region, in northern Kenya, to live and work on music in a two-storey rented apartment, far from the bustling urban areas. Producers Wuod Omollo, Polycarp and Ywaya Tajiri joined Wameyo to fulfi l her vision of an album that explored the concepts of goodness, straying from the moral path and the complicated spectrum that exists between being a saint and a sinner. She is eff usive about the role her collaborators played in bringing the album to life. “Polycarp, whose artist name is Fancy Fingers, is from Sauti Sol, a band that’s big in Kenya. He is such a pioneer and he’s highly respected in the music scene. Wuod Omollo is so talented, playful and really fun in the studio. He’s the most talented producer I’ve met to date. In terms of the album, he brought a lot of richness to the sound. He has that church background that gives a lot of depth and beauty to his vocals and his [piano] keys.” Wameyo explains that the album was fi nished in April 2023, so she had time to refl ect on it for a year before it was released. “I’ve listened to everything. I was very particular about achieving what I wanted. I’ve loved every single song on this album and I don’t think that will ever change,” she says. Such a sentiment is fundamental to enjoying the exhausting nature of touring internationally, which is Wameyo’s current focus. “We’ve already done two shows in Copenhagen, a city which I’d never been to,” she says. “Then Switzerland, where I’ve been, so it was nice to go back.” The tour will continue to the UK, Europe and Australia. “I’ll see family when I return to Adelaide, and it will be really nice to just chill,” she concludes. music IMA GE: SUPPLIED Etihad Airways will resume fl ights to Nairobi, Kenya, starting 15 December, with seats now on sale. EtA_11Sep2024_EN_46-49_Feature-Elsy Wameyo_13356181.indd 4926/08/2024 10:30Next >