The Unique Show IN Monte-Carlo

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The sixth edition of The Unique Show, held in the stunning setting of Monte-Carlo as part of Luxury Monte-Carlo | The Unique Show, proved to be an intense, multisensory, and deeply human experience. Structured in three acts, this edition stood as a true statement of intent: a tribute to beauty, savoir-faire, and creativity in all its facets. Featuring 52 exhibitors from across the globe, their talent was celebrated and immortalized in "The Unique Book: A High Jewelry Collection Book" — a coffee table book created to showcase the excellence of this edition.

Since founding The Unique Show in 2023, with the pioneering vision of bringing high jewelry into destination locations, my wish has always been singular: to create a stage where excellence, talent, and culture converge. And once again, this edition gave shape to that dream.

The first act, marked by the Charity Night Gala, was our most heartfelt moment. Together with Les Enfants de Frankie, we supported vulnerable children, reminding ourselves that beauty holds meaning only when it is
shared. The evening was elevated by the stirring harmonies of the ISM Voices choir and the powerful operatic
performance by Délia Grâce Noble, who imbued the night with an unforgettable sense of grace and emotion.
The second act looked to the future with the The Unique Awards ceremony, honoring winners selected by a
distinguished international jury. In parallel, thanks to the collaboration with IED Rome, the Fondazione The
Place of Wonders, and master goldsmith Giò Carbone from LAO, our space was transformed into a poetic, living workshop, where the creative gesture was revealed in all its evolving authenticity.
Finally, the third act: the Marina Rinaldi fashion show, an ode to inclusive elegance, where fashion and high
jewelry entered into dialogue like a perfectly tuned refrain.
A heartfelt thank you to all those who made this edition possible: my team, the exhibitors -true masters capable of telling precious stories like Caravaggio on his canvases- our judges, and all of you, our guests who followed us with passion both in person and through our social media channels.

The Unique Show is-and will always be- an invitation to believe in beauty as a collective force, and in talent-
whether emerging or established- as a heritage to be cherished and supported, said Dalila Daffara
CEO, The Unique Show

THE UNIQUE SHOW - UNRAVELLING THE EXTRAORDINARY

During the context of Luxury Monte-Carlo|The Unique Show, the much-anticipated The Unique
Awards took place, celebrating talent, innovation, and uncompromising beauty.
Presented by socialite Victoria Silvstedt, The Unique Awards honoured not only aesthetic value but
also ethics and the creativity of individual exhibitors across various categories.
In the Timeless Elegance category, dedicated to timeless beauty, the first prize was awarded to
Mahesh Notandass, with Hassanzadeh Jewellery and Isabel Oliveira taking second and third place.
Judge for this category: Antonella Reina, senior editor at VO+.

The Sustainable Luxe category, evaluated by Azzurra Cesari, sustainability advisor at Cesari & Rinaldi
and CIBJO member, awarded GOKO first place, followed by Treesure and the Bahati Project. For the
Avant-Garde category, dedicated to creative experimentation, judge Barbara Brocchi, professor and
coordinator of the Jewellery Design course at IED Roma, selected Minh Luong as the winner, with
Diva Jewels and Rembrandt Jordan in second and third place.

The Media Spotlight award, recognising the power of visual storytelling and brand communication,
was judged by Bebe Bakhshi, gemologist and founder of ChampagneGem. The winner was Diva
Jewels, followed by Astrom and MJ by Mayyan Jaffar. Design originality took centre stage in the
Muse Originality category, awarded by Helena Blanchet, who chose Ying Chen Chen Jewels as the
winner, with Isabel Oliveira and Langi Roma in second and third place.

For the Gemstone Mastery category, which rewards gemological excellence, the jury led by Loredana
Prosperi, Head of the Gemological Department at IGI Milan, crowned GOKO, followed by Pavit
Gujral and Diva Jewels. The Diamond Excellence category, dedicated to excellence in diamond
cutting and use, was assigned by Victoria Cellun, founder of My Luxury PR. The first prize went to
Krisonia, with La Prima Gioielli and Shiv Narayan Jewellers in second and third place.

In the Iconic Statement category, reserved for brands with a strong design identity, judge Michela
Canzi Blanc, founder of The Place of Wonders Foundation, selected Dorion Soares as the winner,
followed by Rembrandt Jordan and DIA Precious. The Monaco Glamour award, inspired by the
timeless elegance and allure of the Principality, was awarded by Zsolt Szemerszky, director of Niche
Media, to Celine Roelens, with Lorini and Isabel Oliveira among the finalists.
A special moment of the evening was dedicated to the Guest Choice Award. The results were revealed
by Judge Baroness Marina von Lison. With over 4,500 votes, the winner was Mahesh Notandass,
followed by Krisonia and La Prima Gioielli.

Finally, the evening closed with the announcement of The Unique Ambassadors, key figures in the
jewellery world who have stood out over the years for their careers and vision: José Maria Goñi (JMG
Designer) was named Ambassador for the Americas & Oceania, Karen Suen for Asia, Busatti 1947 for
Europe, and Kayan Jewelry (founded by Amal Sanad) for the Middle East.