Women and Their Jewels - Release Date October 30, 2025

Women and Their Jewels by David Lelait-Helo is a dazzling exploration of the intimate relationship between women and their jewels — symbols of love, power, loss, and desire. Tracing the origins of the word “jewel” to its roots in joy and play, Lelait-Helo opens a window into the glittering worlds of some of history’s most fascinating women, from Marie-Antoinette and Wallis Simpson to Elizabeth Taylor, Grace Kelly, and Diana, Princess of Wales. Through their legendary collections, he reveals not just their treasures but their hearts — their passions, insecurities, and triumphs. Richly illustrated and deeply evocative, this book celebrates the emotional and historical power of jewellery as both adornment and identity.