4 Crosses: ravishing jewelry made in Paris

Jewelry imagined and designed entirely in Paris, it doesn't get much more local than this. Despite its English-language name, 4 Crosses is very much a Parisian brand, and has already carved out a reputation that extends far beyond the capital's borders. As far away as Tokyo, you can find 4 Crosses' lovely jewelry. The brand, founded in 2013 by Sophie Vallois Gouard , offers gold-plated and silver-plated earrings, necklaces, rings and other accessories.

And of course, birds of a feather come together: 4 Crosses ' wonderful creations can be found in some of Paris's most exclusive locations. These include La Seinographe, the holistic concept store in the 9th arrondissement, and Maison Lemoine in the 18th.

Of course, if you want to shop from home (and in these times, that's understandable), you can visit the 4 Crosseseshop, which is particularly well laid out and offers express delivery, i.e. same-day delivery of jewelry by courier for all orders placed before 3pm.

For the record, it was thanks to express delivery that we met Sophie Vallois Gouard, the creator of 4 Crosses. This Parisian by adoption believes in local production, the importance of service, and proximity to her customers, who often become her friends. Naturally, it makes you want to buy. At 4 Crosses, we love the jewelry, of course, but we also love the spirit and values of the brand.

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The graphic design of the pieces emphasizes asymmetry and accident. From casual wear to evening attire, 4 Crosses creations can be adapted to any occasion. As for the gilding (24-carat fine gold), it takes its particular hue from a bracelet belonging to Sophie Vallois Gouard's grandmother, made at the time by a goldsmith. A unique gilding of bright gold with rosy hues that makes 4 Crosses jewelry so chic.

Wandering around the eshop, we're tempted to buy everything, but if we really had to single out our favorites, we'd go for the Jagger ear rings at 89€, which can be worn in 3 different ways: loose, folded around the ear or asymmetrical. Then there's the Hope necklace at 72€, with its hand adorned with a green agate, a perfect talisman for these times, and of course the Eleven hoop earrings, which offer a skilful balance of classicism and modernity.

4 Crosses jewelry, totally made in Paris, is always a good idea, whether as a gift or for yourself. And for last-minute gifts, don't forget express delivery, which can really save the evening!