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In 2024, Chanel unveils a groundbreaking approach to high jewellery, one that marries luxury with the vibrant spirit of movement and sports-inspired elegance.
The “Haute Joaillerie Sport” collection, conceived by Patrice Leguéreau, Director of the Chanel Jewelry Creation Studio, breathes life into this vision, celebrating Chanel’s legacy of freedom and fluidity.
« For creating the ‘Sport’ High Jewelry collection, I was inspired by Chanel’s sporty style, which is such an integral part of the house’s history: the elegance of the line and the freedom of movement. »
Patrice Leguéreau, Director of the CHANEL Jewelry Creation Studio
Rooted in Gabrielle Chanel’s innovative spirit, this collection draws on the essence that first shaped her sporty chic aesthetic—a timeless blend of ease, elegance, and dynamic expression. The soul of “Haute Joaillerie Sport” resonates within each piece.
Gabrielle Chanel was a pioneer in bringing sporty sophistication to high fashion. In 1921, she established her “Sport” atelier, bringing a fresh vision emphasizing freedom of movement alongside refined style—a heritage that this collection honours.
The “Haute Joaillerie Sport” collection captures this core concept through the lens of high jewellery, offering a modern and luxurious homage to the allure of a woman in motion.
An Aesthetic in Motion
The collection’s aesthetic is a tribute to Chanel’s commitment to refined lines and rhythmic, anatomical design. Each piece is crafted to echo the body’s natural movement, much like Chanel’s original sportswear philosophy. The “Haute Joaillerie Sport”‘s inspiration is evident in this detailed craftsmanship.
The clean, smooth contours and the chevron motif evoke a sense of speed, while vibrant lines of colour inject an energetic flow throughout.
Chanel Haute Joaillerie Sport. Graphic Line Necklace. White gold, platinum, diamonds, sapphire, rubies and onyx. 1 cushion-cut sapphire of 10.15 cts. 
Chanel Haute Joaillerie Sport. Graphic Line Earrings. White gold, platinum, diamonds, sapphires, emeralds and onyx. 1 cushion-cut sapphire 4.77 cts. 1 cushion-cut sapphire 4.40 cts. 
Chanel Haute Joaillerie Sport. Graphic Line Ring white gold, platinum, diamonds, sapphires and onyx. 1 cushion-cut sapphire 6.36 cts. 
Chanel Haute Joaillerie Sport. Graphic Line Blue Necklace in white gold, diamonds, emeralds and blue lacquer. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 2.02 cts E VVS2. 
Chanel Haute Joaillerie Sport. Graphic Line Blue Earrings in white gold, diamonds, emeralds and blue lacquer. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 1.51 cts D FL. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 1.53 cts D FL. 
Chanel Haute Joaillerie Sport. Graphic Line Ring n white gold, platinum, diamonds, sapphire and onyx. 1 cushion-cut sapphire 17.18 cts. Transformable piece: The center and outer parts of the ring can be detached and worn separately. 
Chanel Haute Joaillerie Sport. GRAPHIC LINE BLUE ring in white gold, diamonds, emeralds and blue lacquer. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 3.01 cts D FL. 
Chanel Haute Joaillerie Sport. Graphic Line Ring in white gold, diamonds, ruby and red lacquer. 1 round-cut ruby 1.50 cts. Transformable piece: The central part of the ring is rotative. The ring can be worn either on the center stone side or on the paving side. 
Chanel Haute Joaillerie Sport. Graphic Line Ring in white gold, platinum, diamonds, tsavorite garnet, mandarin garnets, black lacquer and orange aluminum. 1 octagonal-cut tsavorite garnet 14.73 cts. 
Chanel Haute Joaillerie Sport. Graphic Line Ring in white gold, diamonds, sapphire and red lacquer. 1 octagonal-cut sapphire 14.27 cts. 
Chanel Haute Joaillerie Sport. Graphic Line Ring in white gold, diamonds, spinel, sapphires and blue lacquer. 1 cushion-cut red spinel 16.63 cts. 
Chanel Haute Joaillerie Sport. Graphic Line Ring in white gold, platinum, diamonds, mandarin garnet and green lacquer. 1 cushion-cut mandarin garnet 30.67 cts. 
Chanel Haute Joaillerie Sport. Graphic Line Red Ring in platinum, diamonds and ruby. 1 heart-cut ruby 5.06 cts.
The pieces pay homage to Gabrielle Chanel’s signature motifs, with a sporty reinterpretation of symbols like the bold “5” in chronometer typography, the regal lion, and the star as a symbol of victory.
SPORTY 5 BLACK & WHITE earrings in white gold, diamonds, red and black lacquer. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 1.07 cts E VVS2. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 1.05 cts E VVS2. 
SPORTY 5 GREEN ring in white gold, diamonds, emeralds, green lacquer and green aluminum. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 1.50 cts E IF. 
SPORTY 5 COLLECTOR brooch in white gold, yellow gold, diamonds, red and black lacquer. 
SPORTY 5 GREEN necklace in white gold, diamonds, emeralds, green lacquer and green aluminum. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 1.50 cts DEF IF-VVS. Transformable piece: The necklace’s snap hook can be attached into four different rings for four ways of wearing. 
SPORTY 5 GREEN earrings in white gold, diamonds, emeralds, green lacquer and green aluminum. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 1.05 cts F VVS1. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 1.06 cts F VVS1. 
SPORTY 5 BLACK & WHITE necklace in white gold, diamonds, red and black lacquer. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 1.02 cts D VVS1. Transformable piece: The necklace’s snap hook can be attached into three different rings for three ways of wearing. 
SPORTY 5 ring in white gold, yellow gold, diamonds and emerald. 1 octagonal-cut emerald 10.24 cts. Transformable piece: The ring body is transformable into a pendant and can be worn on a chain. 
SPORTY 5 ring in white gold and diamonds. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 0.70 ct F+ VVS+. 
SPORTY 5 necklace in white gold and diamonds. 1 pear-shaped diamond 5.55 cts D FL. Transformable piece: This set is composed of a necklace and a pair of earrings. The two necklace pendants are interchangeable and can also be positioned on the hoop motif earring. 
SPORTY 5 necklace in white gold and diamonds. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 0.70 ct F+ VVS+. 
SPORTY 5 earrings in white gold and diamonds. 2 brilliant-cut diamonds 2*0.78 ct F+ VVS+.
Adding a distinct new element, Chanel’s iconic signature appears for the first time as an openwork imprint—a nod to heritage reimagined for the modern, sophisticated athlete.
CHANEL PRINT necklace in white gold, diamonds, sapphire and rubies. 1 cushion-cut sapphire 18.00 cts. 
Print Necklace Gouache. 
CHANEL PRINT earrings in white gold, diamonds and black lacquer. 2 brilliant-cut diamonds 2*0.73 ct F+ VVS+. 
CHANEL PRINT cuff in white gold, diamonds, rubies, carbon, black lacquer and red aluminum. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 3.08 cts D IF (Type IIa). Transformable piece : The cuff can be worn in several ways thanks to interchangeable shells: a white gold and diamonds version, a carbon version or a mix between white gold, diamonds and carbon. 
CHANEL PRINT LION brooch in white gold, diamonds and black lacquer. Transformable piece: The lion motif can be worn on a chain. 
CHANEL PRINT bracelet in white gold, diamonds and black lacquer. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 0.71 ct F+ VVS+. 
CHANEL PRINT necklace in white gold, diamonds and black lacquer. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 1.01 cts D IF.
The collection embraces modularity and transformability, creating pieces that are both light to wear and versatile. Each design allows for freedom of movement and celebrates the elegance of adaptability, making them as effortless as they are lavish—key qualities of the “Haute Joaillerie Sport” collection.
Technical Savoir-Faire Reimagined
Embodying Chanel’s technical savoir-faire, this collection brings innovation to the forefront of haute joaillerie. Inspired by athletic equipment, visible connection systems and quick-release clasps transform from purely functional to central aesthetic features.
SWEATER necklace in white gold, yellow gold, diamonds, sapphires and red lacquer. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 1.04 cts D VVS1. 
SWEATER necklace in white gold, platinum, diamonds, emeralds and onyx. 11 emerald-cut emeralds 37.18 cts. Transformable piece: This set is composed of a necklace and a pair of earrings. The necklace can be worn as a sweater composed of drawstrings with or without emerald, or as a choker with emeralds. As drawstrings, the earrings can be worn with or without emerald. 
Sweater Necklace Gouache
Karabiners are redesigned in the shape of Chanel’s iconic number “5,” while the swivel clasp from the celebrated 2.55 bag and an array of buckles and loops add unique structural elements.
QUILTED STARS necklace in white gold, yellow gold, diamonds, yellow diamonds, sapphires and onyx. 1 emerald-cut yellow diamond 7.06 cts FVOY VSI. 
QUILTED 2.55 necklace in white gold, diamonds, red and black lacquer. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 2.01 cts E IF-VVS. 
QUILTED 2.55 watch in white gold, diamonds, red and black lacquer. 
QUILTED 5 ring in white gold, diamonds and red lacquer. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 1.04 cts D IF.
Chanel’s timeless quilted motif appears here as openwork, reminiscent of high-performance fabrics, creating a mesh that marries strength and flexibility. A special “sport cord” tube chain, explicitly developed for this collection, epitomizes the collection’s seamless blend of elegance and performance, consistent with the haute joaillerie sport identity.
GOLD SLIDER necklace in white gold, diamonds, onyx and black lacquer. 1 asscher-cut diamond 5.19 cts D FL. Transformable piece: The slider can be positioned in different places on the chain to offer two different ways of wearing: double row choker format or sautoir format. 
GOLD SLIDER BLACK & WHITE necklace in white gold, diamonds, red lacquer, black lacquer, black and white ceramic. 1 asscher-cut diamond 2.04 cts DE IF-VVS. Transformable piece: The slider can be positioned in different places on the chain to offer two different ways of wearing: double row choker format or sautoir format. 
GOLD SLIDER necklace in yellow gold, white gold, diamonds, blue and red lacquer. 1 brilliant-cut diamond 0.76 ct F+ VVS+. Transformable piece : The slider can be positioned in different places on the chain to offer several ways of wearing. 
GOLD SLIDER TWO-TONE necklace in white gold, diamonds, sapphire and green lacquer. 1 cushion-cut sapphire 8.36 cts. Transformable piece: The central chain of the necklace can be removed and worn in bracelet.
Chanel’s “Haute Joaillerie Sport” collection redefines haute joaillerie materials, combining classic precious metals with high-tech elements like lightweight, vibrantly coloured aluminium, resilient carbon fibre, and lacquer in shades that perfectly match each gemstone’s hue.
The Gemstone Showcase
The “Haute Joaillerie Sport” collection showcases some of Chanel’s most exquisite gemstones, revealing a world of colour and intensity.
A rare set of five Kashmir sapphires—unearthed after years of dedicated research—stands as the collection’s crown jewel, epitomizing Chanel’s commitment to excellence and rarity. These gemstones, along with striking two-tone and three-tone contrasts, create a vivid tableau that amplifies each piece’s ergonomic elegance.
Each gemstone is thoughtfully selected to enhance the jewels’ aesthetic and functional design. With their unmatched vibrancy and clarity, the collection’s stones celebrate beauty in movement, designed to captivate while fitting seamlessly into a life of elegance and motion, embodying haute joaillerie sport.
With an inspired fusion of audacity, creative freedom, technical mastery, and the finest gemstones, Chanel’s “Haute Joaillerie Sport” collection celebrates the beauty and spirit of sport. This pure, streamlined approach to high jewellery resonates deeply with Chanel’s legacy and reaffirms the brand’s timeless dedication to the elegance of movement.
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