Diamond boots worth $3.1m in Dubai

The world’s most expensive pair of boots, featuring 1,527 carats of diamonds, is treading a path to the Middle East to wow visitors at the upcoming Dubai International Jewellery Week 2014, running from 3-6 December at Dubai World Trade Centre.

Presented by Auro Jewels, the European size 38 boots retail for US$3.1million (Dh11.3million) and feature more than 39,000 fancy coloured diamonds. The one-off pair of boots will be on display at the region’s biggest jewellery event. 

The dazzling footwear will sit alongside a one-of-a-kind sapphire and emerald front and back necklace, retailing for Dh650,000, which was inspired by brides who desire more than just a necklace to wear on their special day. Wearers can combine the two necklaces together - adorning both front and back necklines - to make the ultimate statement of luxury.

An ‘invisible’ ruby necklace and earrings set worth a combined Dh516,800 will also be on show at Dubai International Jewellery Week. Inspired by nature, the set is designed in a unique 3D effect to make the jewels appear even more beautiful when worn. 

Finally, a new collection of diamond watches, created especially for the Dubai show will be revealed.

“The world’s most expensive boots have been designed with the Middle Eastern woman in mind,” said Ayesha Mehta, Co-founder of Auro Jewels. “The eventual owner will be someone who loves to stand out from a crowd and someone who adores, appreciates and values exclusive, rare and one-of-a-kind pieces.”

Visitors to Dubai International Jewellery Week this year will have the chance to see an array of breath-taking jewellery and designs from around the world.

This year, Samsung is running an exclusive Dubai International Jewellery Week Photo Competition, encouraging visitors to find the Samsung promoters on the show floor and take a selfie with them for a chance to win a Samsung Galaxy Note 4. Two devices will be given away daily during the four-day show.

Running alongside the event is the sixth Jewellery Design Awards which recognise amateur and professional designers from across the world for excellence in jewellery design, innovation and creativity.

The awards will see 10 winners crowned in ‘Emerging Designers’ and ‘Professional Group’ categories, including two new accolades for ‘Best Festive-Inspired Jewellery Design’ and ‘Best Futuristic Jewellery Design’.

Open to UAE nationals only, the awards for ‘Best Emirati Jewellery Design’ in both categories are expected to be draw entries from established and emerging Emirati jewellery design artisans.

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