Jacob and Co and Loewe Launch World’s First Gem Studded Headphones

Gems News: Luxury Meets Technology

Jacob & Co, the famed New York jewelry and watchmaker known for its audacious creations, has entered uncharted territory by teaming up with German electronics powerhouse Loewe. The two brands unveiled a dazzling set of gem-studded headphones that blur the line between luxury accessories and cutting-edge consumer tech. This Gems News report shines a light on how these exclusive designs are rewriting what it means to wear high-end audio.

The Loewe x Jacob & Co. headphones
Image Credit:  LOEWE AND JACOB & CO.

The collaboration, revealed aboard the Loewe yacht in Monaco, produced two breathtaking variations: the Noir Rainbow, crafted in 14K rose gold and set with 15.97 carats of multi-colored sapphires, and the Ice Diamond, encased in 14K white gold and studded with 456 brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 12.47 carats. Each model is capped at just five pairs globally, ensuring a rarity that matches its extraordinary price tag.

A New Breed of Wearable Luxury

While the base Loewe Air One headphones retail around $1,400, Jacob & Co’s transformative touch pushes the sapphire version to $116,000 and the diamond masterpiece to $139,000. This leap in value reflects more than gemstones alone—it reflects the creation of what Jacob & Co calls a new category of “luxury wearables.” For both Benjamin Arabov, CEO of Jacob & Co, and Aslan Khabliev, CEO of Loewe, the project marks a bold step in redefining how art, technology, and lifestyle can converge.

Beyond Just Ornamentation These headphones are not merely ornaments for the wealthy. They feature state-of-the-art active noise cancellation powered by AI, real-time translation, and integrated voice assistants, demonstrating that the partnership has prioritized performance as much as sparkle. The seamless blend of top-tier technology and haute design makes these headphones both

The Loewe x Jacob & Co. headphones with multi-colored sapphires
Image Credit:  LOEWE AND JACOB & CO.

Symbol of Ambition

For Loewe, collaborating with Jacob & Co signals its ambition to position itself not just as an electronics brand but as a lifestyle luxury name. Beyond these models, the brand announced upcoming showcases in Geneva’s Globus and London’s Harrods, with more exclusive collaborations and limited releases planned. Meanwhile, Jacob & Co expands its reputation for daring partnerships—having previously worked with Bugatti, Supreme, and K-pop icon G-Dragon—into the tech world for the first time.

A Statement of Excess and Exclusivity

Ultimately, the Jacob & Co x Loewe collaboration represents more than extravagant pricing. It highlights the evolution of luxury goods into realms once reserved for function alone. In merging jewelry craftsmanship with advanced audio engineering, the headphones create a statement piece for a new generation of elite collectors. They remind the world that in luxury, excess is not a flaw—it is the defining feature.

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