Cindy Chao Unveils 2026 Collection in Taipei: Maple, Woven, and Leaf Brooches in 360-Degree Jewelry Sculpture

Jewelry brand Cindy Chao recently held its 2026 annual exhibition in Taipei. According to a report by Marie Claire, the brand unveiled three new pieces—the maple leaf brooch, the Masterpiece woven brooch, and the leaf brooch—set within an exhibition space inspired by Eastern garden imagery, allowing the jewelry's sculptural forms to echo the depth of the surrounding scenery.

The report notes that the brand continues its practice of hand-sculpting 1:1 wax models, paired with lightweight yet durable titanium, so that each brooch reveals intricate textures and gradient colors from both front and back. The maple leaf brooch uses rose-cut diamonds to outline the leaf's silhouette, with pavé-set yellow diamonds forming the veins on the reverse side. The leaf brooch features a 21-carat brown-yellow diamond as its centerpiece, capturing the twisting motion of a leaf stem. The woven brooch combines nearly a hundred titanium components joined through hidden tenon connections to form dozens of ribbon-like strands, set with several thousand gemstones in a display of dense micro-pavé craftsmanship.

For readers familiar with accessory styling, these new works offer another way of appreciating a brooch—not merely as a front-facing ornament, but as a three-dimensional object meant to be viewed from every angle. The use of titanium also reduces weight, making the pieces more comfortable for everyday wear rather than purely collector's items. This emphasis on lightness reflects a broader trend in jewelry styling that increasingly values both practicality and individuality.

As the original report did not specify exact exhibition dates or location details, readers interested in viewing the collection in person are advised to check official announcements from the brand to avoid discrepancies.