Elsa Peretti by Helmut Newton | Iconic moments | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

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Summary

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Elsa Peretti is an Italian-born model and jewelry designer who moved to Spain and then New York City in 1968 to pursue her career. She became part of the elite social scene at Studio 54, where she befriended important creative figures, and began designing jewelry for Halston in 1971. Her groundbreaking designs led to her signing with Tiffany & Co. in 1974. Despite a turbulent personal life, Elsa maintained a balance between her lifestyle in New York City and her home in northern Spain. She is now living full-time in the village she bought in Spain.

Highlights

• Italian-born model moved to Spain and then New York City
• Became part of Studio 54’s elite social scene
• Designed jewelry for Halston, signed with Tiffany & Co.
• Balanced lifestyle between NYC and a village in northern Spain

Key Takeaways

• Elsa Peretti is an influential figure in the fashion industry
• Her jewelry designs were groundbreaking at the time
• She has maintained a balance between her city life and rural home