Family-run fine jewelry brand Dilys’ was established with the goal of creating adornments for modern Asian women that merge distinctive forward-looking style with tradition. To create the company’s bright, colorful and totally dazzling bracelets, rings, necklaces and other accessories, founder Dilys Young draws on Art Deco jewelry and a range of other modes and eras of design (Dilys’ transformable tiara necklace, for example, draws on Qing dynasty-era jewels). Young believes that professional women need to have choices in jewelry, with versatile options and pieces for all kinds of occasions.
Dilys’ began in 1991 as a maker of bespoke jewelry in Hong Kong. The company’s humble start allowed Young and her team of artisans to focus on the quality of design. Young traveled to trade shows in Taipei, Taiwan and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, establishing herself outside of the Hong Kong market and creating venturesome pieces — she designed various accessories that see both Art Deco influences and nods to Chinese culture in their geometrically rich arrangements of diamonds and integration of dragon motifs. Elsewhere, Young was using Paraiba tourmalines in Dilys’ cocktail rings and earrings long before the hypnotizing stone’s current surge of popularity.
By 2003, Young’s jewelry designs had reached a North American audience, and the founder took her collections to trade shows in Las Vegas and New York. Dilys' soon became known internationally. In 2008 and 2009, Dilys’ continued to reach new markets. The company launched its contemporary Novel and Lady collections and Dilys' acquired a new 4,000-square-foot facility in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, and operations expanded to meet the growing demand.
Shortly after celebrating 20 years in business, Young would open her Shanghai offices. Eventually, Young brought her daughter, Pearl Li, into the business. The University of the Arts London graduate helms marketing at the company and launched a sister brand, Young by Dilys’, to offer affordable accessories to today’s jewelry lovers. Another brand, D by Dilys', was founded by Li and Young in 2021 — it is focused on creating one-of-a-kind pieces with hand-picked gems for a younger clientele.
On 1stDibs, find Dilys’ rings, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry.
Imperial Green Jade and Diamond Cross Pendant by Dilys'
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Giving the traditional cross symbol an oriental reincarnation, the House of Dilys' is proud to present this sensational 18K White Gold pendant, adorned with 17 Imperial Green Jade...
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fancy Colour & White Diamond Cross Brooch and Pendant by Dilys'
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exquisite brooch and pendant is the type of graceful yet fearless piece that evokes envy. This one-of-a-kind relic-inspired piece is set with 57 White Collection Grade Round Dia...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...
Transformable Fancy Color Diamond Cross Brooch and Pendant by Dilys’ in 18K Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A bold statement piece, this diamond-embellished cross is artfully composed of a unique mix of white and fancy colored diamonds, which range from browns to yellows, totaling 11.38 ca...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Transformable Diamond Swan Brooch and Pendant in 18 Karat White Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
With a fairytale-like charm, this graceful circular swan design is artfully composed of a unique mix of diamond cuts, from round, tapper, old-cut to baguette, totaling 4.87 carats. T...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Agate and Diamond Brooch and Pendant by Dilys'
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This ribbon-wrapped cross brooch gives the timeless symbol a modern twist. Mounted in 18K White Gold, the intricate and beautifully worked ribbon and cross motif are set with an Agat...
Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Dilys' Keshi Pearl and Diamonds Transformable Piece in 18 Karat Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
An exquisite piece of wearable art. The House of Dilys’ is driven to make luxury wearable – high jewellery that works hard for you. This piece is representative of that mission. Th...
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
18K Diamond Ribbon Bow Brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A beautiful Diamond Ribbon Bow Brooch with ca. 7 carats of diamonds (D-F/IF-VVS).
Diamond, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 12.0 Carats Keshi Pearl 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A lustrous, irregular, 9 x 15 mm white keshi pearl is held in rich matte-finish 18K gold. Four spiral wire ornamented prongs embrace the pearl with a similar motif on the shank. A ...
Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage Baroque Pearl and Diamond Filigree Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 8 This artistic vintage ring features a striking baroque-shaped cultured pearl set in an open filigree design that gives it a sculptural, organic feel. The pearl’s natura...
Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Yoko London South Sea Pearl and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
This ornate ring by Yoko London features a lustrous South Sea pearl set amongst a floral arrangement of round brilliant and marquise cut diamonds. The 18 Karat white gold setting per...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold...
Fancy Colored Sapphires and Diamond Clover Stick-Pin
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian fancy coloured sapphires and diamond four-leaf clover pin, the brooch set with petals of fancy coloured sapphires, estimated to weigh a total of 0.60 carats, each se...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Yello...
$8,107
H 0.37 in W 1.61 in L 1.69 in
Boucheron 1950s Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage French 0.16 carat emerald, 0.25 carat ruby, 0.15 carat sapphire, 0.18 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold brooch by 'Boucheron'; part of our diverse gemstone jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive vintage gemstone brooch...
Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$13,500
H 1.88 in W 1.5 in D 0.5 in
Belle Époque Platinum & Sardonyx Cameo Brooch/Pendant w/ Diamonds, 20th Century
Located in Chatham, CA
Extraordinary Belle Époque custom made hand carved sardonyx cameo brooch or pendant with retractable bail - the deep relief three layer sardonyx...
Agate, Diamond, Platinum
1930s Art Deco Diamond Rock Crystal Platinum 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in platinum and 18 karats white gold, grotesque and owl hallmarks. Rectangular shaped, this beautiful art deco jewel is openworked with ribbons motifs, set with brilliant- cut...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
$65,000
W 1.2 in D 0.5 in L 1.5 in
20.91 Carat Burma No Heat Drop Shape Ruby and Diamond Brooch and Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A stunning 20.91 carat drop shape Ruby measuring 22.56 x 14.26 x 7.13 mm sprayed with mixed cut diamonds. The assortment of diamonds are aesthetically placed with alternating elevati...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,925Sale Price / item|30% Off
L 1.4 in
Unisex 2.2 CTW Emerald Diamond Rabbit Brooch in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex 2.2 CTW Emerald Diamond Rabbit Brooch in 18K White Gold which is a fusion of surrealism and pop-art, designed to make a bold statement. Crafted with love and attention to deta...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Diamond and Turquoise Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 carat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. In the form of a crossed ribbon with 4 openwork twisted gold strands bordered by tiny beads with 8 claw set diamonds and 3 claw ...
Diamond, Turquoise, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Opal Pearl and Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
A truly elegant one of a kind Ring, A pear shape opal a cabochon ruby as well as a round pearl are delicately placed on both sides of a shank. They seem to defy gravity. The shank i...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Sold
W 1.7 in D 0.6 in L 2.21 in
Dilys' Floral Motif Amethyst and Diamond Brooch in 18 Karat White Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This outstandingly rich 35-carat amethyst and diamond brooch looks to be dripping in delicate purple flowers and morning dew. Always inspired by the beauty of nature and flowers, Dilys’ creative director, Dilys Young...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Whi...
Fancy Colour Diamond 'Cross of Thorns' Brooch and Pendant by Dilys'
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The House of Dilys’ presents – the 'Cross of Thorns' Brooch/Pendant, a modern interpretation of the timeless holy symbol. Designed like none other, this unique piece is made to turn ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...