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.
Dilys' 18.68ct Amethyst Drop Summer Earrings in 18K Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A pair of rich violet Amethyst drop earrings that carry the shape and symbolism of the Old World fruit, the Aubergine. In Chinese culture, it even represents good health, long life a...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White...
"Celestial Vine" Old Cut & Rubellite Chandelier Earrings by Dilys’
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A delicate chandelier design featuring two diverging strands per earring. Each strand is set with dangling old European cut diamonds and ends with a pear-shaped rubellite cabochon dr...
Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold
Dilys' 4.30ct 'Intense Bluish Violet' Tanzanite & Diamond Earrings
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A pair of rare transparent 4.30ct Tanzanite cabochon drop earrings, certified by IGI to be 'Intense Bluish Violet'. Designed versatile to be worn in different ways, they are handcraf...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White ...
Jadeite, Ruby and Diamond 'Rouge Camelia' Earrings by Dilys'
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The House of Dilys’ presents – the ‘Rouge Camellia' Earrings, adorned with top quality jadeite, rubies and collection grade diamonds, is inspired by the b...
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Jadeite Jade Old Mine Diamond Platinum Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Jade and diamond dangle earrings set in handmade platinum. Well cut old mine diamonds on the top with pave accent diamonds. Certifi...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
$14,750 / item
36.63 Carat Tanzanite Diamond 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful drop earring are handcrafted in 18-karat gold. It is set with 36.63 carats tanzanite and 2.0 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view t...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Old Mine Cut Gold Earrings
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique earrings in open work style centered with old mine cut diamonds in a round circled designe hall marked 56 imperial russian gold standard for 14k ...
$4,500 / item
Ruby Diamond Drop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful earrings are handmade in 14-karat gold and sterling silver. It is set with 2.56 carats ruby and 1.98 carats diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Cut and Rose Cut Diamond Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Cut and Rose Cut Diamond Earrings. These gorgeous pair of earrings are crafted in platinum and 18k white gold clip backs. The earrings ha...
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Victorian Long Old-Mine Cut Diamond Earrings, circa 1890s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A beautiful pair of Victorian Diamond Earrings from the 1890s, studded with old-mine cushion cut and round od-mine cut diamonds of circa 6 carats. The earrings are long and sleek, a...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
18k White Gold Diamond Illusion Drop Earrings, 4.5ct Total Weight
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Diamond drop fashion earrings featuring clusters of sparkling emerald-cut white diamonds bordered by halos of pave white diamonds. The stones are intricately set creating an illusion of a large...
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
$7,300 / item
Aquamarine Drop Earrings 18k White Gold
By Karma El Khalil
Located in New York, NY
Aquamarine Drop Earrings in 18K White Gold featuring Custom-Cut Pear Drops of Shimmering Aquamarine Aquamarine: 13.11cts 18k White Gold: 5.78g From Karma El Khalil's Conversations With The Moon Collection...
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
9.30Ct Natural Tanzanite and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
9.30Ct Natural Tanzanite and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Earrings Total Natural Oval Tanzanite Weight: 8.90 Carats Tanzanite Measures...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
These exquisite drop earrings are beautifully set with three pear shaped rubies in each, weighing an approximate total weight of 1.30ct, all mounted in 18 carat yellow gold. The rubi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Amethyst and Rubellite Yellow Gold Mogul Drop Earrings
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18kyg Amethyst 20 cts approx Rubellite 1 ct approx These stunning Candy Blue Topaz and Moon Quartz Earrings represent the pinnacle of luxury jewellery. Handcrafted in 18k...
Rubelite, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
The Celestial II Earrings
Located in London, GB
The Celestial II Earrings is inspired by the harmonious energies of the universe, embodied by the protective and grounding properties of tourmaline. In ancient myths, tourmaline was ...
Topaz, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Blue Sapphire Briolette Drop Summer Earrings in 18k Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The perfect accessory to pair with every flowy outfit on your summer getaway. The drops of 22 Blue Sapphires Briolettes (9.02ct) and 26 Blue Sapphire Beads (5.90ct) are designed to b...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Dilys' Brazilian Paraiba & Diamond 'Barocca' Earrings in Black and White Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
As part of Dilys’ Novel Collection, the design of these stunning 'Barocca' earrings is influenced by the Portuguese colonial architecture in the birth place of Paraiba Tourmalines, Brazil. The 8 lively centre stones are paired with 18 contrasting Brown Diamonds and Black Gold, which not only enhances the glowing qualities of the Brazillian Paraibas, but is also a reflection of the lost grandeur of 18th century Baroque style buildings. Accompanied by 8 Old Cut White Diamonds and 76 Round Collection Grade White Diamonds, these eye-catching earrings are set in 18k White Gold which intensifies the brilliance of this piece. The Barocca Earrings are matched with their sister ring...
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Jade & Diamond 'Peace Buckle' Earrings by Dilys'
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Coveted for her modern interpretation of the gem’s traditional flair, Dilys’ forest-green 'peace buckle' jade drop earrings perfectly capture the designer’s modernist influences. Enc...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Paraiba & Diamonds Barocca Earrings in 18K White and Black Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The Barocca Series is a celebration of elegance and romance. As part of Dilys’ Novel Collection, the design of these stunning earrings is influenced by the Portuguese colonial architecture in the birth place of Paraiba Tourmalines, Brazil. The 8 lively centre stones are paired with 18 contrasting Brown Diamonds and Black Gold, which not only enhances the glowing qualities of the Brazillian Paraibas, but is also a reflection of the lost grandeur of 18th century Baroque style buildings. Accompanied by 8 Old Cut White Diamonds and 76 Round Collection Grade White Diamonds, these eye-catching earrings are set in 18k White Gold which intensifies the brilliance of this piece. The Barocca Earrings are matched with their sister ring...
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Qing Dynasty Inspired Jade Hooked Drop Earrings in 18 Karat Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Hong Kong’s renowned fine jewelry designer brand, Dilys’, reinterprets the elegant earring styles of the Qing Imperial Dynasty with these 18 karat gold hook earrings designed for eff...
Diamond, Jade, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Y...
Diamond Waterfall Drop Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This classic pair of 18 karat white gold waterfall drop earrings set with 58 diamonds, totaling 1.88 carats, features the special cuttings of baguette and princess cut diamonds, alon...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold