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' 70's Style Traveler's Coin and Diamond 18K Gold Chain Necklace
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Designed by Hong Kong’s renowned yet private fine jewelry designer, Dilys Young, this 18 karat rose, yellow and white gold necklace carries the stories and cultures of many different...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold,...
Yellow Sapphire Chain Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Yellow Sapphire Necklace in 18K Gold studded with mix cut sapphire pieces. Accessorize your look with this elegant yellow sapphire chain necklace. This stunning piece of jewelry inst...
Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
3 Star Diamond Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
3 Star Diamond Necklace in 18K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthstone diamond brings...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Roberto Coin Appassionata Necklace in 18 Karat Gold 70 Grams and Diamonds
By Roberto Coin
Located in New York, NY
A statement of true, classic elegance, this 18k Roberto Coin Appasionata Necklace with Pave Diamond Clasp (.16ctw), is from his signature collection. The interlocking ribbed gold lin...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$4,510Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.4 in L 18 in
Delicate 47.55 Ct Blue Topaz Chain Necklace, 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue Topaz Necklace in 18K Gold studded with oval cut topaz gemstones. Accessorize your look with this elegant blue topaz chain necklace. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly ele...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,380Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.15 in L 18 in
Colorful 18k Yellow Gold Dangling Multi Sapphire Chain Necklace, Bridesmaid Gift
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Colorful Multi Sapphire Chain Necklace studded with sapphire in 18K Gold. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Emerald enhances the inte...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,300Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.34 in L 25 in
Modern 25.5 Ct Oval Amethyst Chain Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Amethyst Necklace in 18K Gold studded with oval cut amethyst gemstones. Accessorize your look with this elegant amethyst chain necklace. This s...
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 10k Gold Chain 18k Coin Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Materials: 10k Gold, 18k Gold Weight: Chain - 8.4 Grams, Pendant - 14.6 Grams Measurement: Pendant - 1" Chain - 13" Hallmarks: 18K ITEM DETAILS: This vintage necklace features ...
10k Gold, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Delicate 17.5 Ct Oval Cut Citrine Chain Necklace
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Citrine Chain Necklace in 18K Gold studded with oval cut citrine gemstones. Accessorize your look with this elegant citrine chain necklace. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly e...
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Juste Un Clou 18K Rose Gold Diamond Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
18k Rose Gold And Diamond Juste un Clou Long Necklace by Cartier. With 111 Round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity E color total weight approx. 1.19ct Length: 35 inches. Width: 4mm...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Alex Jona Multi Coin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold chain necklace. A multitude of gold coins in various sizes dangle from the 17,72"(45cm) long, chain. 18k coins...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Chain Necklace 0.35 cts 18 Karat White Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Indulge in the epitome of luxury with our Dazzling Diamond Sparkle, captured with unparalleled elegance and enchantment in an 18 Karat White Gold Bezel Set Chain Necklace. This extra...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,102 / item
H 0.75 in W 0.63 in L 18 in
0.70 Carat Natural Diamond Dolphin Pendant Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Chain
Located in New York, NY
100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Necklace with 18'' chain 0.70CT G-H SI 14K White Gold, Pave style, 4.3 gram 3/4 inch in height, 5/8 inch in wi...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold