Iconic British jeweler Stephen Webster MBE shook everything up when he introduced his Crystal Haze rings in 1995.
The jewelry landscape was almost barren during the 1990s. Fashion dictated minimalism, and stars treading the red carpet wore Armani gowns in earth tones with very few sparkling accessories. Elsa Peretti’s little diamond solitaire necklace for Tiffany & Co. was in vogue. And the gold Cartier Panthère watch was the only item many female stars wore.
The seismic shift was sparked in 2000 when Madonna attended a party for the premiere of her movie The Next Best Thing wearing the Crystal Haze ring. She had purchased it directly from Webster, to whom she’d been introduced by a friend. Pictures of the star singer’s outing popped up seemingly everywhere — on her index finger, Webster’s Crystal Haze ring was so much bigger and bolder than the styles most celebrities were wearing at the time. The press coverage snowballed in the months and years to come as other celebrities, including Jennifer Lopez, Christina Aguilera and Pink, were spotted in the now-immediately recognizable jewel.
This massive success came to Webster when he was in his 30s, not long after he launched his label, in 1989, but the design was the culmination of a lifetime of experience. At the tender age of 16, Webster found his calling when he toured Medway College of Design in Rochester, England, with a career counselor. He was immediately attracted to the jewelry department, which was “noisy, slightly grubby and lit with orangey, naked flames.” After graduating, he worked for a few years as a bench jeweler in London and the resort town of Banff, in Alberta, Canada, finally settling in Santa Barbara, California.
The luxurious, laid-back style of the city, nicknamed the American Riviera, opened Webster’s eyes to the possibility of a kind of jewelry different from the traditional designs that defined the field in England. He began working with semiprecious stones, an integral element of the Crystal Haze line. The Santa Barbara community embraced the colors and was open to lesser-known gems in fine jewelry, such as apple-green chrysoprase, lavender chalcedony and Peruvian pink opal.
The idea for the Crystal Haze ring came to Webster when he was having lapidaries in Idar-Oberstein, Germany, cut rock crystal into special shapes for big brooches. He wanted to create statement jewels in which two gems cut into a narrow arc would curve over the finger in a gold ring. The contour and connecting of the stones required a couple of years of development, some innovative thinking and plenty of expertise.
Today, Webster’s stores dot the globe, and he has a long list of illustrious collectors. The many lines he has produced over the years — from Vertigo and Dynamite to Fly By Night and Jewels Verne — display the same qualities that characterize Crystal Haze: bold, edgy designs, beautifully manufactured.
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Stephen Webster Superstud Silver Coral and Quartz Necklace
By Stephen Webster
Located in Southampton, PA
Standing out in brilliant fashion against the wonderfully bright backdrop of white rhodium-plated silver and quartz, the amazing synthesized red coral stones...
Coral, Quartz, Silver
Stephen Webster Thorn Black Sapphire & Crystal Lg Pendant Necklace Sterling 925
By Stephen Webster
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Stephen Webster Collection: Thorn Design: Large Pendant and Box Chain Necklace Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Black Sapphires Treatment: Heating ...
Crystal, Sapphire
Stephen Webster Quartz and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Pendant and Chain
By Stephen Webster
Located in London, GB
This exquisite necklace by British jewellery designer, Stephen Webster showcases a wonderful Art Deco inspired pendant, beautifully set with a 20x5mm rectangular multi faceted quartz...
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Stephen Webster Sterling Silver Geometric Beaded Station Long Necklace
By Stephen Webster
Located in New York, NY
A striking Stephen Webster sterling silver long station necklace, designed with six sculptural spherical stations featuring sharply faceted geometric surfaces. The dimensional, almos...
Sterling Silver
Stephen Webster Deco Haze 18ct White Gold Ruby Quartz and Black Diamond Pendant
By Stephen Webster
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Stephen Webster Ruby Quartz and Black Diamond 18ct White Gold Deco Haze Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref: COMJ374 Brand: Stephen Webster Model: Deco Haze Pendant Type: Necklace RRP...
Black Diamond, Quartz, Ruby, White Gold
Black Onyx Pendant Sterling Silver 925
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Black Natural Stone Necklace Natural Onyx set with Sterling Silver 925 Size: approx 25 x 20 mm (1' inch tall) Weight approx 8.4 grams Cord adjustable 16' - 18' inch sterling silver...
Onyx, Sterling Silver
David Yurman Sterling Silver White Pearl Station Necklace
By David Yurman
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Long in length with plenty of style, this hard to find vintage David Yurman Sterling Silver Pearl Station Necklace is a classic wardrobe staple for all tastes. From the DY Cable Collection, the generous 64 inch length of this David Yurman Chain...
Pearl, Sterling Silver
18K White Gold Diamond Coral Chalcedony Rose Quartz Pendant Necklace
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Elegant 18K White Gold Floral Drop Necklace featuring red coral, chalcedony, rose quartz, and sparkling diamonds, perfect for adding a vibrant, nature-inspired touch to any outfit. S...
Chalcedony, Coral, Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Stephen Webster Butterfly Pendant Crystal Haze Blue and Black Opalescent
By Stephan Webster
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The ultimate Crystal Haze pendant by London jeweller and designer Stephen Webster, matches his Butterfly Crystal Haze Ring and is part of the Fly by Night collection. A statement pi...
Crystal, Black Diamond, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
$415Sale Price|50% Off
L 18.5 in
Floral Themed 13.85ct Blue Topaz & Quartz Sterling Silver Chain Necklace
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
This wonderful piece is a neo- vintage and has never been worn. This beautiful piece is crafted in Thailand using sterling silver metal. The piece is adorned with 16 gorgeous natural...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Vintage sterling silver 925 etched locket pendant necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • stamped 925 • sterling silver • vintage designer pendant MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku A73 ❤️❤️ VINTAG...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Pearl Nature Rose Flower Station Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Pearl Nature Rose Flower Station Necklace, a romantic and feminine design featuring delicately crafted rose flower motifs set along the chain, accented ...
Pearl, Sterling Silver
18ct White Gold & Platinum 1920’s French Art Deco Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Necklace 18ct White Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1920’s Gorgeous, French, Art Deco diamond necklace. Features a b...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
.925 Sterling Silver 3 Carat Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Share your faith with this stunning diamond cross pendant necklace. This cherished cross necklace for her, features 25 natural, round diamonds set in sterling silver. The pendant is suspended from an 18-inch box chain with spring ring. This fine jewelry cross...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
18 Carat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Maple Pendant
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
We design a very nice maple pendant .The technique use invisible setting .We cut and groove very stone. This pendant is very nice style you can use in many occasion in day time and ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Pendant with Chain
Located in Great Neck, NY
This beautiful pendant is made of 51 round VS2, G color diamonds totaling 0.58 carats to create unique design. The diamonds are set in 1.4 grams of 18 karat white gold. Included is a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Coral 18 Karat Gold Citrine Rose Quartz Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Necklace with orange end red coral, citrine, antiques Indian engrave gold beads, faced rose quartz linked in gold 18kt gr. 10,40. Total length 44cm. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is n...
Citrine, Coral, Quartz, 18k Gold
Memento Mori Skull Station Necklace Sterling Silver
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
David Yurman Necklace Memento Mori Collection For Men Material: Sterling Silver925 Necklace: 5.5mm Skull Station: 6.3mm Necklace Length: 26'' Necklace Weight: 37.3gm Gender Men Condi...
Sterling Silver
Cultured South Sea Pearl Station Long Necklace
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
11pc of Cultured Authentic South Sea Pearl appx 11-12mm White Gold Plate Sterling Silver 38 Inch Station Necklace. Unique white gold plated sterling silver chain. This is a Custom ...
South Sea Pearl, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
$3,060 / item
H 0.12 in W 1.42 in L 2.21 in
.925 Sterling Silver 4.0 Carat Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Let your faith shine through with this stunning sterling silver cross pendant. An elegant display of belief, this beautiful piece is composed of 21 natural round-cut diamonds in a pr...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
Stephen Webster Pop Superstud Rose Gold-Plated Silver and Quartz Beaded Necklace
By Stephen Webster
Located in Southampton, PA
Extraordinarily intricate decorative work and tasteful exuberance produce an irresistible allure in this spellbinding rose gold-plated silver necklace from Stephen Webster's "Pop Sup...
Quartz, Gold Plate, Silver
Stephen Webster Amethyst Crystal Haze Gold Struck 18ct Rose Gold Pendant
By Stephen Webster
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Stephen Webster Amethyst Crystal Haze Gold Struck 18ct Rose Gold Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref: COMJ404 Brand: Stephen Webster Model: Crystal Haze Pendant Type: Necklace RRP: £5...
Amethyst, Rose Gold
Stephen Webster 18K White Gold Quartz and Tsavorite Pendant Necklace
By Stephen Webster
Located in Southampton, PA
This Stephen Webster necklace has an instantly captivating appearance that will continually draw the eye and capture your imagination. Suspended from a 17 chain, youll find a dynamic...
18k Gold, White Gold
Stephen Webster Amethyst Crystal Haze Gold Struck 18ct Rose Gold Pendant
By Stephen Webster
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
RRP £5,450 CONDITION OF THE ITEM Never worn XUPES REFERENCE COMJ404 MANUFACTURER Stephen Webster MODEL Crystal haze GENDER Woman ACCOMPANIED BY Xupes Presentation box CHAIN WIDTH 0.9...
Amethyst, Rose Gold
Stephen Webster 18k White Gold & Black Diamond Necklace
By Stephen Webster
Located in London, GB
Stephen Webster 18k White Gold & Black Diamond Necklace Stunning piece with bright blue sphere of Lapis Lazuli in a talon pendant which is set with bla...
Black Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, White Gold, 18k Gold
Stephen Webster Fish Tales S is for Seahorse Gold & Natural Diamond Necklace
By Stephen Webster
Located in Baltimore, MD
Stephen Webster Fish Tales S is for Seahorse Gold & Natural Diamond Necklace Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 3.79 grams Diamonds: Approx. .07 CTW round natural diamonds G VS Dimension...
Diamond, Gold
Stephen Webster blue glass Cancer Pendant
By Stephen Webster
Located in New York, NY
Stephen Webster blue glass pendant from Zodiac collection featuring Cancer sign. Chain made of 925 silver. Total length – 43 cm / 17” Сhain lengt...
Stephen Webster Jewels Verne Womens Blackend Silver and Pearl Sautoir Necklace
By Stephen Webster
Located in Southampton, PA
Standing out in magnificent fashion against the exquisitely shaped chain made of captivating black rhodium-plated silver, the splendid pearls lend their tender appeal to this fantast...
Pearl, Silver
Stephen Webster Diamond Quartz Ladies Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold 1.07Cttw
By Stephen Webster
Located in New York, NY
A remarkable constellation of gems and diamonds in this original Forget Me Knot design from Stephen Webster. It features a double chain with connection bars. Necklace length: 18 inch...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Stephen Webster 18 Karat Gold 1.07 Carat Diamonds Flower Pendant Ledies Necklace
By Stephen Webster
Located in New York, NY
Stephen Webster, the London-based luxury jewellery brand internationally heralded for its exquisite and cutting edge designs continues to flourish under its founder and creative dire...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Stephen Webster 18K YG 0.30 ct Diamond Tourmaline & Agate Crystal Haze Necklace
By Stephen Webster
Located in Southampton, PA
Add a bit of elegant fun when you dress through this Stephen Webster 18K Yellow Gold 0.30 ct Diamond, Tourmaline and Green Agate Crystal Haze Neck...
Agate, Diamond, Quartz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stephen Webster 18K White Gold Amethyst Tanzanite & Turquoise Geometric Necklace
By Stephen Webster
Located in Southampton, PA
Take your accessorizing game to the next level with this Stephen Webster 18K White Gold Amethyst, Tanzanite, and Turquoise Geometric Ne...
Amethyst, Tanzanite, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Stephen Webster Gold Struck 18K Rose Gold Garnet and Amethyst Necklace
By Stephen Webster
Located in Southampton, PA
Add an elegant pop of color to an otherwise plain outfit with the Steven Webster 18K Rose Gold Multi-Gem Gold Struck Necklace. This gemstone jewelry fea...
Amethyst, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18ct White Gold Crystal Haze Gold Struck Turquoise Pendant
By Stephen Webster
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This pendant by Stephen Webster is from his Gold Struck collection and features a turquoise and quartz crystal haze gemstone surrounded by a mix of amethyst and blue topaz gemstones.
Crystal, Turquoise, White Gold
Stephen Webster Jewels Verne Jellyfish Pendant 18KT Black Rhodium Gold 1.02 CTW
By Stephen Webster
Located in New York, NY
Stephen Webster Jewels Verne Jellyfish Pendant 18KT Black Rhodium Gold 1.02 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 106023 Listing Title: Stephen Webster Jewels Ve...
Gold, Rhodium