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KC Concepcion Shines In Mom Sharon’s Heirloom Jewelry At Tiffany & Co. Bangkok Event

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Lance Joseph Martinez

<p>Bangkok lit up with sparkle as the <em>Legendary Legacy</em> exhibit by <strong>Tiffany &amp; Co. </strong>made<strong></strong> its debut in Thailand, honoring nearly 200 years of timeless artistry and craftsmanship of the luxury jewelry line. Adding a personal touch to the glamorous affair, <strong>KC Concepcion</strong> graced the event wearing a 23-year-old heirloom jewelry passed down to her by her mother, none other than the Megastar <strong>Sharon Cuneta</strong>.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17559511387321755949820902442.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span aria-label="To enrich screen reader interactions, please activate Accessibility in Grammarly extension settings" class="fr-inner" spellcheck="false">Photo by Miguel Alomajan, courtesy of Adrianne Concepcion<br/><br/></span></span></span></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17559477959801755946071517922.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">KC Concepcion attended the gala in Thailand, wearing an heirloom piece: Sharon Cuneta&#x27;s Tiffany &amp; Co. jewelry set | Photo by Miguel Alomajan, courtesy of Adrianne Concepcion</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>The jewelry features Tiffany &amp; Co.&#x27;s classic starburst motif with radiant diamonds and is set with platinum. According to KC, Sharon purchased the earrings and necklace when the Megastar was 37. With the help of her stylist, <strong>Adrianne Concepcion</strong>, KC complemented her heirloom jewelry set with a classic black <strong>Jot Losa</strong> strapless dress. Lending a punch of color to her ensemble was the <strong>Tiffany &amp; Co. Schlumberger Medium Ribbons Shoulder Bag</strong> in the iconic Tiffany Blue. </p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17559511808321755950477599649.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by Miguel Alomajan, courtesy of Adrianne Concepcion</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:959px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1755953667634175594995488150.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by Miguel Alomajan, courtesy of Adrianne Concepcion</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>KC also shared that her mom once gifted her the book <strong><em>Tiffany’s Table Manners for Teenagers</em></strong><em>,</em> which she revealed as her very first introduction to etiquette and the luxury jewelry brand. Now a jeweler in her own right, KC has long nurtured a passion for the craft. Back in 2018, she launched her very own line, <strong>Avec Moi</strong>, which she proudly describes as a brand where “every piece of jewelry tells a story.”</p><p>The Tiffany &amp; Co. exhibit showcased archival masterpieces alongside an immersive installation that paid tribute to designer <strong>Jean Schlumberger</strong>’s limitless creativity and his enduring partnership with the House throughout the years.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:959px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1755953705577kc avec moi.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">KC studied with GIA (Gemological Institute of America) and earned an Applied Jewelry Professional (AJP) diploma. She is now continuing her education in Gemology.</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DNrQKudwtHW/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A554198.3%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1167" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Guests were also treated to a rare opportunity to witness the iconic Tiffany Diamond, a breathtaking 128.54-carat gem discovered more than 150 years ago. Recognized as one of the world’s largest and most significant yellow diamonds, it remains a powerful emblem of the House’s mastery of diamonds.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DNqSlRDM7HT/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A638710.8%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1167" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Beyond the glitz, KC continues to shine in her humanitarian work. Just days before the event, she officially returned as a National Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations World Food Programme (UN WFP), proving her impact extends far beyond the world of glamour.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1755947230702snapins-ai_3702504685279489974.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">KC Concepcion returns as a WFP Goodwill Ambassador | Photo from @kristinaconcepcion on Instagram</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><em>Photos by Miguel Alomajan</em></div><div><em>Styling by Adrianne Concepcion</em></div><div><em>Makeup by Jaja Pangilinan</em></div><div><em>Hair by Jerry Javier</em></div><div><em>Dress by Jot Losa</em></div>

<p>KC's stylist tells us the inspiration behind her look and why she chose to wear her mother's heirloom jewelry.</p>

KC's stylist tells us the inspiration behind her look and why she chose to wear her mother's heirloom jewelry.