Kanye West made an unexpected return to the 2025 Grammy Awards, causing quite a stir.
At the star-studded event in Los Angeles, the rapper made a bold entrance on the red carpet alongside his wife, Bianca Censori.
Kanye turned heads in a sleek monochrome ensemble, wearing a black T-shirt and trousers, while Bianca turned heads in a nearly nude mini dress that left a lasting impression for all the wrong reasons. The stunt, which led to the couple being escorted from the 67th annual ceremony, was certainly one for the books.
Known for his shock value, Kanye was sporting an accessory that made a subtle yet powerful statement – a sparkling panther necklace that symbolised the strength and courage required to pull off such a bold stunt.
Diamond experts at UK retailer Steven Stone have taken a closer look at the powerful symbolism behind this striking piece.
“Kanye accessorised his monochrome outfit with a Cartier Panthère necklace. Shaped like a panther, the necklace is crafted from white gold and black lacquer. It features a striking emerald as the panther’s eye, and is adorned with 189 brilliant-cut diamonds that total 0.73 carats.
Renowned for his shock value, which is something he certainly lived up to at the Grammys, it’s no surprise that the striking piece carries deep symbolism. The panther – a symbol of strength, courage, leadership, and power across various cultures – perfectly aligns with his bold, headline-making antics.
Kanye’s Cartier Panthère necklace retails at $28,500.”
maxwell stone, creative director, steven stone
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