Sam Smith made a bold statement at Friday’s BBC Proms concert in London by wearing a stunning modern version of the iconic “Heart of the Ocean” necklace from the movie Titanic. The necklace, featuring a 40-carat blue topaz surrounded by glittering diamonds, added a touch of glamour to the singer’s performance at Royal Albert Hall.
Known for pushing the boundaries with their fashion choices, Sam Smith took the stage in a voluminous maroon Vivienne Westwood gown paired with the Titanic-inspired heart-shaped necklace. The gown featured a velvet corseted bodice, crinkled taffeta skirt, and sash-like shoulder detail, creating a look that was both elegant and daring.
Smith’s necklace, known as the “Topaz Heart of the Ocean Necklace,” pays homage to both the original Titanic piece and the recreation worn by Celine Dion at the 1998 Academy Awards. While Dion’s version featured a massive 171-carat sapphire and 102 carats of diamonds, Smith’s necklace is a more understated design with a smaller topaz surrounded by 23 carats of round diamonds.
The Heart of the Ocean necklace holds a special place in Oscars history, with Celine Dion’s version being auctioned off for $2.2 million to benefit the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund. The iconic necklace has made appearances beyond the silver screen, with Dion wearing a costume version of it during Paris Fashion Week in 2019.
With both Sam Smith and Celine Dion having a connection to the iconic Heart of the Ocean necklace, fans are left wondering if a duet featuring the two singers and their matching necklaces is in the cards. The heart truly does go on, as the legacy of the Titanic-inspired necklace continues to captivate audiences and make a statement on the red carpet.
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