Tiffany & Co.‘s has marked a new cinematic milestone. Its jewelry — archival and contemporary — appears in Netflix’s “Frankenstein,” the new film from Academy Award-winning director Guillermo del Toro.
“’Frankenstein’ continues Tiffany & Co.’s legacy of contributing to the world of cinema — not simply as adornment, but as a storytelling layer, helping bring unforgettable characters and screen moments to life through the enduring language of Tiffany jewelry,” explained Christopher Young, vice president and creative director, Tiffany Patrimony and global creative visual merchandising at Tiffany & Co.
The movie, which stars Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth and Christoph Waltz, has been the talk of the current 2025 Venice Film Festival with a 14-minute standing ovation that has made the rounds on social media, only increasing the buzz.
Tiffany & Co.’s participation marks a first for the brand by bringing together rare archival masterworks and contemporary high jewelry, accessories and sterling silver objects for the film, all made possible through the breadth of The Tiffany Archives.
“Having Tiffany & Co. as a collaborator was an honor that was deeply moving for my entire crew. It was a recognition of our craft and added a new artistic dimension,” explained costume designer Kate Hawley.
Highlights include works designed by Julia Munson and Meta Overbeck under the direction of Louis Comfort Tiffany, the house’s pioneering art director celebrated for his experimentation and reverence for nature. Notably, many of these historic jewels have never been worn in modern times. The film also features designs crafted in the Tiffany High Jewelry workshop in New York City, custom-made creations designed by Hawley and crafted by Tiffany & Co., as well as contemporary pieces.
“Tiffany’s jewelry became its own creative contribution, similar to hair design, makeup, wardrobe, sets and props, and was integral to completing the design space,” said Hawley, who combined bespoke textile designs inspired by organic forms with the curated jewels. “It was not just an accessory but an essential element specifically to Elizabeth’s character [played by Goth], enhancing the color palette and overall interpretation of her world.”
The on-screen collection features 27 Tiffany & Co. jewels and objects throughout the film, including necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings, brooches, pendants, sterling silver objects, a hair comb and a pocket watch. Ten are historic jewels; six are archival silver objects; six are contemporary creations, and five are original jewels designed specifically for the production. Nearly every jewel is worn by Goth, while Charles Dance wears the pocket watch as Leopold Frankenstein.
The American jeweler’s ties to cinema are imprinted throughout popular culture, most notably in “Breakfast at Tiffany’s.” del Toro’s “Frankenstein” will be released in select theaters on Oct. 17 and on Netflix globally on Nov. 7.