The story of how Suzanne Kalan became known as the Queen of the Baguette is one of opportunity seized. Following the global financial downturn of 2008, smaller baguette-cut stones - rectangular or step-cut diamonds - fell out of fashion. Baguettes were often used to frame the main event when it came to stones, but were seen as difficult to work with. Kalan saw an opportunity to showcase the baguette in a completely different way. Suzanne Kalan put the baguette front and centre and made it the star of the show. Kalan's genius was to take the baguette-cut stone—the physical expression of perfect geometry —and place it into settings where symmetry is optional. The fine jewellery of Suzanne Kalan sees baguettes scattered in an asymmetrical manner that feels effortless and casual but is, in fact, the work of masterful design and expertise.

Family is a constant touchpoint in Kalan's work, serving as an inspiration for many of her designs. Today, Suzanne Kalan isn't the only member of the family creating cutting-edge jewellery. Her daughter Patile Kalan grew up around fine jewellery - so it was only natural that she should join the family business, which is exactly what she did in 2012. Patile designs the brand's 14k collection, which pairs semi-precious stones such as topaz, quartz and amethyst with classic diamonds into playful and contemporary designs like the Amalfi, inspired by the vibrant colours of the Amalfi coast, as well as the Nadima, Cierra and Ann designs, all of which are Patile's way of honouring important family members.