Playful yet precious, this unreleased “2B Happy” early prototype bracelet by Lorraine Schwartz transforms a universal symbol of joy into high jewelry. Featuring a series of mirror-polished rose gold smiley face medallions linked by pavé-set diamond connectors, the bracelet captures the designer’s signature blend of wit, craftsmanship, and glamour. This piece comes directly from Lorraine Schwartz’s personal archive and is a rare opportunity to own a one-of-one design that embodies joy, optimism, and originality.

During a business trip to Hong Kong, Lorraine received a 7 a.m. call from a prominent local collector with a wishlist of bespoke jewelry—one request being a unique mesh bracelet in yellow gold and diamonds. When an early version was delivered in the wrong size and broke as it was being tried on, a moment of tension gave way to reflection.She began sketching anew — channeling her belief that happiness isn’t handed to us, it’s something we choose.

The result: a luminous series of smiley face medallions in mirror-polished yellow gold, linked by pavé diamond connectors. This earliest prototype became a favorite of the designer, and later Beyoncé, who hosted the collection’s launch — her invitations were gem-studded paperweights declaring: “Beyoncé invites you to be happy.”

This early proto-type, never released publicly and held in Lorraine Schwartz’s personal archive, is the bracelet she’d take to a desert island — a reminder that gratitude, perspective, and self-made joy are the truest luxuries of all.

To see the launch of the 2B happy bracelet hosted by Beyoncé, click here.

Signed and engraved "750 LS" on the reverse of the rightmost smiley.

Accompanied by Lorraine Schwartz packaging.

Bracelet Size:

 
Length: 7 inches (17.8 cm)

 
Width: 1/2 inch (1.3 cm)