Her Highness Sayyida Al Jalila Ahad bint Abdullah Al Busaidiyah, the First Lady of Oman, has established herself as one of the region’s iconic figures.
She is the first to hold the title of Sayyida Al Jalila, “the honourable lady,” publicly since the passing of Sultan Qaboos’ mother, Sayyida Al Jalila Mazoon. With an increasingly visible public role, her work, presence and personal style are now closely followed both at home and beyond Oman’s borders.
Ever since she assumed her public role, Sayyida Al Jalila Ahad has captured the world’s attention with the way she navigates it. Her presence is never overstated — both influential and measured. Her appearances are followed closely, not out of spectacle, but out of fascination.
What truly caught our eye, however, is her approach to jewellery. Her choices reveal a discerning eye — one that honours local craftsmanship while confidently engaging with the world of high jewellery.
Sayyida Al Jalila has a fondness for brooches and knows exactly how to choose them. The Omani First Lady was seen wearing an exquisite diamond and blue sapphire brooch, reminiscent of Queen Elizabeth’s sapphire brooch. However, the Omani royal’s piece was larger and crafted in a Victorian style.
During the visit of the King and Queen of Belgium to Oman, Sayyida Al Jalila turned heads with a stunning gold set adorned with emeralds and rubies, which became the highlight of the visit. While the designer of the set remains unknown, she wore a necklace featuring a large central emerald, paired with a matching ring. Simply exquisite!
Sayyida Al Jalila was seen wearing one of the most sought-after pieces in jewellery history: the René Boivin Starfish Brooch. During her visit to Egypt, she wore the brooch set with rubies and amethysts. The piece was originally designed in 1935.
During a dinner banquet in 2024, Sayyida Al Jalila Ahad of Oman left us in awe, wearing a striking all-red ensemble paired with a statement Mikimoto necklace featuring Akoya pearls, diamonds, and a central green tourmaline.
Each piece Sayyida Al Jalila chooses showcases her impeccable taste. She was recently spotted wearing a true masterpiece from the world of high jewellery and watchmaking: Chaumet’s Feuillage Éternel secret watch from the maison’s La Nature de Chaumet collection. The diamond-set piece wraps around the wrist like a sculpted oak leaf, evoking the symbolism of nature and enduring strength. One of the diamond-set leaves lifts to reveal the miniature watch dial, blending artistry and craftsmanship seamlessly.
