Bulgari – 125 Years of Italian Magnificence in Shanghai

The Bulgari Retrospective “Bulgari – 125 Years of Italian Magnificence” at the Aurora Museum in Shanghai kicked off with a celebration of glamour past and present. This Shanghai retrospective features, for the first time ever in China, the private collection of Elizabeth Taylor jewelry. The Bulgari exhibition, which features 600 of Bulgari’s most exquisite pieces, … Read more

Baselworld 2012: Antoine Preziuso, Chopard, Frederique Constant, Dubey & Schaldenbrand, De Bethune, Alpina, Christophe Claret, Artya

Each spring, some 1800 companies from the watch, jewellery and precious-stone industries, together with related sectors, showcase their latest developments and innovations in Basel. The world’s most renowned brands display their collections exclusively at BASELWORLD. About 100,000 visitors from the specialist retail and wholesale trade make their way to Basel from all over the world … Read more

Experiencing craftsmanship: L’Ecole Van Cleef & Arpels

Back to school L’Ecole Van Cleef & Arpels An unique opportunity to be in the heart of the Savoir Faire On Tuesday February 14th, L’Ecole Van Cleef & Arpels opened its doors for the first time. Located on place Vendôme in Paris, l’Ecole is the first school of its kind, dedicated to those who are … Read more

Sonia Rykiel, one of the last family controlled French fashion houses, bought by Hong Kong’s Fung

80 percent of French fashion house Sonia Rykiel, one of the last family controlled French fashion houses, was bought by Hong Kong investment firm Fung Brands. This partnership will boosting the brand’s global presence and will double Sonia Rykiel’s sales in the next five to six years. The fashion house’s sales stagnated in 2011 after … Read more

PETA: Estee Lauder, Avon and Mary Kay to harm animals in the Asian country

Avon and Estée Lauder under fire as Peta reveals cosmetic brands ‘ordered animal testing’ The People for Ethical Treatment of Animals revealed on their website that the skincare brands are no longer ‘cruelty-free’ as they are being forced to follow regulations enforced by the Chinese government. U.S. brand Mary Kay was also included in the … Read more

Milan Fashion Week: confident about collections, less so about the economy

Italy fashion sales seen down 5.2 pct in 2012 It has become essential to focus on Asian markets Seventy-two fashion houses take their autumn-winter 2012 collections to the catwalks across Milan until Monday. The fashion show opens its doors with Gucci, followed by Prada and Fendi on Thursday, Versace on Friday, Jil Sander and Bottega … Read more