What’s more valuable than gold? First Fairtrade and Fairmined gold is celebrating its first anniversary. The Fairtrade Foundation, which certifies the gold, has announced that 350kg per year of gold will soon be available to jewellers, with more to follow. In the first year of trading, four gold mining organisations have become certified and an … Read more
French company Baccarat presented at Baselworld 2012 two themes: L’illustre, inspired by 18th century boudoirs, and Riviera – a summer collection based on a new colour: indigo blue. The collection primarily includes items made from silver mounts − chokers, cuffs or even rope necklaces decorated with butterflies and inspired by one of Baccarat’s flagship collections. … Read more
American designer Derek Lam (born San Francisco, 1967) has parted ways with Tod’s, where he was in charge as creative director since 2006. Derek Lam was responsible with the brand’s pret-à-porter and accessories collections. An official announcement will follow as it is assumed that Derek Lam wants to concentrate on his own fashion line. In … Read more
Chopard’s Classic Manufactum – An “in-house” movement for an ageless timepiece Chopard introduces new manufacture calibre Chopard launched its third in-house developed movement to be produced by Fleurier Ebauches. The integrated chronograph calibre is based on the Chrono One movement, a high quality in-house developed calibre, which is now being produced in series in a … Read more
The ultimate personalisation & design service Your supercar needs an extensive palette of paint, leather and trim finishes as well as a wide range of options? However for some Aston Martin clients, this is simply not enough. The ultimate personalisation design service, called Q by Aston Martin, allows the customer to finish the car in … Read more
John Varvatos, acclaimed menswear designer and fashion mentor on NBC’s new fashion reality show “Fashion Star,” will receive the 2012 Spirit of Design Award at the Philadelphia University Fashion Show. The Spirit of Design Award is presented at the Philadelphia University Fashion Show to a prominent and influential designer. This prestigious award, first given in … Read more