Boucheron x Hiroshi Sugimo: the encounter of two art forms Japan seems to have a special resonance for Boucheron. Boucheron celebrated the 120th anniversary of its Paris flagship store on Place Vendôme with the Japanese artist Hiroshi Sugimoto. The Maison Boucheron’s sparkeling jewels met the moon in Hiroshi Sugimoto’s night-time seascapes in a precious … Read more
Baselworld 2013: SICIS’ micro-mosaic techniques in jewelry and watches collections, handcrafted in a limited edition. The craftsmanship of micromosaic is an ancient art. Micromosaic jewelry reached the heights of its glory in the 18th and 19th centuries, when worn by Marie Louis of Austria, Caroline and Josephine Bonaparte, and many other figures of French and … Read more
LVMH well-equipped to continue its growth momentum Despite an uncertain economic environment in Europe, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the world’s leading luxury products group, says it is well-equipped to continue its growth momentum across all business groups in 2013. LVMH recorded revenue of €28.1 billion in 2012, an increase of 19% compared to 2011. … Read more
Cartier timepieces transformed into jewelry: wild animals epitomize the art of changing gracefully. Precious watches that turn into brooches, bracelets and necklaces are the dream come true for a passionate about fashion and Haute Horlogerie. For Geneva’s Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH 2013), Cartier (founded in 1847 in Paris), one of the world’s … Read more
Swatch Group acquires the jewelry and watch brand Harry Winston The Swatch Group acquired 100% of the shares of the Harry Winston luxury jewelry and watch brand. The Swatch Group acquired the brand and all the activities related to jewelry and watches, including the 535 employees worldwide and the production company in Geneva (Switzerland). The … Read more
Not sure how to purchase a pearl strand? A few simple considerations from Mikimoto cultured pearl jewelry house will help you pick the right strand length. Women in their 20s often start their collection with shorter strands and smaller pearls which nestle near the base of the throat. Consider the Choker (40 cm) and Princess … Read more