Jewelry trends are derived from the three Rs: red carpet, runway, and real life, says JCK Magazine. 2013 in jewelry will see the flowering of 12 trends compiled through jewelry market research of new styles seen at shows and during market appointments, runway fashions for spring, and top looks at awards shows. Emerald – the … Read more
A mini-exhibit with jewelry recovered from the wreckage of the Titanic opened its doors in north Atlanta to offer a glimpse on the Edwardian Period’s jewelry: diamond and sapphire rings, brooches, necklaces, cuff links and a pocket watch. The treasure comes from a single purser’s bag found during a 1987 research and recovery mission. … Read more
Hermes family acquired a 45% stake in luxury Parisian jeweller and medals manufacturer Arthus Bertrand. The company is run by the family for six generations and lives a “revolution” giving for the first time the company reins to a CEO from outside. Actually, Arthus-Bertrand opened its capital to “Guerrand – Hermes“, one of the three … Read more
Lalique Pétillante Collection With “Pétillante“, meaning “sparkling” in French, Lalique crystal house is returning to its jewelry heritage. Designed to be released in stages and to represent a different element (fire, air, water, and earth) the exquisite collection of jewelry begins with Eau Sensuelle, a water-themed group abundant in flora, fauna and mythological creatures, all paying homage … Read more
80th anniversary of the Chanel’s jewel collections is celebrated with an exclusive book “Jewelry by Chanel“, published by Thames and Hudson, presents Gabrielle Chanel’s ‘Bijoux de Diamants’ jewelry creations and sheds light on one of the designer’s lesser known pursuits. The thome, wich includes numerous photographs and historical documents, encompasses the story of the … Read more
James Taffin de Givenchy, a nephew of Hubert de Givenchy and the owner of his own brand of jewelery called Taffin, became Baccarat’s first permanent creative director in charge with jewelry, luxury crystal lighting and decorative objects. “I want to bring Baccarat into the 21st century and see it lead the world of crystal,” James … Read more