American jewellery brand Tiffany & Co has reported a 15% rise in worldwide sales to $1 billion (£0.74bn) for Q1 2018, which the brand describes as “strong” and “better-than-expected” results. Despite posting full-year growth last year, the brand’s chief exec said he will not be satisfied until revenue increase matches the “full potential” of the…
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IN PICS: Marco Bicego adds constellation designs to iconic Africa collection
Luxury jewellery brand Marco Bicego has added new pieces to its Africa collection. Named Africa Constellation, the new line takes inspiration from crystal clear skies, studded with stars, during the night time in Savannah. Crafted in 18ct gold and adorned with diamonds, the new range comprises rings, necklaces, earrings and bangles, in a variety of…
Forevermark trials new retail concept geared towards millennials
De Beers diamond jewellery brand, Forevermark, has launched a new retail concept for its flagship store in China designed to target millennial consumers. Libert’aime by Forevermark, a new flagship store at HKRI Taikoo Hui in Shanghai, marks the 1,000th Forevermark store in China and celebrate the the spirit of a new generation of fashion-forward self-purchasing…
Bucherer continues UK expansion with largest boutique to date
Bucherer has created its largest boutique in the UK at Westfield shopping centre in West London. The showroom was previously a smaller outlet for The Watch Gallery before the business was acquired by Bucherer in March last year. It was already due for refurbishment and expansion before the Bucherer deal. Following an official rebrand, the…
Cartier lands starring role in highly anticipated Ocean’s 8 film
Action adventure firm Ocean’s 8 asked Cartier to be its exclusive jewellery partner and play a starring role. Ocean’s 8 is the latest entry in the successful Ocean’s franchise, and this time it places women centre stage with an all-female cast including stars such as Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Mindy Kaling, and Helena Bonham…
Fancy colour diamond prices stabilse in Q1 2018
The Fancy Color Research Foundation (FCRF) has confirmed that fancy colour diamond prices showed signs of stabilising in the first quarter of 2018. The Fancy Color Diamond Index (FCDI) indicated an overall rise of 0.1% in Q1 2018 for fancy colour diamonds across all sizes and saturations. Continuing the trend from 2017, prices of blue…
Bucherer teams with Harley Davidson on the world’s ‘most expensive’ motorcycle
Swiss heritage brand Bucherer has partnered with Harley Davidson to create a one-of-a-kind watch and jewellery adorned motorcycle. Created in the Harley Davidson workshop, the motorcycle, which took a year to complete, is the latest and most unusual piece to join the fine jewellery brand’s Blue Edition collection, and is a collaboration with Carl F. Bucherer watchmakers…
David Morris targets younger demographic with playful new collection
London jeweller David Morris has unveiled a brand new collection designed to attract a younger demographic of consumers. Launching in David Morris stores from May 2018, the new range, which has been named ‘Berry’, targets a more discerning fashion conscious client, one who seeks affordable pieces with qualities only found in high jewellery. Berry has…
COLLECTION: Messika unveils fairytale-inspired high jewellery pieces at Baselworld
Parisian house Messika unveiled a high jewellery collection at Baselworld inspired by well-known fairytales. The high jewellery collection, which comprises 22 pieces in total, reinterprets ancient tales for the modern women. Founder of the House of Messika, Valerie Messika, shares: “In a world where the role of women is still the source of much debate,…
Denmark fine jewellery brand launches into the UK market
A new fine jewellery brand from Denmark has announced its launch into the UK market. Following two years of success in its home country, Ro Copenhagen has its eyes on the UK for international expansion as British consumers have already been attracted to the brand’s Scandinavian aesthetic designs. Founded by designer Helle Leiberg Nissen, Ro…
